Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 08, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The position exists for the management and execution of all phases of seed production. The job holder will work specifically towards the creation of high-quality seeds. The successful candidates will be reporting to the Production Manager.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Grower recruitments
• Complete administrative duties such as signing grower contracts, collecting, and inputting data for reports, and managing disposition of harvest
• Develop and maintain a grower evaluation system to drive increased yields and quality
• Provide timely and effective agronomic and technical support to seed growers to ensure acceptable yield and quality
• Inspect seed fields and ensure compliance with certification standards
• Perform and coordinate seed logistics activities through Head of operations to ensure accurate records and movement of seed
• Collaborate with seed certification authorities and ensure mandatory certifications are done
• Remain current with latest production technology to support seed growers
• Maintain relationships with growers, and the local farming community
• Satisfy internal production standards within quality, timeliness, and financial objectives
• Propose improvements to the field operations production program
• Collaborate in production research related work as may be needed
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• University degree in Agronomy/Crop Science
• 3-6 Years’ experience in a similar or related role
• Valid driver’s license and relevant experience in safe operation of a motor vehicle
• Minimum 1 – 2 years’ experience in relevant role.
CRITICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Produce to budgeted yield.
• Produce Sustainable quality and at sustainable cost.
• Timely supply of product for processing and packaging.
• Upholding HSE standards.
• Commercial Seed Growers..
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and people skills.
• Knowledge of statistical analyses.
• Skilled in interacting and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills to complete large field Trials.
• Successful interaction with peers and technical management.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
All Interested applicants should send their applications (Cover Letters and CVs) to recruitment@synergy.co.zm  by Wednesday, 13th July 2022 at 17:00hrs. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



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