A leading mineral fertilizer company with a global presence is sourcing for qualified candidates for the position of Sales Agronomist with experience in commercial agriculture.

The company deals in processing of ammonia, nitrates, NPK and fertilizers. We import a full portfolio of crop nutrition products through our operations in Mombasa and Nairobi.

Note: The position will be based in Uganda.

Responsibilities

To determine ways of cultivating crops on different plots of land, having in consideration the conditions of soil.Create and implement effective direct sales strategies for the organization and lead nationwide direct sales personnel.Visit key clients in Floriculture, Horticulture, Coffee, and Cereals, to build business, and identify opportunities.To determine the technological processes for sowing crops and the growing of the seedlings of vegetables, fruits, grape vines, etcThe management of agro-technical processes in the cultivation of plants.Provide supervision through field visits, observations and measurement of results.Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts.Manage to meet/exceed monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts.To make decisions about the plowing, sowing and plant protectionTo select and procure the seeds, fertilizers and other materials required for plant growthTo schedule the plowing and sowing.Draw the production plans according to the consumers' needsReceiving orders, developing the market and drawing up plans for animal productionTo manage the exploitation of land resourcesTo prepare laboratory tests for agricultural land and organization of the groundTo determine the fertilization processTo prepare the production plan for the crop plantsTo record the operative documentsTo ensure the coordination with the production of animalsDetermine ways of cultivating crops on different plots of land, as per the ground conditionsQualified Ugandans and Kenyans are invited to apply for the position.Make decisions on plowing and sowing.Choose and procure seeds, fertilizers and other materials.Schedule sowing and plowing.Prepare the production plans in accordance with the requirements of customers, receive their orders, enhance market development, etcPrepare plans for livestock production.Manage and regulate the exploitation of land resources.Prepare the analysis and laboratory testing for agricultural land.Determine the processes of fertilization.File the operative documents.Ensure the coordination with livestock production.Qualified candidates to forward their Resumes and cover letter to the email cvs@careerdirections.co.ke.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Vacancy: Agronomist
Location: Nairobi

Industry: Agro-Business
Our Client, a leading company that produces and commercializes specialty chemical products for the agricultural market, specialty nutrients and coadjuvants seeks to recruit an Agronomist. 

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing new markets, getting new clients, giving assessment to the agricultures using our products, and increasing our presence in Kenya Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Prepare reports, sketches, working drawings, specifications, proposals, and budgets for proposed sites or systems.Test agricultural machinery and equipment to ensure adequate performance. Visit sites to observe environmental problems, to consult with contractors, or to monitor construction activities.Provide technical advice to Farmers in resolving crop issues.Promote crops sales, merchandising and fill programs. Provide feedback to managers of fertilizer, seed and crop protection products on programs and products needed to meet sales budget.Know the competitive markets in their territory. Communicate with wholesale procurement and retail management to maximize sales, margins and efficiencies Conduct presentations at Producer meetings and sales events.Manage the investigation and recommend settlement of complaints about on farm usage of Crops products which cannot be settled at the local level. Assist with fertilizer and sprayer clinics and applicator certification schools. Perform other duties as assigned.Skills and Qualification RequiredBachelor's Degree in Agronomy or related field preferred. Previous experience in crops business that preferably has included sales.In-depth understanding and extensive knowledge of Agronomic requirements for production of healthy crops.In-depth knowledge of seed, fertilizer and crop protection markets.Able to sell the entire line of crop products. Able to develop sales strategies and techniques to increase sales. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. PC proficiency with Microsoft Office.At least 5 year of Experience using, selling and managing Agrochemicals Companies.Must be fluent in English.Must be willing and ready to travel.Preferably 30-45 years of age.To apply, send your CV ONLY and cover letter to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before 10th June 2014. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Our client is a dynamic fast growing agri-services company that offers farmers agriculture and farm advisory services. To sell agricultural laboratory services and provide agronomy advice to flowers / horticulture and broad acre farmers.

Location: Kenya – Nairobi  and Central Rift region

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, plant pathology, bio chemicals or relevant industry.2-3 year experience in flowers/horticulture sales/production Valid Driving license, for a minimum of  three yearsAttributes:

Excellent communicator verbal and writtenMust be I.T savvyYoung and energeticGood negotiating skillsProblem-solving/creativityMonthly gross salary: Ksh.60,000/= plus commissions

Deadline: 31st May 2014   

 hr@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Agronomist Needed
Responsibilities:
Overall responsibility for all field activities relating to the commercial production units for horticultural products especially fine beans

To plan and oversee all daily, weekly and monthly programs

To ensure that budgeted production targets are being met in terms of both quality and quantity of produce

To oversee all crop monitoring, scouting, spraying, fertilizing and harvesting programs

To oversee all soil and crop testing programs

To oversee all day to day farm activities in the absence of the Managing Director

Requirement for the position
Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or AgricultureMust have minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial horticulture agronomy (fresh fruits and vegetable production experience)Management levelExcellent communication skillsProblem-solving/creativityInterpersonal abilitiesTeamwork skillsLeadership and managementSalary: KShs 50K

Location: Homa Bay and Kisumu

Email cv to kentrainltd@gmail.com by 8th of Feb 2014

Agronomist - World Vision South Sudan
Use your experience in food security and livelihoods, operational planning, time scheduling and creative problem solutions to be part of a leading organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children living in poverty.
World Vision (WV) is a global network of people committed to enhance the well-being of children everywhere by empowering families and communities to overcome the challenges of poverty and injustice.
The Agronomist-WV South Sudan will offer strategic leadership and management capabilities to Food Security–Agricultural production and advise management on strategically critical areas to be noted for programming benefits and avoidance of obstacles.
With a proven track record in a fast paced, complex and ideally global organisation, you will have a desire, motivated by your Christian faith, to help others and model ethics in line with the Christian foundations and ethos of the organisation.Envision, Plan and actualize programs that will enhance Food Security and Livelihoods in Upper Nile in collaboration with stake holders through increasing acreages cultivated at house hold level, increasing yields per acre through use on better agronomic, skills transfer and use of superior Genotypes and phenotypes.Work with the sector lead, Upper Nile team and Government officials to prioritize crop production and other food security strategies in the region.Offer leadership in the implementation of the sector activities by ensuring that the program inputs are available in the right quality, quantity on time and in usable condition.Report immediately any potential dangers in the community and taking immediate action including but not limited to cessation of activities, calling the office and liaising with both government and community groups to diffuse a dangerous situation and to remove the staff and assets from within the toxic environment.A first Degree in Agronomy or Soil Science and an Advanced degree in Agronomy are required.Must have at least five years’ work experience of which two must have been in Agriculture, Food Security and livelihoods programming in the None Profit Sector.Knowledge of Agriculture Research including adaptive research trials is an advantage.Fluency in English in both written and spoken forms is a mustShould have an in-depth understanding of Food security and livelihoods, operational planning, time scheduling and creative problem solution.Excellence in public relations, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationship initiation development and management is a pre-requisite.Will you use your experience in Agriculture, Food Security and livelihoods programming to further “life in all its fullness” for children? For specific details regarding the position, visit our website: www.wvi.org and apply online by the closing date 21 Nov 2012. World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.