Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB)
DUE: 02 FEB 2025
TOBACCO CLASSIFIER X6 (6 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
The above-mentioned positions have arisen within TIMB and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the positions on a 6 months fixed term contract. The successful candidates will be based at TIMB Head Office.
REPORTING TO: SALES SUPERVISOR
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Awarding correct tobacco grades to all tobacco that is offered for sale ahead of the selling line.
Dealing decisively with all cases of improper and suspicious tobacco presentation.
Positively identifying any storage pests and symptoms of infestations on bales offered for sale.
Correctly grading collected crop assessment samples.
Conduct inspections at contract floors, warehouses, re-handling facilities, and auction floors
Periodically checking the accuracy of tobacco weighing scales,
and recommend appropriate action,
Review the literature and assess the training needs of stakeholders.
Attend to registration queries by farmers and advise accordingly.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Diploma/Degree in Agriculture or Equivalent from a recognized institution..
Certificate of competence in Tobacco Classification from TIMB.
Two years’ working experience in the tobacco industry.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCES
Ability to follow instructions.
A highly organized, task-oriented, and analytical character with impeccable interpersonal
communication skills.
Excellent report writing skills.
High level of maturity and responsibility.
Trustworthy.
An eye for detail.
Leaf appraisal skills.
Critical, analytical, and investigative skills.
TO APPLY
Submit certified copies of qualifications and detailed CV addressed to [email protected] not later than 2 February 2025 clearly indicating in block letters the position in the subject line, that is, “TOBACCO CLASSIFIER”.
NB: TIMB is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
