• Application Deadline: Fri, 10 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Agronomist


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 3 - 10 years


• Location Kaduna


• Job Field Agriculture / Agro-Allied 
  

Responsibilities:

• Experiments and plan studies to improve crop yields.


• Study, assess and evaluate soil chemistry and soil testing check for EC and pH values, microbes, soil constituents and the nutrients level.


• Design a seasonal work schedule based on fertilizer regimen, chemical regimen, and general cultural practices for field representatives.


• Educate team on best practices and ensure standards are maintained on providing professional, best-in-class service to member farmers and monitor compliance


• Collection of Weather data and reporting


• Develop innovative research-based techniques in agronomist functions and programs.


• Scout fields and make agronomic decisions that are best for the crop and the company.


• Collect and maintain an extensive database of all trials


• Assist in Monitor experiments


• Contribute to project M&E activities, including designing of monitoring tools, regular fieldwork to collect monitoring data, and preparation of monitoring reports

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required for the Job:

• Bachelor degree in agronomy, agricultural sciences, crop production, Plant biology.


• A master’s degree is an added advantage


• Experience quantitative and qualitative data and data analysis


• Strong written and oral communication skills in English;


• Strong organizational and planning skills;


• Experience in writing reports and communicating scientific topics to laypeople;


• Willingness and ability to work under tight timelines, and flexibility to engage in multiple projects;


• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision;


• Experience and ability to work in multicultural settings;

Additional Qualifications and Experience That Will Set You Apart

• Excellent knowledge of GAP and delivery systems in rural areas.


• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated by the ability to develop and maintain relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds.


• Proficiency in computer knowledge as well as strong Microsoft Excel & Microsoft Word capabilities will have an advantage.


• Fluency in Hausa

Expected Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and effective verbal and written communication skills


• Stamina to work round the clock during peak farming periods


• Curiosity, critical thinking, and a demonstrated interest to learn,


• Demonstrated behavior of professional and personal ethics, transparency and openness.


• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders.


• Strong management, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills


• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to stick to schedule