Technician
Agriculture, Farming Jobs
- Chinhoyi University of Techno…
- Expires 25 Sep 2020
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY
Department of Crop Science and Technology
Technician (1 Post)
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
• Layout, pegging and implementation of crop research trials,
• Crop research trial data collection, collation and entry,
• Planning and management of crop research operations,
• Planning and management of labour,
• Assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Department of Crop Science and Post Harvest Technology in implementing their crop research experiments,
• General management of the crop research section,
• Performing any other related duties as assigned by the Head of Department
Qualifications and Experience
Requirements
Applicants should possess a minimum of 5 '0' level passes including English language and Mathematics and a National Diploma in Agriculture from a recognized institution. Applicants should have at least five years working experience in handling on-station and/or off-station crop research trials in a research environment. The applicant should be familiar with calibration and operation of agricultural equipment such as planters and sprayers. A basic understanding of common experimental designs is required. Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel computer packages. Motor cycle riding experience will also be an advantage.
Reports to the Coordinator of Crop Research
How to Apply
APPLICATIONS
Six copies of the application letter, certified copies of certificates and CVs giving full personal details including full names, place and dates of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability and names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three referees should be addressed to:-
The Senior Assistant Registrar, Human Resources Chinhoyi University of Technology,
Private Bag 7724,
Chinhoyi,
Telephone No: - 0267-2129454 or 02671-2125293
NB:THOSE THAT HAD APPLIED EARLIER NEED NOT APPLY
Applications that do not comply with the requirements will be disqualified. The closing date for receipt of applications is 25 September 2020.
