Agronomists at Contec Global Group

⏲ Dec 5, 2023, 7:40 PM
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Contec Global Group - Established in 1984 and headquartered in London, the Contec Global Group has a worldwide presence, with operations in Asia, Africa, and Europe. As a company established on the platform of e-Governance and smart technologies, Contec Global is among the most experienced independent technology and systems organizations operating in developing countries. Today, the Group is engaged, globally, in providing integrated, systems-based solutions in the fields of Secure Technologies, Infrastructure, Agriculture and Hospitality.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Agronomist

Locations: Ijebu Ode, Ijebu East, Ijebu Northeast, Odogbolu, Ogun Waterside & Ijebu North - Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

Studying plants and soil to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improve crop yield, and solve problems facing the agriculture industry.
Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples and testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
Assisting farmers with the plant selection process and the development of planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
Researching, developing, and promoting Organic farming practices or products that diminish the effects of changes in soil, climate, and weather or prevent damage from pests.
Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
Promoting products and techniques through educational presentations.
Conducting field visits or laboratory work.
Providing management and technical consultancy services to companies and other organizations

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field.
Physical fitness to work in the farm- stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.
Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar position.
Knowledge of agri-food chain processes.
Organization and planning capabilities.
Management skills and commercial acumen.
Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
Sales, Presentation and Training skills.