Trade Development Officer I (Weight and Measures Officer)
Nandi
Posted 22 April, 2026
Deadline 11 May, 2026
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OperationsFull-TimeEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
The Trade Development Officer I (Weight and Measures Officer) is responsible for ensuring fair trade practices within Nandi County. This involves regulating the accuracy and usage of weighing and measuring equipment, protecting consumers from fraudulent trade practices, and conducting public sensitization on trade standards.
Responsibilities and Duties
Coordinate weights and measures services in the field to ensure effective service delivery and safe trade practices.
Control or regulate the accuracy and manner of use of weighing and measuring equipment in use for trade.
Develop a public sensitization schedule to ensure that the public sensitization forum is well coordinated and effectively carried out.
Ensure that before verification and stamping programs are commenced, the necessary legal obligations are complied with as provided in section 27 of the Weights and Measures Act.
Receive and analyze all complaints under the weights and measures Act and ensure proper investigation.
Verify and stamp traders' weighing and measuring equipment to ensure accuracy of quantities delivered.
Sensitize the public on standards to create awareness among consumers as to the need for using accurate measures.
Investigate all complaints and manage the prosecution of cases involving weighing, quality, and origin of goods.
Carry out research in specific areas of legal metrology and consumer protection.
Test samples for research analysis and articles submitted by stakeholders and interest groups.
Control or regulate the sale of goods in terms of quantity (Weight, Measures, or number) as laid down in the regulations.
Requirements for Appointment
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Metrology, Computer Science, or any other related degree from a recognized university.
Must be a Gazetted inspector of weights and measures.
Have relevant knowledge in legal metrology.
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates who meet the requirements for the positions should submit hard copies of their application(s) with a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identity Cards, and testimonials to the Nandi County Public Service Board, Kapsabet, by 11th May 2026 at 5:00 pm.
Applications clearly indicating the position one is applying for on the envelope should be addressed to:
The Secretary/Chief Executive OfficerNandi County Public Service BoardP.O. Box 802, 30300KAPSABET.
How to Apply
Interested and suitable candidates who meet the requirements for the positions should submit hard copies of their application(s) with a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identity Cards and testimonials to the Nandi County Public Service Board, Kapsabet, by 11th May 2026 at 5:00 pm.
Applications clearly indicating the position one is applying for on the envelope should be addressed to:
The Secretary/Chief Executive OfficerNandi County Public Service BoardP.O. Box 802, 30300KAPSABET.
