Assistant Quality Assurance Officer III Job AFA

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This is the entry and training grade for diploma holders in this cadre. An officer at this level will work under supervision of a senior officer.

Duties and responsibilities–

• Receiving, drawing, recording and preparing samples for analysis;
• Archiving and retrieving samples for future reference;
• Maintaining the hygienic standards of the laboratory and laboratory equipment for quality analysis;
• Maintaining records of analysis results for future reference;
• Reporting on preventive maintenance on all laboratory equipment/machine;
• Maintaining and ensuring safety of all machines and equipment;
• Calibrating and maintaining proper records on all test machines and equipment’s as scheduled; an
• Collecting, collating and compiling information on testing and grading of scheduled crops samples.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Coffee Technology, Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology, Horticulture, Agriculture sciences, textile engineering, Agricultural engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the requisite qualifications are encouraged to submit respective application in a sealed envelope marked “Recruitment – Indicate the
position of interest” which must be received by or earlier than 14th April, 2026 at 12.00 noon addressed to:

The Director General
Agriculture and Food Authority
Tea House, 5th Floor
Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road
P.O. Box 37962 – 00100
Nairobi

Or

hand delivered to
The Director General’s Office
Agriculture and Food Agriculture
Tea House on 5th Floor
Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road
Nairobi

Or

Email the application letter and all accompanying documents and certificates in one pdf attachment to the following address: recruitment@afa.go.ke

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