AgriSeed Co. Nigeria Limited Jo Vacancies in Kaduna

AgriSeed Co Nigeria Limited a joint venture Seed Company offering high quality seed to enhance Nigeria farmers and nation’s productivity requires a sound marketing professional to coordinate the
sales, extension and marketing functions of the SBU aimed at bringing the highly productive seed to the end user and creating the top of mind awareness for the product across the maize growing belt of Nigeria.

AgriSeed Co Nigeria Limited is recruiting to fill the position below:


Job Title: Line Development Maize Breeder (West Africa/Tropical Lowland)
Location: Kaduna
Job Description

• The objectives will be achieved by generating and developing a pipeline of yellow maize inbred lines and making hybrid combinations for advancement and release in the tropical lowland environments in western and central Africa.
• This entails assessment of introductions, implementation of crossing plans, selection schemes and establishing the product testing network in target regions of product deployment.

• At least a M.Sc in Plant Breeding, A PhD will be an advantage; Computer literacy
• Ability to work both in a diverse research team and independently is crucial
• At least 5 years’ experience working in a maize breeding programme
• Knowledge of tropical lowland germplasm and product requirements will be an added advantage
• Data analysis and result presentation
• Communication skills are essential.

• The objectives will be achieved through coordination of all field demonstrations activities, sales promotions, media and technology based advertisement, agro dealer’s development and product loyalty programs thereby entrenching and positioning the Seed Co brand as the seed of choice for increased productivity.
• The incumbent will also oversee product deployment and targeting.

• At least a MSc in Marketing or related studies; Computer literacy
• Ability to work both in a diverse multicultural team and independently is crucial
• At least 5 years’ experience working in a fast moving marketing outfit
• Knowledge of commodities marketing, route to market, and products promotion
• Market Information Gathering, data analysis and result presentation
• Communication skills are essential.