The duties of the
incumbent will involve manning stores for the Department. 

 Ordering equipment
and laboratory consumables (agricultural components for laboratories and design
projects) and Consumables for agricultural Systems, Liaising with all
technicians on their requirements in their respective laboratories. Issuing out
equipment and components per requests. Creating inventory and updating it, as
well as updating stocks to minimum required levels before the beginning of each
semester. The person should show a willingness to learn.

Applicants must
have a relevant minimum National Certificate in Agricultural Engineering or
equivalent and at least 1 year post-qualification experience. Applicants should
have experience in Agricultural Engineering components use, interpretation and
use of datasheets for agricultural components, ability to test agricultural
components, maintenance and repair of equipment and installations.

• Inventory
  management
  – Receiving, storing, issuing, and controlling stock effectively.
• Stock control – Monitoring
  inventory levels and preventing shortages, overstocking, and stock losses.
  
• Record-keeping – Maintaining
  accurate stock records, inventory registers, and transaction logs.
• Computer
  literacy
  – Using inventory management systems, spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft
  Excel), and other office software.
• Numeracy – Performing
  accurate calculations for stock counts, quantities, and inventory
  reconciliations.
• Attention to
  detail
  – Checking quantities, specifications, expiry dates, and the condition of
  goods.
• Organization – Arranging and
  labeling stock systematically to facilitate easy retrieval and efficient
  storage.
• Communication – Communicating
  effectively with suppliers, procurement staff, warehouse personnel, and
  internal departments.
• Time management – Prioritizing
  tasks and ensuring timely receipt and issuance of materials.
• Teamwork – Working
  collaboratively with colleagues in procurement, finance, logistics, and
  operations.
• Health and
  safety awareness
  – Applying safe storage practices and following workplace safety
  procedures.
• Quality control – Inspecting
  incoming goods to ensure they meet the required specifications and quality
  standards.