Dairy Extension Officer at Githunguri Dairy Farmers Co-operative Society Ltd

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Githunguri Dairy Farmers Co-operative Society Ltd plays a key role in marketing of its member’s milk which is processed and packed in form of pouch packed fresh milk, Tetra Classic fresh milk, lala, butter, ghee and cream under the flagship of “Fresha Dairy Products”.Reporting to: Veterinary Officer,Job Purpose: Ensure milk produced by GDFCS members is quality assured through hygienic practices and husbandry.Duties and Responsibilities Day to day Planning and inspection of members’ dairy farms.Practical training of members on feed formulation, fodder crops establishment and preservation; hygiene milking practices and milk handling; animal feeding and housing.Record keeping of farm records by members- breeding, production, health, accounting etc.Carry out members training at various training farms.Handling members’ questions and complaints related to milk quality, feeding, animal health, housing, production and farm management.Train members on dairy economics. Minimum qualifications, experience and competencies KCSE, Minimum C- Grade.Minimum Qualification, Certificate in Dairy technologyA valid and accident free rider’s/motorcycle licenseA valid certificate of good conduct,At least 3 years of relevant experience in dairy operationsExcellent communication skillsProficient in computer operations