Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 12, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Stewards Globe Limited an equal opportunity employer invites applications from suitably qualified experienced individuals for the above position:

Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead the implementation of breeding nurseries and trials
• Distribution of research inputs and coordination of on-farm and on-station variety trials
• Manage and supervise on-station and on-farm trials defined in annual planning
• Support the reporting of project activities and produce draft reports to facilitate smooth operations of the R&D department
• Data collection from all the trials
• Position requires seasonal weekend and/or evening hours in conjunction with farming activities.
• Supervise the work and progress of BSc students attached to Afriseed Research and Development department

Qualification and Experience
• At least a BSc in Agriculture Science with a strong focus on Agronomy/ Plant Breeding.
• MSc would be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years of consecutive work experience in managing and supervising agronomic trials independently and/or under supervision
• Previous work experience at a national or international research Centre will be an added advantage.
• Position requires working in extreme temperatures and inclement weather conditions.
• Must be able to move up to 25kgs on a routine basis.
• Must be tolerant to airborne irritants such as dust, pollen, and chemicals.
• Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Experience in collating and analyzing agronomic trials
• Experience in reporting writing and data presentation
• Advanced knowledge in standard computer programs (MS Office)
• Basic knowledge in statistical programs and analysis tools – especially in R.
• Proven language skills (fluency in English both oral and written)
• Class 4 Drivers license is a requirement
• The selected candidate must be able to demonstrate the following competencies: Communication, Critical Thinking, Negotiation, and TeamWork

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
To apply, please submit your applications to the following e-mail address: careersagri@gmail.com  Your Cover Letter should refer explicitly to the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies stated above providing clear and concrete examples of where, when, and how the experience was gained and expected remuneration. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration. The closing date for receipt of applications is 26th August 2022.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Afriseed is an equal opportunity. Women are encouraged to apply.



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