AgricBusiness Manager Vacancy at Alan & Grant- Jos

Position Title: AgricBusiness Manager.

Job Station: Plateau State.

INTRODUCTION :-

AgricBusiness Manager job opportunity is available at Alan & Grant for individuals who possess BSc/HND in Agriculture or relevant field.

• Candidate will oversees the whole business from the planning, to carrying out duties and responsibilities that are needed, analyse, supervise and figure out marketing strategies. Apply principles of global Agricbusiness on soil, cultivation and harvesting farm product and management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :-

• Ensures integrated soil management techniques to improve soil fertility and function for crop production
• Maintain Pre-production techniques for site selection and land preparation related to the soil, water, chemicals, nutrients, air, waste disposal etc.
• Control production processes related to fertigation and pesticide spray schedules, water and nutrient management (irrigation schedule), planting material, storage and handling of agro- and non-agro chemicals etc.; germination test, plant spacing, weed control, fertilizer application
• Examine and evaluate options for appropriate harvesting, handling, storage and transportation techniques covering timely harvest, containers and materials, buildings and structures, cleaning and sanitation, animal and pest control, personal hygiene, produce treatment, storage and transport safety and quality
• Develop extension tools and systems that will raise awareness amongst farmers of consumers’ expectations and safety concerns
• Develop extension tools and systems that will improve access to practical, farmer-friendly information and resources
• Provide recommendation for risk reduction with monoculture activities and crop divarication linking to nutrition improvement, value addition and efficient utilisation of farm utilisation
• Prepare and submit period progress reports as required

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION :-

• Minimum 4-5years relevant experience in agricBusiness in the context of mechanisation, farming systems or related field
• Minimum of BSc/HND in Agriculture or relevant field
• Solid understanding of interconnectivity of crop production and livestock
• Experience in farming system approach and communication systems to farmers
• Good knowledge on climatology for agriculture and water resources, soil physics, agricultural environment and forest sciences
• Proven track record in planning, implementing, and promoting farm projects
• Hands on approach to work, with the ability to deliver on deadlines in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment, with minimal or no supervision
• Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skill
• Strong analytical and management skills, including sound knowledge of strategic planning and project management tools;
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office products Word, Excel and other relevant software and tools
• Drive, motivation and ability to consistently achieve results in a fast-paced environment.

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WHO IS Alan & Grant?

Alan & Grant – Our work is focused on creating innovative HR and Organizational Development Solutions aimed at Performance Improvement & Business Growth. We currently serve clients across various sectors of the Economy in from locations in Jos, Port Harcourt and Lagos.