Extension Officer

JOB TITLE: FORESTRY EXTENSIO OFFICER About This Job: Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan. We are looking for competent , skilled, and experienced Forestry extension officers to work in Eldoret and its Environs to support our client in establishment and management of small, medium and large-scale forests DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Co-ordinate with the Forester and the client team on planning
• Participate in recruitment of casual employees
• Supervise casual employees for establishment and management of forests
• Supervise execution of the workplan in the designated extension area as agreed with the forester
• Conduct training of casual employees on SOPs
• Ensure all forest establishment services are done as per the client’s standards per plot
• Ensure adequate and timely supply of tools and equipment, collection and safe storage after work
• Ensure timely, complete and accurate data entry as required by the client
• Ensure safe keeping of all client and company issued tools and equipment
• Ensure all staff attendance data is correct, accurate and submitted in a timely manner
• Prepare daily, weekly and periodic reports as requested
• Ensure operations within your scope are carried out within budget
• Participate in client organized/sponsored meetings/activities as may be requested from time to time
• Ensure that all activities are carried out in a safe manner and all safety protocols put in place are adhered to
• Proactively communicate to management and the client any foreseen challenges and ensure adequate mitigation measures are put in place KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum Certificate in Forestry or Agroforestry
• Valid motorbike riding license
• Excellent oral and written Communication Skills
• Excellent planning & organizational skills
• Computer literate with excellent knowledge in handling digital platforms
• 2-3 years’ experience in managing tree plantations on farmer fields
• Excellent data analysis and report writing skills
• Good knowledge of safety and risk management Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the link below. Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.

Requirements

Minimum Certificate in Forestry or Agroforestry

• Valid motorbike riding license
• Excellent oral and written Communication Skills
• Excellent planning & organizational skills
• Computer literate with excellent knowledge in handling digital platforms
• 2-3 years’ experience in managing tree plantations on farmer fields
• Excellent data analysis and report writing skills
• Good knowledge of safety and risk management