Field Agronomist at Karisa Consults Limited

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Field Agronomist to join our team. In this role, you will conduct agricultural trials, train farmers on best practices, and serve as a key liaison between farming communities and agricultural stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct plant nutrition trials and demonstrations at farmer fields with proper Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) implementation
• Organize and facilitate farmer training programs and farm days, communicating agronomic best management practices covering seed selection, fertilizer use, agrochemical application, the 4 R principles (Right rate, place, time, and product), post-harvest technologies, and commodity pricing
• Collect soil samples, conduct analysis, and provide recommendations to farmers
• Train farmers, local government officials, private farm agronomists, and extension officers on advanced crop production technologies and fertilizer management techniques
• Provide advisory and training services at meetings, crop shows, conferences, exhibitions, trade fairs, and during personal farm visits
• Liaise with agro-dealers, retailers, development agencies, universities, extension agencies, NGOs, and government officials as a technical and commercial representative
• Communicate promotional activities and programs within your assigned area
• Collect and organize field data on soil testing, demonstration trials, and farmer information using assigned formats
• Gather local data on cultivated areas, fertilizer consumption, fertilizer prices, and commodity prices

Essential Qualifications

• Master's degree (MSc) in Soil Science, Crop Production, or Agronomy
• 2 to 5 years of working experience in the agriculture sector

Desirable Qualifications

• Fluency in EFIK language
• In-depth knowledge of agriculture in Cross River State

Required Competencies

• Ability to create and follow schedules
• Leadership and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Reporting skills
• Team working skills
• Language proficiency