Title:  Agronomy Technicians

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AGRONOMY TECHNICIANS

Reports to: Agronomy Supervisor

The position also provides high quality extension and technical services - covering integrity, compliance, technical, regulatory, farmstead hygiene and grower/worker welfare - to all JTI contracted FFS growers through delivery of a scheduled Visitation Program.

 Key Responsibilities

• Identify, register, contract establish and manage the JTI contracted grower base.
• Implement pre-defined tobacco growing programs in line with company strategy.
• Visit every assigned JTI contracted grower in line with company standards to provide extension service throughout the crop cycle.
• Ensure that all tobacco growers produce and sell to JTI within the expectations of the Agriculture Labor Practices (ALP) code.
• Participate in accurate and timely data collection as required for company information systems and initiatives.
• Oversee input requesting and distribution to growers.
• Facilitate and oversee the movement of baled tobacco from the farm gate to the sales floor ensuring 100% accountability and ownership.
• Role model safety leadership in observable ways.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree or diploma in Agriculture or equivalent professional qualifications.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in tobacco or general agricultural management.
• Ability to ride a motorbike with a valid driving license.
• Fluent in English and working knowledge of any local language.
• Able to use MS Office tools and programs.
• Deadline for receiving applications is 27th October 2024.

WHAT ARE THE NEXT STEPS - THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

We value you for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

We will make sure every candidate will receive a reply within 2-3 weeks after the application deadline.