Field Service Worker -Alupe

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Duties and responsibilities

Phenotyping trial operations

Assist in setting up screening trials against different biotic stresses, ensuring timely land preparation and trial layout, sowing, and ensuring good germination of materials.
Assist in coordinating irrigation schedules to ensure all trials are irrigated in a timely and adequate manner
Assist in striga seed collection at the end of the season and diseased tissue samples when needed
Assist in implementing safe and effective agronomic practices such as thinning, weeding, irrigation, scouting for pests and diseases, and harvesting
Assist in the implementation of occupational health and safety protocols, performs any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the research associates from time to time.

Data Collection

Assist in field data collection from screening trials using digital devices, adhering strictly to data collection procedures.
Uphold the highest standards of integrity and honesty in all data collection activities.

Supervisory and Safety Responsibilities

Assist in supervising casual workers, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Communicate any concerns regarding trials promptly to the Research Technician.

Requirements

Highest levels of integrity, honesty, diligence, efficiency, flexibility, self-motivation and respect for diversity.
KCSE (O) Level of education. Any other relevant training is an added advantage.
Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili
At least one year’s experience in phenotyping trials
Familiarity with dryland crop diseases, disease scores, and striga data collection
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, willingness to be trained in new skills relevant to the tasks.
Ability to work effectively both independently on assigned tasks and as part of a team on group deliverables.

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