Seedcare Technical Field Coordinator Jobs in Zambia

Seedcare Technical Field Coordinator Jobs in Zambia


Role Purpose

  • Demand creation by doing on-farm demo trials, collecting data and generating “seeing is believing” stories for the key Seedcare customers in Southern African Countries Business Area.

  • Operate the Seedcare Institute laboratory with small scale seed treatments and visits to processing plants as part of technical support to key Seedcare customers. .

    Accountabilities

  • Overall agronomic management of demonstration/trial site from planting to harvest. This includes planting, fertilizer application, weeding, spraying, field scouting and harvesting where applicable according to the set protocol.

  • Provide up to date information to the Seedcare team on the crop development at different stages of production.

  • Conduct data collection, compilation and reporting to the Seedcare team at the set required time points as provided for in the protocols guide.

  • Effective liaison with sales and R&D colleagues, agents and Key Account Manager (by following the correct channel procedure) to ensure proper site selection and site management prior to, during and after the trial/s.

  • Responsible for maximizing the purpose of each trial, for example data collection and in field product promotions with relevant parties as agreed with the Seedcare team.

  • Stay abreast of market, trade and competitor activity in order to revise strategies and meet changing requirements.

    Qualifications

    Knowledge Skills & Experience:

    Critical experience and skills


    • BSc. in Agronomy/ Horticulture or equivalent

    • 5 years’ experience in agricultural /commercial or field agronomy or data handling

    • Computer literate – MS Office

    • Excellent reporting and report writing skills

    • Effective communication skills

    • Strong attention to detail

    • Ability to provide sound technical advice

    • Farmer, agent and customer relations, group dynamics and coordination skills are fundamental

    • Flexibility and ability to work in a high pressure environment

    • Strong time management and prioritization skills

    How to Apply

  • For more information and job application details, see; Seedcare Technical Field Coordinator Jobs in Zambia

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