Develop a strong replicable out-grower function for the company that will ensure social visibility and impact on the ground
Should ideally be an agriculture graduate with experience in contract farming or out grower model
Excellent knowledge on Crop protection chemicals
Willing and able to guide & train the smallholder farmers in various basic farming technical skills
Competent in Crop assessment/Crop forecasting
Timely communication of risk factors with cause-consequence analysis
Database management (crop tour data; phone survey data; production files; trial analysis for different chemicals and crops; etc.)
Weather and agronomy analysis (weather monitoring; water balance response; monsoon monitoring; crop tour results by yield; planting/harvesting monitoring; etc.)
Team management
Experience of handling multiple crops
Qualifications
B.Sc. Ag. /M.Sc in Agriculture, (Plant Breeding, Soil Science, Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Entomology etc.) or a Diploma in Agriculture; Work experience in seed industry and Knowledge in Seed production specially hybrid seed production will be essential for vacancies in seed production.
Skills Required:
Excellent speaking skills in Hausa.
Good at MS OFFICE - word, excel and power-point.
Able to execute out grower for Rice, Maize and Soybean crop.
Conversant with the local cultures and customs in North Nigeria.
Willing to travel.
High integrity levels.
How to Apply
Candidates should submit a Word-formatted document consisting of; Cover letter and CV to: info@rosslandconsulting.com
Note
Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line.
This position is open to Nigerian residents in Katsina and Jigawa State only
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