Lead Agronomist — Kenya

Own agronomic performance across FinAgra farms in Kenya, from land selection, preparation and planting through harvest.

Develop and continuously improve land selection parameters, crop protocols, growing calendars, and agronomic standards adapted to Kenyan conditions.

Spend significant time in the field, monitoring crop development, identifying risks, and making timely agronomic decisions.

Ensure consistent implementation of best practices across different farms and locations.

Lead, coach, and develop agronomists, REPs, farm managers, and field teams.

Use soil tests, weather, crop observations, yield data, and season results to continuously improve farming practices.

Work closely with Operations and Procurement and Sales to ensure agronomic plans are practical, timely, and commercially sound.

Work directly with FinAgra's Product and Technology teams to translate agronomic expertise into digital workflows, planning tools, decision-support systems, and AI-enabled farm management products. You will be one of the key users and domain experts shaping how our technology works in the field.

7+ years of hands-on agronomy experience in commercial farming.

Previous experience as a Chief Agronomist, Head Agronomist, Senior Farm Agronomist, Production Agronomist, or equivalent.

Strong experience with open-field crop production and responsibility for crops across the full growing cycle.

Experience leading agronomists, farm managers, or field teams.

Strong practical knowledge of soil fertility, crop nutrition, pest and disease management, crop protection, and field operations.

A track record of being accountable for crop performance and yield, rather than only providing agronomic advice.

Experience with several of our key crops — maize, potatoes, barley, beans, and canola.

Experience managing production across multiple farms or locations is a strong advantage.

Comfortable using data and digital tools and excited about helping build new technology for agriculture.