Agronomist job at African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (AFAP)
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Posted date: 2025-Aug-22
Location: kampala, Kampala, Uganda
Agronomist 2025-08-21T14:04:17+00:00 African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (AFAP) https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_5488/logo/African%20Fertilizer%20and%20Agribusiness%20Partnership%20(AFAP).jpeg https://uoeld.ac.ke/ FULL_TIME kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Professional Services Agronomist 2025-09-12T17:00:00+00:00 Uganda 8 The African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (AFAP) is hiring a Agronomist to provide technical expertise and support to farmers, agribusinesses, and stakeholders to improve crop yields, productivity, and sustainability. Working closely with farmers, researchers, and agricultural professionals, the Agronomist will design and implement effective agronomic practices tailored to local conditions and market needs. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Crop Management: Provide technical guidance on crop selection, planting, fertilization, pest management, and harvesting.
- Soil Health: Conduct soil analysis, recommend conservation and fertility practices, and promote sustainable soil management.
- Crop Monitoring: Track crop health, diagnose potential issues, and develop timely solutions.
- Farmer Training: Deliver training and extension services on agronomic best practices, crop management, and soil conservation. Lead farmer mobilization for field days in collaboration with Cooperative Advisors (CAs).
- Demonstrations & Field Trials: Source materials and set up demo plots with Hub Agro-dealers and Farmer Cooperatives. Support field trial planning and implementation with project partners.
- Crop Planning & Selection: Advise on suitable crops based on soil, climate, and market conditions. Develop crop rotation plans to optimize yields and reduce pest/disease risks.
- Environmental Stewardship: Promote sustainable farming practices that mitigate soil erosion, nutrient loss, and environmental impact.
- Collaboration & Communication: Work with local government structures and stakeholders to implement project activities. Provide actionable insights to farmers, build market linkages, and monitor agro-dealer and cooperative progress. Oversee Cooperative Advisors, supervise field activities, and support monthly planning and budgeting.
- Data Analysis: Collaborate with the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) team to collect and analyze data on crop yields, soil health, and agronomic outcomes to inform decision-making.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Experience: Demonstrated experience in agronomy, crop management, and soil science.
- Technical Skills: Strong expertise in agronomic practices, crop physiology, soil science, and agricultural technologies.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Analytical Skills: Proven ability to conduct data collection, analysis, and problem-solving in agricultural contexts.
- Local Knowledge: Familiarity with regional crops and agricultural practices will be an advantage.
Crop Management: Provide technical guidance on crop selection, planting, fertilization, pest management, and harvesting. Soil Health: Conduct soil analysis, recommend conservation and fertility practices, and promote sustainable soil management. Crop Monitoring: Track crop health, diagnose potential issues, and develop timely solutions. Farmer Training: Deliver training and extension services on agronomic best practices, crop management, and soil conservation. Lead farmer mobilization for field days in collaboration with Cooperative Advisors (CAs). Demonstrations & Field Trials: Source materials and set up demo plots with Hub Agro-dealers and Farmer Cooperatives. Support field trial planning and implementation with project partners. Crop Planning & Selection: Advise on suitable crops based on soil, climate, and market conditions. Develop crop rotation plans to optimize yields and reduce pest/disease risks. Environmental Stewardship: Promote sustainable farming practices that mitigate soil erosion, nutrient loss, and environmental impact. Collaboration & Communication: Work with local government structures and stakeholders to implement project activities. Provide actionable insights to farmers, build market linkages, and monitor agro-dealer and cooperative progress. Oversee Cooperative Advisors, supervise field activities, and support monthly planning and budgeting. Data Analysis: Collaborate with the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) team to collect and analyze data on crop yields, soil health, and agronomic outcomes to inform decision-making. Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field. Experience: Demonstrated experience in agronomy, crop management, and soil science. Technical Skills: Strong expertise in agronomic practices, crop physiology, soil science, and agricultural technologies. Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders. Analytical Skills: Proven ability to conduct data collection, analysis, and problem-solving in agricultural contexts. Local Knowledge: Familiarity with regional crops and agricultural practices will be an advantage JOB-68a727619dfd4 Vacancy title:
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African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (AFAP) Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 12 2025 Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, August 21 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: The African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (AFAP) is hiring a Agronomist to provide technical expertise and support to farmers, agribusinesses, and stakeholders to improve crop yields, productivity, and sustainability. Working closely with farmers, researchers, and agricultural professionals, the Agronomist will design and implement effective agronomic practices tailored to local conditions and market needs. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Crop Management: Provide technical guidance on crop selection, planting, fertilization, pest management, and harvesting.
- Soil Health: Conduct soil analysis, recommend conservation and fertility practices, and promote sustainable soil management.
- Crop Monitoring: Track crop health, diagnose potential issues, and develop timely solutions.
- Farmer Training: Deliver training and extension services on agronomic best practices, crop management, and soil conservation. Lead farmer mobilization for field days in collaboration with Cooperative Advisors (CAs).
- Demonstrations & Field Trials: Source materials and set up demo plots with Hub Agro-dealers and Farmer Cooperatives. Support field trial planning and implementation with project partners.
- Crop Planning & Selection: Advise on suitable crops based on soil, climate, and market conditions. Develop crop rotation plans to optimize yields and reduce pest/disease risks.
- Environmental Stewardship: Promote sustainable farming practices that mitigate soil erosion, nutrient loss, and environmental impact.
- Collaboration & Communication: Work with local government structures and stakeholders to implement project activities. Provide actionable insights to farmers, build market linkages, and monitor agro-dealer and cooperative progress. Oversee Cooperative Advisors, supervise field activities, and support monthly planning and budgeting.
- Data Analysis: Collaborate with the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) team to collect and analyze data on crop yields, soil health, and agronomic outcomes to inform decision-making.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Experience: Demonstrated experience in agronomy, crop management, and soil science.
- Technical Skills: Strong expertise in agronomic practices, crop physiology, soil science, and agricultural technologies.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Analytical Skills: Proven ability to conduct data collection, analysis, and problem-solving in agricultural contexts.
- Local Knowledge: Familiarity with regional crops and agricultural practices will be an advantage.
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 36 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure
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