Research Agronomist job at SGS
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Vacancy title:
Research Agronomist

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Research , Category: Agribusiness ]

Jobs at:

SGS

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, June 28 2023 

Duty Station:
Within Kenya , Nairobi, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 14 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
Job Description
Main duties and responsibilities:
• Shall plan, set up, execute and report on all trial and crop sciences activities in their activity areas
• Shall ensure agronomic advisories and trainings are provided for promptly
• Shall monitor progress of field crop science activities and field trials and send timely reports and updates
• Shall assist other crop science teams in sourcing of trial sites and demonstration sites in activity regions
• Shall ensure data is collected using SGS/ Client preferred ARMs and or in accordance to GEP/GLP when supporting Contract Research activities
• Shall write and provide accurate scientific reports when needed
• Shall be able to do scientific data analysis using preferred tools
• Ensure sustainability practices and key performance indicators are met
• Participate in assigned events to offer technical advice and to support the crop sciences team to achieve target objectives
• Ensure that work carried out and workplaces under his/her control meet the requirements of the group minimum health, safety and environment standards and procedures
• Ensure compliance to health, safety and environment procedures and policies for SGS and client
• Conduct any other duty and assignment as may be assigned to him/her
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct

Qualifications
Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
• Hold a minimum of Diploma in Soil Science, Agriculture, Horticulture, or any other agricultural related course.
• Have at least 2 years working experience in field agronomy, conducting field trials and field research.
• Must be competent in motor vehicle riding and have a valid riding license
• Have a valid certificate of good conduct
• Good interpersonal and communication skills – grassroot experience preferred.
• Sensitive to set timelines and targets
• Physically fit, hardworking, honest and performance driven
• Must be computer literate
• Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Basic knowledge of HSE standards and riding competency are added advantages.

Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education:
Postgraduate Degree

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• Interested and qualified? Click here to apply

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Job Info
Job Category: Environment, Forestry and Agriculture jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, June 28 2023
Duty Station: Nairobi
Posted: 13-06-2023
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 13-06-2023
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 13-06-2066
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