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Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) is a chartered private Christian university with a vision to be a globally competitive institution that produces the next generation of transformational leaders. KeMU has its main campus in Meru and other campuses in Nairobi and Mombasa. Committed to academic excellence and ethical leadership, KeMU provides a dynamic and supportive environment for both students and staff. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable institution and contribute to its mission of developing future leaders in the field of agriculture.
With a focus on holistic education and practical skills development, KeMU offers a wide range of academic programs and promotes a culture of faith, integrity, and service. The university's dedication to providing quality education and fostering a strong academic community makes it an ideal place to work and grow.
Crop Production Technician
Job Overview
- Location: Meru, Kenya (Main Campus)
- Employment Type: Not specified
- Deadline: 26th March 2025
- Salary: Not specified
Job Summary
The Crop Production Technician will be responsible for implementing practical activities related to crop production, preparing teaching materials, and assisting in the maintenance of the university's farm facilities. This role involves providing hands-on support for agricultural instruction, conducting fieldwork, and contributing to the practical learning experiences of students.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Implementing practical activities as planned with the respective lecturers.
- Preparing nursery beds and planting seeds in nurseries, and taking care of the seedlings until they are ready for transplanting.
- Supervising land preparation and seed planting or transplanting of seedlings in the field.
- Supervising agronomic practices (thinning/gapping; weeding; irrigation; fertilizer application; pest and disease control; harvesting) for field crops.
- Supervising the maintenance, repair, and cleaning of farm tools and equipment.
- Planning and preparing exhibitions and demonstration plots or farmers' training at the farm and elsewhere as may be required.
- Setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment, tools, and field plots for practical sessions.
- Preparing teaching materials, such as charts, samples, and models, to aid in instruction.
- Assisting faculty and students in collecting data from field experiments or research projects.
- Maintaining an inventory of laboratory and field equipment, tools, and supplies.
- Maintaining records of laboratory and field activities, including experiment results and inventory.
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Qualifications & Requirements
- Diploma or Craft Certificate in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized college or university.
- Proven years of experience in the preparation of exhibitions and demonstration plots or farmers' training will be an added advantage.
- At least 5 years of practice involving preparation and implementation of demonstration plots for horticultural crops; annual crops; and industrial crops.
- Must be computer literate.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send three (3) copies of their application, accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates, National ID card or passport, and any other relevant testimonials.
- Electronic copy: Send a PDF copy to the Vice-Chancellor through the email address applications.march@kemu.ac.ke
- Hard copies: Send three hard copies marked as per the position to:
Deadline: 26th March 2025
📌 Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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