Are you a professional, seasoned Agronomy Specialist who can be accountable for leading large-scale commercial farming operations in Taveta, if so, then we are looking for you. Our client would like to fill the position of Agronomy Specialist.

Accountable for providing agronomy advice and support to the crop and block managers.  Accountable for the health of the crop.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing the pertinent technical advice to the crop managers for the production of year-round, high-quality fresh Red Onion, Tomatoes and Watermelon in line with our client’s product demand planning.
• Execute Crop scouting, irrigation scheduling/nutrient management/crop protection advice.
• Integrate high-tech monitoring systems to support the decision-making for top-quality, high-yielding crops
• Undertaking relevant crop trials focused on improving crop production and quality to advise the crop production managers in better methods of production.
• Crop forecasting model from the Agronomic team.
• Analyze data of all trends to provide forecasting and early warnings of cropping challenges to the crop production managers.
• Ensure food safety compliance through the client’s value chain in line with relevant codes of practice.
• Retain a high standard of Health and Safety.

• A degree in Agriculture/horticulture or associated disciplines. BASIS & FACTS qualifications an advantage. A valid Kenya driving license.
• Skill level: A minimum of 5 years direct agronomy support within the fresh produce industry with relevant experience in Kenya.

How to apply: If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. The first stage of interviews will be online assessments and then in-person interviews. Please make your application immediately, we are shortlisting on a rolling basis. Only successful candidates will be contacted.