Agronomist Job at Protege Management

About the role

Angronmist job opportunity is available at Protege Management for individuals who possess Degree in Agronomy from Reputed University.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plant nutrition (Fertilizer and Agronomy) trials/demonstration at Farmers’ field.
• Implementation of mega to group farmer training/farm days initiatives and effective communication/education of Agronomic “Best Management Practices” to farmers from seed, fertilizer, agrochemicals, application with 4 R principles to post harvest technologies to increase farm income.
• Train farmers, local agronomists, extension officers etc. on advanced crop production technologies, fertilizer management techniques, seed and agrochemical application.
• Advisory/Training to farmers in meetings/crop shows/ exhibitions/personal visits.
• Liaise with Trade as Techno commercial face e.g. Agro-dealers/retailers, development agencies, university/extension agencies/NGO and Government officials.
• Communication of Promotional activities programs in his region
• Communication of promotional literatures, ideas, initiatives
• Collection of Filed data on soil testing, demo trials, farmers data etc using assigned formats.

Key Stakeholders
Internal:

• Zonal Marketing Head
• Head Agronomy Services
• Sales Team

External:

• Farmers
• Govt representatives.
• Fertilizer Traders/trade partners
• NGOs
• Research Institutes

Experience and qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Degree in Agronomy from Reputed University with about 5 years’ experience in strategy building and Business Development of Fertilizers & Agro Products.
• Experience working with the regional farmers, government officials & NGOs
• Strong Knowledge about Agriculture and experience working in agricultural extension programs.
• Exposure in Mali will be an added advantage.

Essential Skills:

• Knowledge of Crop management, soil testing, farmers training.
• Entrepreneur Orientation, risk taking ability, nurturing.
• Operation Excellence, Team work with ability of multi-tasking.
• Open minded, Organizing, problem solving.
• Communication, Listening and feedback.
• Punctuality, work attitude and initiatives.
• Documentation / Upkeep of records.

Application deadline

6th December, 2019.

Application details

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@protegemanagement.com.ng , copy protegemanagement@outlook.com Using the “Job Title” as the subject of the mail.

WHO IS Protege Management?

Protege Management is a premier boutique Executive Search and Human Capital Management firm that offer both local and international companies bespoke talent and human resource consulting products and services across diverse sectors.