Agronomist – Open Field & Greenhouse (Vegetables). [Openings: 2]

Agriculture, Fishing & Forestry

K sh 90,000 – 160,000 gross / month

Openings: 2 Location: Nairobi – Gikambura / Dagoretti South fringe (Nairobi-Kiambu border) Overview Our client is looking for two Agronomists to support small/medium growers supplying supermarkets and processors. You’ll conduct farm visits, diagnose pests/diseases, optimize fertigation, and align growers to spray and harvest calendars that meet residue and quality specs. The role blends science, coaching, and commercial pragmatism. Key Responsibilities: - Run crop walks; issue actionable field reports and prescriptions. - Design nutrition and IPM programs; monitor efficacy. - Train farmers on GAP, MRL compliance, and harvest hygiene. - Coordinate sampling for lab tests; interpret results. - Support planning for varieties, planting windows, and off-takes. Education & Experience: - BSc Agronomy/Horticulture/Agriculture; 2–4 yrs field advisory. Skills & Tools: - Scouting, IPM, fertigation plans, residue standards, Excel/Docs. KPIs: - Reject rate, yield/acre, MRL pass rate, farmer retention. Compensation (Kenya): KES 90,000–160,000 + field allowance + quarterly bonus. Figures are client estimates and vary with experience & portfolio size. Benefits: - Medical, motorbike/fuel allowance, CPD. Growth Path: - Senior Agronomist → Regional Agronomy Lead → Technical Services Manager. Ideal promotion cycle.