Trade Development Officer I (Weight and Measures Officer)
Nandi
Posted 23 April, 2026
Deadline 11 May, 2026
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OperationsFull-TimeEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
Role Overview
The Trade Development Officer I (Weight and Measures Officer) is responsible for coordinating weights and measures services in the field to ensure effective service delivery and safe trade practices within Nandi County. The officer serves as a regulatory authority, ensuring that weighing and measuring equipment used in trade is accurate and that both traders and consumers comply with established legal metrology standards.
Key Responsibilities
Field Coordination: Coordinate weights and measures services in the field to ensure effective service delivery and safe trade practices.
Equipment Regulation: Control and regulate the accuracy and manner of use of weighing and measuring equipment used in trade.
Public Awareness: Develop and execute a public sensitization schedule to educate consumers and members of the public on the importance of accurate measures.
Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with legal obligations under Section 27 of the Weights and Measures Act before commencing verification and stamping programs.
Complaint Management: Receive, analyze, and investigate all complaints reported under the Weights and Measures Act.
Verification & Stamping: Verify and stamp traders' weighing and measuring equipment to ensure the accuracy of quantities delivered.
Enforcement: Investigate complaints and handle the prosecution of cases involving weighing, quality, and the origin of goods.
Research & Testing: Carry out research in specific areas of legal metrology and consumer protection, including testing samples and articles submitted by stakeholders.
Regulatory Control: Regulate the sale of goods in terms of quantity (weight, measure, or number) as specified in the regulations.
Requirements for Appointment
A 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.
Must possess 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 should submit hard copies of their application including a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card, and testimonials. Applications should be clearly marked with the position applied for and submitted to the Nandi County Public Service Board in Kapsabet by 11th May 2026 at 5:00 pm. Address the envelope to: The Secretary/Chief Executive Officer, Nandi County Public Service Board, P.O. Box 802, 30300, KAPSABET.
