Technical Officer (ENL Agri LTD)
- Moka
- 31,000 - 40,000
- Permanent
- Added 20/04/2017
- Closing 28/04/2017
ENL Agri LTD is currently looking for a Technical officer.
Main Responsibilities:
Agronomist
- Perfrm soil analysis and fertilizer recommendations.
- Plan, carry out agronomic experiments and analysis.
- Liaise with MSIRI and other institutes and bodies.
- Conduct experiments or investiogations in field-crop problems and develops new methods of growing crops to secure more efficient production, higher yield, and improved quality.
- Compile statistical data and provide analysis.
- Liaise with service providers and suppliers for smooth running of business.
- Make recommendations to the production team for irrigation activity and water management.
Farm Management
- Provide operational assistance to crop and animal production team.
- Keep records of Farming Operations, monitor Feed consumption and weight Management Skills.
- Ensure that work progresses satisfactorily.
- Regular Farm Monitoring and Control.
- Ability to work outdoor for long hours on farm.
- Assign Farm workers to task such as feeding and treating of animals, cleaning and maintenance o Equipment and Farm Houses.
- Plan and prepare work schedules.
- Ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Keeping and up-to-date knowledge of pests and diseases and an understanding of how they spread and how to treat them.
- Monitoring animal health and welfare, including liasing with vets.
Qualifications:
- Holder of a degree in Agriculture or any relevant field.
- Must exhibit technical expertise and have good knowledge in aminal husbandry/farming.
- Experience in similar position would be an advantage.
- Fluency in both written and spoken English/French languages.
- Takes initiatives, is proactive, dynamic, flexible with great problem resolution skills, sound decision making and judgement.
- Must be a good team player and be able to work under pressure.
- Holder of a valid driving license.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience.