Agronomist at

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Bureau Veritas Group Full time
The role:
  • Are you enthusiastic about agriculture and the agricultural upstream value chain; and ready to be part of an inclusive work environment, dedicated to pioneering new ideas and pathways, compliance and to delivering value? If the answer is yes, we have an exciting career opportunity for you as an Agronomist situated in Nairobi.
  • The key responsibilities of the ideal candidate include:
  • Supporting Bureau Veritas Upstream Agri Services in Kenya from a QA/QC perspective, with a focus on agricultural precision farming; seed testing and management, plant nutrition, soil science & fertility management, crop protection services, traceability, farm certifications.
  • Creating upstream Agri solutions for existing and potential clients engaged in various farm production activities.
  • Developing quarterly, monthly & weekly sales plans in collaboration with team members and monitoring their execution.
  • Preparing compelling business proposals for different potential clients and consistently achieving set targets.
  • Ensuring continuous tracking of potential or advertised tenders and aiding in the preparation of professional responses.
Required Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and outstanding organizational abilities.
  • Capability to engage in physically demanding tasks such as travels and field studies and deliver reports within specified timelines.
Analytical and numerical skills:
  • Proficiency in interpreting agricultural field and testing reports in alignment with national and international standards and/ or references.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly excel spreadsheet, power point, and word.
  • Familiarity with Kenyan agricultural legislations, regulations, requirements, and reference sources, market testing needs, standards, certification.
  • Experience with Agricultural inspections; Plant & Soil Testing; SPS, IPM & other international testing protocols.
  • Experience with certifications - GlobalGap; RFA; ISO & Sustainability protocols (EUTR, UKTR, EUDR, FSC&PEFC) ISO 17025, ISO 17020, ISO 17065, ISO 17021.
  • Demonstrated strong inclination for hands-on work and attention to detail in either academic or professional pursuits.
  • Ability to multitask, manage shifting priorities, and see through projects with minimal supervision.
Requirements:
  • MSc in Agronomy or Agricultural Sciences.
Age:
  • Above 30 years or 5 years of working experience.
  • 5 years of sales or business development experience preferably in TIC company.
  • Good grasp of SPS & IPM.
  • Solid knowledge & experience with donor-funded agricultural, agronomy, or CBO & NGO projects.
  • Sound understanding of sustainability and sustainable agriculture.