Junior Agronomist
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5 hours ago
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Job Summary
Main Responsibilities
Along with the responsibilities listed below the employee should conduct any other business related to the function as required by his/her supervisor.
- Implementation and supervision of agreed research methodology for crop estimation analytically
- Contribution to the development of research methodology and strategy. Continuous review of the methodology being applied in view of observations made during crop tours.
- Make projections of potential crop yield per season and share the same with management.
- Plan organize and execute regular crop tours in order to estimate the production using
- High quality farmer interviews and
- visual yield estimation
- Estimate coffee areas by collecting data from
- official sources regularly
- Confirmation of area estimates through visual estimation of area changes
- Farmer interviews
- Gathering information from third parties like research institutes nurseries state farms etc.
- Highlight the risks to the crop estimate by working out various scenarios. Assessment of the impact of various scenarios on yields and associated probabilities such as weather pests diseases and changing costs or supply of inputs or labor etc.
- Close monitoring of weather developments and long term forecasts to update production estimates.
- Conducting detailed cost of production studies
- Conduct monthly stock surveys and Balance Sheet reconciliation.
- Communication of the findings in the form of well-argued crop tour report
- Source and analyse the secondary data and trade flow data on regular basis and contribute for BS review process and fully responsible for Coffee S&D Balance Sheet for the region.
- Perform any other duty as assigned by the Agronomist and procurement Manager for Coffee.
Experience
- Strong working knowledge in Coffee Agronomy. with rich experience of working in field with the farmers.
- Working knowledge related to coffee crop and Uganda in particular is added advantage.
- Very good knowledge of MS Office (in particular advanced Excel skills)
- Strong presentation and communication skills in English and local Uganda local dialects
- Willingness to travel upcountry for crop tours and farmer engagements
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy i.e. proficiency in MS office package.
- Proven ability to collect analyze data and prepare accurate reports.
- Presentation skills.
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Luganda (Fluent)
- Swahili (Added Advantage)
Education
The applicant should hold a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture specialization in soil plant or crop science or agronomy
Qualifications :
Education
The applicant should hold a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture specialization in soil plant or crop science or agronomy
Experience
- Strong working knowledge in Coffee Agronomy with rich experience of working in field with the farmers.
- At least 3 years of relevant working experience in agronomy coffee research and crop science
- Working knowledge related to coffee crop and Uganda are added advantage.
- Very good knowledge of MS Office (advanced Excel skills)
- Strong presentation and communication skills in English and local Uganda local dialects
- Willingness to travel upcountry for crop tours and farmer engagements
Preferred Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Luganda (Fluent)
- Swahili (Advantage)
Preferred Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy i.e. proficiency in MS office package.
- Proven ability to collect analyze data and prepare accurate reports.
- Presentation skills.
Additional Information :
Additional Information for the job
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people our business partners the communities we touch and the environment around us
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
Our Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits
Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)
Pension contributions
Access to Training and Development
Access to Concierge Partnerships
Meals for some employees in the assets
Transport for employees in the asset facilities
Private Medical Insurance
21 Days leave
Life Insurance
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
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