PROVINCIAL AGRONOMIST

We are seeking a dedicated Provincial Agronomist to join our team. Reporting to the Operations Director – Commercial Production, the successful applicant will be responsible for preparing crop production budgets, supervising soil sampling, managing input logistics, and coordinating capacity building for smallholder farmers.

• Preparing crop production budgets and estimates according to annual production programs and targets
• Supervising soil sampling and fertilizer recommendations for estates and irrigation schemes
• Enrolling key value chain actors to ensure sustainable production
• Managing logistics for inputs at estates and irrigation schemes
• Achieving production targets for food, feed, and fibre crops at estates and communities
• Coordinating capital expenditure planning and procedures for Agro-production projects
• Ensuring timely land preparation, planting, and harvesting for estates and irrigation schemes
• Coordinating training and capacity building for smallholder farmers to promote best management practices
• Monitoring and evaluating programs and crop yield forecasts for estates and community Agro-Projects
• Preparing weekly and monthly reports
• Participating in strategy formulation and implementation for rural development and agricultural operations
• Identifying opportunities for rural Agro-economic development and planning for implementation
• Conducting research and development to enhance agricultural practices

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or equivalent
• 5 "O" Levels including English Language and Mathematics
• At least 3 years of experience in agribusiness development, agricultural extension, or related field
• Clean Class 4 Licence an added advantage