AFA Recruitment 2024/2025 Application Form Portal

AFA recruitment 2024 is ongoing for vacant positions in Agriculture and Food Authority. Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified and interested candidates.

The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) is one of Kenya’s key institutions tasked with overseeing the development and regulation of the agricultural sector.

They play a significant role in enhancing the productivity, value addition, and sustainability of Kenya’s agricultural and food systems.

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If you are interested in working with the organization, then now is your chance.

You can also apply for:

In this article, we will be going over some of the things that you should know regarding this AFA recruitment.

This will include the available job positions, requirements needed for them, and also, how to apply for these jobs.

Is AFA Recruitment 2024/2025 Ongoing?

Yes, the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) recruitment is currently ongoing for the 2024/2025 application cycle.

This recruitment exercise has been ongoing for a while now, and a lot of individuals have been applying for these jobs.

AFA Jobs/Vacancies 2024

Here are the jobs currently open at the AFA public service, that you can apply for:

Agriculture Extension Officer
Market Research Officer
Food Safety Specialist
Compliance and Standards Officer
Procurement Officer
Administrative Officer

Eligibility Criteria for AFA Recruitment 2024

Here are some of the eligibility that all applicants must ensure that they meet, if they want to apply for any of these Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) jobs:

Applicant must be a Kenya citizen
He or she must have a valid National ID or passport
Candidate must have relevant expertise and experience in the agricultural sector
Applicant must be between the ages of 23 and 45 years.
Candidate must be resident in Kenya as at the time of your application.
Must be physically and mentally fit for the job that they are applying for.
Candidate must not be an ex-convict.

Educational Qualifications/Skills

Below are the educational qualifications and skills required for some of the jobs positions available in the AFA recruitment this 2024:

1. Agriculture Extension Officer:

Applicant must have a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field from a recognized institution.
Knowledge of modern farming techniques and technologies is highly required.

2. Market Research Officer:

Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Marketing, or any related field from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in market data analysis and research tools.

3. Food Safety Specialist:

Applicant must have a bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
Thorough knowledge of food safety regulations and standards is highly required.

4. Procurement Officer:

You must have a bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or any related discipline from a recognized institution.
Applicant must be a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).

5. Administrative Assistant:

Applicant must have a diploma in Business Administration, Office Management, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and office management systems is a plus.

How to Apply for AFA Recruitment 2024/2025

Here are steps on how to apply for the AFA recruitment exercise, this 2024:

Visit the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) recruitment portal at www.afa.go.ke
Navigate to the careers section
Create an account
Log in your account
Select any of the vacancies or jobs that you want to apply for.
Go through the job description
On the application form, provide all the important and required information about yourself.
Also attach your CV. certifications and other relevant documents for your application.
Proceed to submit the application.

AFA Recruitment Deadline 2024/2025

The deadline for submitting applications for the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) recruitment is Friday, 16th August 2024 at 5:00pm precisely.

Applications received after this deadline will not be considered, so it is crucial to submit your application on time, so as not to be disqualified.

Conclusion

The AFA recruitment serves as a great opportunity for individuals to join the public service, and it is no surprise that a lot of people are always applying for it.

However, to ensure that you stand a chance for this recruitment, make sure that you have applied for it right, before the deadline and that you have met the eligibility criteria.