Field Service Worker Alupe

trials operations

• Assist in setting up screening trials against different biotic stresses ensuring timely land preparation and trials layout sowing and ensuring good germination of materials.
  
• Assist in coordinating irrigation schedules to ensure all trials are irrigated timely and adequately
  
• Assist in striga seed collection at the end of the season and diseased tissue samples when needed
  
• Assist in implementing safe and effective agronomic practices such as thinning weeding irrigation scouting for pest and diseases and harvesting
  
• Assisting in the implementation of occupational health and safety protocols performs any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the research associates from time to time.
  

2 Data Collection

• Assist in field data collection from screening trials using digital devices adhering strictly to data collection procedures.
  
• Uphold the highest standards of integrity and honesty in all data collection activities.
  

3. Supervisory and Safety Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising casual workers maintaining detailed records and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  
• Communicate any concerns regarding trials promptly to the Research Technician.
  

• Highest levels of integrity honesty diligence efficiency flexibility self-motivation and respect for diversity.
  
• KCSE (O) Level of education. Any other relevant training is an added advantage.
  
• Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili
  
• At least one years experience in phenotyping trials
  
• Familiarity with dryland crops diseases disease scores and striga data collection
  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail willingness to be trained in new skills relevant to the tasks.
  
• Ability to work effectively both independently on assigned tasks and as part of a team on group deliverables.