Job Field: Sector in Agriculture / Agro-Allied , Research
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Research Officer I
Overall Purpose of the Job To assist in carrying out laboratory bioassays with insect pests and parasitoids, entrainment of volatiles from companion plants, integration of vegetable push-pull with insect frass fertilizer, and data recording of laboratory and field experiments. Specific Duties To carry out bioassays with crucifer vegetable pests and pests’ parasitoids. To carry out…
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Research Associate- Kisumu Research Associate- Nairobi
The Research Associates will be responsible for planning, coordinating, accompanying and the roll-out of different stakeholder engagements, sustainable farming and related research activities. Requirements At least BSc Degree in Agriculture, Social Science, Community Development & Gender Studies or its equivalent. Further related studies are an advantage. Additional professional training in community development, engagement approaches, and…
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Research Fellow (RF) – Agriculture Food and Nutrition Security (AFNS) Program
Core responsibilities of the Research Fellow The RF core tasks include the following: Implementing on-going AFNS research projects and lead in acquisition of new projects. Contribute to conceptualizing research and policy issues for resource mobilization through grant proposals in line with AFNS strategic plan, and in collaboration with other programs within ACTS where it is…
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UEAB –Research Farm Laboratory Assistant
Job Summary: The University seeks a dynamic and experienced UEAB Research Farm Laboratory Assistant to oversee the hands-on practical training of students taking Agriculture and related courses at the university’s Research farm. Duties and Responsibilities These include but not limited to: Preparing laboratory practicals for each course offered in each semester in consultation with the…
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Research Technician – CIMMYT
Overview The Research Technician supports the implementation of breeding activities of dryland crops in Kiboko and other locations that may be identified (e.g. disease screening locations). The Research Technician leads and supervises casual workers, plans and organizes activities (short- and long-term) guided by the breeding strategy/schemes discussed with the scientist/s. He/she coordinates with the other…
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Research Specialist – Agri-business Optimization Economist Research Specialist – Climate Finance Policy Expert Communication Specialist – Climate Security
Key Responsibilities Conduct thorough literature reviews in the agribusiness, startup, and innovation scaling ecosystems, with an emphasis on global trends and their implications for Africa. Analyze global agribusiness trends and identify best practices and innovative models from various regions that can be adapted to the African context. Contribute to publishing peer-reviewed articles in academic and…
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Research Specialist – Agri-business Optimization Economist Research Specialist – Climate Finance Policy Expert Communication Specialist – Climate Security
Key Responsibilities Conduct thorough literature reviews in the agribusiness, startup, and innovation scaling ecosystems, with an emphasis on global trends and their implications for Africa. Analyze global agribusiness trends and identify best practices and innovative models from various regions that can be adapted to the African context. Contribute to publishing peer-reviewed articles in academic and…
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Research Specialist – Agri-business Optimization Economist Research Specialist – Climate Finance Policy Expert Communication Specialist – Climate Security
Key Responsibilities Conduct thorough literature reviews in the agribusiness, startup, and innovation scaling ecosystems, with an emphasis on global trends and their implications for Africa. Analyze global agribusiness trends and identify best practices and innovative models from various regions that can be adapted to the African context. Contribute to publishing peer-reviewed articles in academic and…
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Research Associate – III Health Program
Key Responsibilities: Under the guidance of the technical lead, support the design, development, and implementation of field studies, including the selection of appropriate epidemiological methods for collecting field and laboratory data. Contribute to the development and delivery of training materials to farmers and animal health practitioners. Prepare research ethics applications, data-sharing agreements, and progress reports.…
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Research Officer II Principal Engineer (Agriculture) – 1 Position Principal Agricultural Officer – Crops – 1 Position Agricultural Officer I – 2 Positions Agricultural Officer II – 4 Positions Veterinary Officer I – 2 Positions Corporate Communications Officer II – 1 Position Customer Assistant/Switchboard – 1 Position Information Communications Technology Officer – 1 Position Legal Officer II – 2 Positions
Job Specification In Crop Research, duties and responsibilities will entail: Collecting metrological data and monitor weather changes; Conducting field trials to evaluate crop factors for research programmes; Collecting and compiling data on crop research programmes; Carrying out basic seed bulking of basic seed, breeder’s, pre-basic seed/lines and production for seed maize, seed potatoes, seed wheat…