Farm Field Officer at Agbeyewa Farms

Agbeyewa Farms is a world-class agribusiness with farm operations in Ekiti State, Nigeria. We have foresight for expansion into Africa whilst we create decent jobs and economic opportunities for local communities and become a force to reckon with in the agribusiness on a global scale.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Farm Field Officer

Location: Ado Ekiti, Ekiti
Employment type:  Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking talented professionals who are passionate about socio-economic development through agricultural and agro-allied investments.

Job Description

• Supervise farm workers to ensure efficient execution of tasks.
• Supervise soil preparation - ploughing, harrowing, ridging, plot maintenance, and harvesting
• Supervise both mechanical and manual planting of cassava and the application of fertilizers and agrochemicals
• Ensure good farm equipment maintenance, irrigation management, and fertigation.
• Develop and enforce crop rotation and soil enrichment plans to sustain soil fertility
• Conduct regular field inspections to assess soil conditions, crop performance, and pest or disease threats
• Develop and enforce crop rotation and soil enrichment plans to sustain soil fertility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in cassava farming or agricultural management are a plus.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in cassava cultivation or a similar role.
• Good knowledge of cassava farming techniques, including pest and Disesase
• Proficiency in record-keeping and reporting.
• Ability to operate and maintain farm machinery and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
• Passion for agriculture and sustainable farming practices

Competencies Required:

• Can work with little or no supervision.
• Will be a critical thinker and could take initiative as occasion demands.
•  Both male and female are eligible.
• Have a good command of English both in speaking and writing.
• Be honest, diligent, dedicated, and unassuming.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.