Agronomist Job at A reputable Company - Career Opportunity in Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 01, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
On behalf of our client an agriculture company, we seek to recruit a highly competent, motivated and professional individual to fill the position of agronomist.
Job Overview:
Agronomist will be responsible for developing better farming practices and find effective solutions for the food and farming industry. The Agronomist will conduct research and field checks, take samples and make observations, perform tests, and identify and solve problems related to plant or soil nutrition, damage from insects or wildlife, weather or climate changes, or the use of specialized products, such as pesticides, fertilizers, etc. Using this information, you will also help farmers develop techniques to increase crop quality and yield.. .

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Studying plants and soil in order to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improve crop yield, and solve problems facing the agriculture industry.
• Researching, developing, and promoting farming practices or products that diminish the effects of changes in soil, climate, and weather or prevent damage from pests.
• Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples and testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
• Assisting with the plant selection process and the development of planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
• Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
• Promoting products and techniques through educational presentations.
• Managing teams of scientists while conducting field visits or laboratory work.
• Selling personalized consultation services to clients.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field
• More education and experience may be an added advantage
• More than three (3) years experience
• Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods
• Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software
• Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills
• Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
• Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments
• Sales and presentation skills are also a major plus

Job Education: Bachelor’s degree

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure
Interested candidates are invited to apply through our email . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.