For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have;
Diploma in any of the following fields: - Leather Technology, Footwear Technology Leather Goods Design and Development from a recognized institution;
OR
Diploma in Animal Health or Environmental Resource Management/ Science, plus a two years Certificate in Hides and Skins Improvement or Leather Technology; and
Certificate in computer application from a recognized institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
Developing simple tannery layout plans under the guidance of a senior officer;
Demonstrating to traders the proper methods of washing, fleshing, trimming, lacing, suspending and preservation of hides and skins;
Advising on the salt type, storage and method of application in curing hides and skins;
Participating in sitting, designing, and overseeing the construction of suitable hides and skins premises and stores;
Participating in field days, barazas and workshops to advise livestock farmers on the proper methods of handling domestic animals for production of quality hides and skins; and
Demonstrating to skins flayers and traders on the appropriate methods of flaying cleaning, curing and storage of hides and skins.
