Station: Maseru
Level: Managerial
Reports to Chief Executive Officer
The incumbent will undertake the following tasks:
– In collaboration with the department of Livestock services and other relevant stakeholders, initiate, develop and implement appropriate strategies and programs for the development of the Dairy industry in Lesotho
– Manage collection, analysis, and dissemination of information pertaining to the performance of the dairy industry in regard to milk production
– Create, manage and maintain the Lesotho Dairy Board database
– Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of dairy industry development, promotion, and information dissemination strategies and programmes
– Design and implement short-term training programs for existing and potential dairy farmers.
– Develop and implement programs aimed at improving genetic potential of dairy cattle herds in collaboration with dairy farmers and other relevant stakeholders
– Evaluate the potential of goat’s milk production with the purpose of increasing goat milk in the Country.
– To ensure timely procurement of animal feeds and other items such as milking equipment and vet drugs necessary to support dairy farmers.
– To supervise and provide on-the-job training to dairy technicians and temporary staff placed in the Dairy Development Department
– To partake in LDB’s strategic plan development from which he/she will develop and implement operational plans for the Dairy Development
– To promote local production and preservation of fodder.
– To perform any other duties that may be assigned which are necessary for the LNDB to carry out its mandate.
Qualifications and Experience
– Masters Degree in Animal Production (Large Livestock) or Masters in Animal Health or Masters in Agricultural Economics with strong animal Science background and 3 years of relevant experience
OR
– Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science with at least 5 years of relevant experience
The following shall be an added advantage:
– Strong background in cows or dairy artificial insemination
– Academic Publication
– Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA)
Necessary attributes
– Ability to conduct research independently and excellent communication skills
– Ability to work under pressure
– Ability to lead and build teams
Interested candidates should submit their clearly marked applications, accompanied by application letters, CV, certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts and copies of driver’s license to [email protected] or hand deliver at Lesotho National Dairy Board, 89 Constitution Road, Corner Palace Road, Maseru, on or before Monday, 18th July 2022 at 12:00 pm