Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB)
DUE: 06 MAR 2024
VACANCY NOTICE
RE-ADVERT
TOBACCO CLASSIFIERS (Fixed Term Contract) x4
The above fixed term contract positions have arisen within TIMB and applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the position. The successful candidates will be based at TIMB Head office and Regional Offices.
REPORTS TO: SALES SUPERVISOR
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
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.
Periodically checking the accuracy of tobacco weighing scales.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
A Diploma/ Degree in Agriculture or equivalent from a recognised institution.
3 years Certificate of competence in Tobacco Classification from TIMB.
2 years of Tobacco Classification experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCES
Excellent report writing skills.
High level of maturity and responsibility.
Trustworthy.
An eye for detail.
Good critical, analytical, and investigative skills.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
TO APPLY
Submit an application letter, copies of qualifications and detailed CV addressed to [email protected] not later than 6 March 2024 clearly indicating in block letters the position in the subject line, that is, CONTRACT TOBACCO CLASSIFIER.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvasing will lead to automatic disqualification of candidates.