• Organize, plan and direct major programmes of agricultural development in the nation. • Assist the Coordinator in directing the programmes of agricultural research and undertake general supervision throughout the country. • Provide consultative/advisory services in the planning and development of agricultural and other related matters. • Take steps to ensure that advisory service by specialists is made available to farmers. • Advise the Director/Coordinator, National Agricultural Advisory Commission on significant changes or innovations in programmes and procedures. • Assist in the formulation of agricultural policies. • Represent the Ministry of Agriculture at board meetings and meetings of Agricultural Societies when required. • Advise and brief the Director/Coordinator/Minister on agricultural issues. • Perform related work as may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
and Experience
• Considerable technical experience in Agriculture and training as evidenced by a recognized University Degree in Agriculture or Biological Sciences. • Any equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.
