Required Qualifications and Experience

Nursery and Propagation Support (25%)

• Support acclimatization, hardening, and vegetative multiplication of cassava planting materials, including SAH-derived materials.
  
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of nursery facilities for confined trials.
  

Field Establishment and Maintenance (35%)

• Execute field planting and plot maintenance activities for confined field trials.
  
• Carry out routine agronomic operations including weeding, spraying, fertilizer application, and general field upkeep.
  

Labour Coordination and Field Logistics (20%)

• Coordinate and supervise casual labour for routine and peak field operations (planting, weeding, harvesting).
  
• Support scheduling and timely execution of labour-intensive activities.
  

Harvest and Post-Harvest Support (10%)

• Participate in harvest operations under supervision.
  
• Support post-harvest handling and regulated disposal activities for confined field trials.
  

Compliance and Operational Support (10%)

• Support adherence to confined field trial and biosafety procedures during routine operations.
  
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of trial sites, nurseries, and work areas.
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.