Research Officer II at Agricultural Development Corporation (ADC)

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 bean seeds and  other crops.  
• Undertaking research in the development and promotion of feeds, seeds in  collaboration with other partners; 
• Preparing reports relating to research findings and recommendation from the  running trials/programmes. 

 
Person Specifications  
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:  

• Bachelors degree in any of the following fields; Agriculture, Agronomy or its  equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and 
• Proficiency in computer application skills and data analysis