Careers | Nutrition and Agriculture

Job Overview

The Agronomist will work to provide technical advice on climate-smart crop production, crop protection, improved crop production practices and promote high value crops that provide quick and high return. She/he will promote or implement best agronomic practices and technology for sustainable intensification of crop production at project sites.

The Agronomist will also support resilient urban food systems mechanisms, train staff and farmers on methods to improve crop production. She/he will participate in conducting field visits to project sites to advise, train, coach and mentor the farmers about better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems for the successful management of agricultural production operations. In addition, the post holder will engage in documentation of best practices, learnings and lessons in the areas of climate-smart crop production and productivity. Moreover, she/he will involve and contribute in designing of new projects in the areas of climate-smart crop production.

Principle Responsibilities

Developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems for clients.
Researching and promoting agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage.
Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples.
Testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection.
Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
Conducting training on products and techniques through educational presentations.
Managing teams of scientists while conducting field visits or laboratory work.
Developing planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.

Qualifications and Skills required

Bachelor degree in agronomy, agriculture, or a related field.
Further education and experience may be preferred.
Further education and experience may be preferred.
Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.
Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
Sales and presentation skills.

Company Recruitment Commitment

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. BIVAC TANZANIA is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity. BIVAC TANZANIA does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (E.g. Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

Job Overview

Principle Responsibilities

Qualifications and Skills required

Company Recruitment Commitment

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