PURPOSE

To manage and oversee the business seed production process and establish demonstration plots through strategic planning, coordinating, and supervise harvesting with out-growers, in achieving the business annual targets.

THE JOB

• Prepare and plan seed production schedules in accordance with seed production targets indicated by management for the year.
• Coordinate screening and selection of out-growers for seasonal seed production activities.
• Coordinate seed logistics activities to ensure accurate records and movement of seeds.
• Negotiate, sign and manage contracts with contract growers and processors involved in the seed production value chain.
• Supervise and participate in planting, rogueing, detasseling, and harvesting as well as provide technical support on recommended agricultural practices.
• Monitor and ensure quality control standards for production of breeder, foundation and certified seeds.
• Keep detailed records of seed production inputs, farm management practices, outputs and stock delivery.
• Establish demonstration plots in strategic locations to increase seed adoption.

THE PERSON MUST

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of soil and crop principles.
• Outstanding research and analytical skills.
• Be able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Pay high attention to details.

QUALIFICATION

• HND or BSc. in Agronomy, Agriculture, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agricultural economics or related fields.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years cognate experience.
• Experiences in market intelligence will be an added advantage.