Closing: Apr 26, 2024
This position has expiredPublished: Apr 23, 2024 (11 days ago)
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- B.Sc in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Crop Science or other related discipline
- Extensive knowledge of agricultural policies and risk management practices
- 3- 5 years of experience in managing farms
- Excellent understanding of Nursery planting and seed sowing, irrigation, intercultural operations, fertilizer/chemical application and harvesting.
- Excellent business acumen
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Good analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Responsibilities
- B.Sc in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Crop Science or other related discipline
- Extensive knowledge of agricultural policies and risk management practices
- 3- 5 years of experience in managing farms
- Excellent understanding of Nursery planting and seed sowing, irrigation, intercultural operations, fertilizer/chemical application and harvesting.
- Excellent business acumen
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Good analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
About the Program
ECEWS aims to contribute to food security among smallholder farming communities by piloting its program in Nigeria’s Akwa Ibom State by:
- Enhancing efficiency and quality in the food value chain through an integrated agriculture aggregation center system.
- Building farmer capacity through education, training, and certification that will equip farmers with the standards and tools to produce high-quality food crops that command high prices, leading to increased earnings; and
- Creating an inclusive agricultural system that effectively and sustainably engages and generates economic and employment opportunities for women and youth across the state.
Job Description
- Preparing plans and schedules for farm operations and ensuring efficient resource allocation
- Preparation of budget and financial reports as well as the implementation of cost control measures
- Procurement of farm supplies and record-keeping
- Responsible for the storage, sales and marketing of farm produce
- Developing and maintaining communications with customers, prospects, offtakes and service providers consistent with the company’s business objectives
- Assisting with the recruitment, training and supervision of staff.
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