Senior Assistant Livestock Production Officer at State Department for Livestock Development in Nairobi, Kenya

    Senior Assistant Livestock Production Officer

    State Department for Livestock DevelopmentNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    1 week ago

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    26 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Government & Public Administration
    Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

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    Job Description

    The State Department for Livestock Development, through the Public Service Commission of Kenya, is advertising vacancies for the position of Senior Assistant Livestock Production Officer. This is a full-time role for serving officers only, with 20 vacancies available. The position is at job scale CSG 9 and applications must be submitted online through the official PSC recruitment portal.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Not specified in the job posting.

    Required Qualifications

    • Minimum years of experience required: 3

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

    Minimum Experience

    3 years

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Visit the official Public Service Commission recruitment portal to submit your application online. The application deadline is 26th August 2026.

    Master Livestock Extension Work to Stand Out

    This role is for serving officers, so your application should reflect deep field experience and tangible results in livestock production. The hiring panel will look for evidence of hands-on work with farmers and livestock.

    1. Showcase field impact: Highlight specific projects where you improved livestock health or productivity. Use numbers, like herd sizes or yield increases, to demonstrate your contribution.

    2. Emphasize extension skills: Describe how you've trained farmers or communities. Mention any materials you developed or workshops you led.

    3. Detail your technical knowledge: Be ready to discuss animal husbandry, feeding, breeding, and disease control. Give examples of how you've applied this knowledge.

    4. Highlight record-keeping: Show that you maintain accurate records of livestock and farm activities. This is critical for monitoring and reporting.

    5. Show collaboration: Mention your experience working with other officers, vets, or agricultural agencies. Teamwork is key in public service.

    6. Prepare for competency questions: Expect questions on problem-solving, decision-making, and handling difficult situations. Use real examples from your career.

    7. Update your CV: Tailor your CV to this role, focusing on livestock production and extension work. Keep it concise and relevant.

    8. Know the PSC process: Understand the recruitment guidelines and ensure your application is complete. Double-check deadlines and requirements.

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    livestock production
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