This position is responsible for providing technical guidance on animal production, health, feeding, value addition, and marketing within Nairobi City County. The Livestock Production Officer will play a vital role in enhancing the local agricultural economy by advising farmers on best practices, managing livestock data, and implementing county-wide development programs.
Job Purpose
To provide technical guidance on animal production, health, feeding, value addition, and marketing in the county.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Documentation: Prepare livestock technical information for internal and external stakeholders.
Technical Advice: Provide expertise in animal production, livestock marketing, value addition, and food safety.
Promotion: Encourage economic livestock farming among community members.
Extension Services: Organize and participate in extension activities, including field days, agricultural shows, field demonstrations, farmer field schools, and farm visits.
Research: Participate in collaborative research activities to improve county livestock outcomes.
Technology Dissemination: Disseminate livestock production technologies such as the construction of livestock housing and structures, milk production techniques, fodder production/conservation, farm planning, gross margin analysis, and on-farm feed formulation.
Program Implementation: Implement livestock production programs and projects in areas such as dairy cattle, goats, pigs, poultry, rabbits, and other animal husbandry interventions.
Data Management: Capture, maintain, and store comprehensive livestock data.
Requirements and Qualifications
Academic Background: Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science, Animal Production, or Animal Health and Production from a recognized institution.
Computer Literacy: Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution.
Eligibility: New appointment, or Livestock Production in-post designates (originally Diploma holders who have attained a Bachelor of Science degree).
Integrity: Must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya regarding leadership and integrity.
Functional Skills and Behavioral Attributes
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Analytical thinking skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Nairobi City County Public Service Board portal at cpsb.nairobi.go.ke.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the official Nairobi City County Public Service Board website at https://cpsb.nairobi.go.ke. Ensure all applications are submitted by the deadline of March 22, 2026.
