Farm Hand - Agriculture and Environmental Science Department

Siaya National Polytechnic is an equal opportunity employer committed to the provisions of Chapter 232 (1) (g, h & i) of the Constitution of Kenya. The Polytechnic invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions.

Position 1: General Agriculture Craftsperson (Farm Attendant)

Requirements for Appointment

• Craft Certificate in General Agriculture
• One who is reliable and of high integrity
• Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planting, weeding and harvesting crops
• Feeding, watering and caring for livestock
• Cleaning animal sheds, pens and farm environment
• Operating and maintaining basic farm tools and machinery
• Sorting, grading and packing harvested produce
• Repairing and maintaining farm structures
• Monitoring the health of crops and livestock and reporting any issues
• Keeping the farm clean, organized, and safe
• Following farm safety procedures and instructions from supervisors
• Assisting with general farm maintenance and other duties as assigned from time to time

Position 2: ICT Trainer (2 Positions)

Available Positions: Two (2) Trainer positions in the ICT Department. Candidates will be considered separately based on their academic qualifications. One (1) position is reserved for a candidate with a Bachelor's Degree, while the other is reserved for a candidate with a Diploma Certificate. Applicants are encouraged to apply for the position that matches their qualifications.

Requirements for Appointment

• Relevant academic qualifications as described above (Bachelor's Degree or Diploma Certificate)
• Professional certificates and testimonials as required
• High integrity and reliability
• Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities for the ICT Trainer position can be accessed from the Polytechnic's website: www.siayapolytechnic.ac.ke/careers.

Application Process

Interested applicants possessing the above qualifications are requested to download the Fillable PDF Application Form from the Polytechnic's website. Fill and submit the form together with an application letter addressed to the Chief Principal, Siaya National Polytechnic, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of relevant academic certificates, professional certificates, testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport, three (3) reference letters, and any other relevant supporting documents.

All applications should be sent via e‑mail to: [email protected].

Important Notes

• Shortlisted candidates with qualifications acquired outside Kenya should obtain recognition from the Commission for University Education (CUE).
• Applications must be received on or before Close of Business on Wednesday, 5th August, 2026.
• No application submitted after the deadline will be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Any form of direct or indirect canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Women, persons with disability, and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Approved for Circulation by: The Chief Principal and the Secretary of the Governing Council,
The Siaya National Polytechnic,
P.O. BOX 1087-40600,
SIAYA.