FARM ATTENDANTS 8 POSTS– (FH/01/2021)
Key Responsibilities
• Record
information about crops ,such as pesticide use, yields and cost.
• Dig and plant seeds or
transplant seedlings by hand.
• Harvest fruits and
vegetables by hand.
• Identify plants, pests and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilisers.
• Inform supervisors or
farm managers of crop progress.
• Load agricultural
products into pick-ups or wheelbarrows and deliver produce to market or storage
facilities
• Cultivate, spray and
harvest crops.
• Participate in the
inspection, grading, sorting, storage and post-harvest treatment of crops.
• Operate irrigation
equipment.
• Apply pesticides,
herbicides or fertilizer to crops.
• Direct monitor the
work of casual and seasonal help during planting and harvesting.
Qualifications
• At least 2 years
of working experience with knowledge of techniques and equipment for plantings
growing and harvesting food products(both plant and animal) for consumption.
Including storage/handling techniques
• Knowledge of machines
including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
• K.C.S.E certificate
• MUST have a
certificate of good conduct and a recommendation letter from the local chief.
• Physically fit.
Terms of engagement
This appointment will be
on contract basis.
How to Apply
Send your Application
Letter and CV as one document stating your current position, contact details as
well as names and contacts (telephone and e-mail address) of three (3) referees
familiar with your qualifications and work experience. Indicating the Title of
position and Reference Number on the subject line of your email to recruitment@mpesafoundationacademy.ac.ke hard
copy applications can be dropped off at the main gate. Applications will be
reviewed on rolling basis until all positions are filled and only those who
meet the set criteria will be shortlisted for interview. Due to the volume of
applications received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for
interviews. The last day for sending applications is by C.O.B Friday 5th February, 2021.
NOTE: MPESA FOUNDATION
ACADEMY DOES NOT CHARGE RECRUITMENT FEE