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Agronomist

Kerchanshe Trading PLC

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Natural Science

Agricultural Science

Adami Tullu

1 Position

2022-08-01

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2022-08-03

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Fields of study

Agronomy and Crop Science

Full Time

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Job Description

Job Description

Background of the company


Kerchanshe Trading P.L.C is the largest producer and exporter of coffee in Ethiopia, It has a proud history of providing quality coffees to the local and international markets.  Currently our company needs a dedicated and motivated candidate.

Job Description

  •  Developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield.

  • Researching and promoting agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage.

  • Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples.

  • Testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.

  • Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection.

  • Keeping detailed records regarding fields, crops, and samples.

  • Generating reports and presenting findings to management team.

  • Conducting training on products and techniques through educational presentations.

Job Requirements

Qualification

  • BA degree in plant science, Agriculture, horticulture, agronomy, and other related field of study.

  •  Minimum of eight years’ related work experience, and preferable experience with a FMCG.

Skills required 

  • Must be able to multi-task and is detail-oriented.

  • Excellent organizational and planning skills.

  • Exceptional communication skills, judgment and decision-making ability.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both English and Amharic

  • Ability to read, interpret and summarize documents.

  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

  • Must be able to work proactively and anticipate future needs or obstacles before they arise.

  • Demonstrate initiative in the work environment.

  • Flexible and team player.


How to Apply

Applicants who fulfill the above-mentioned criteria could submit a detailed curriculum vitae along with supporting documents/credentials accompanied by a cover letter addressing hr@kerchanshe.com or by our website www.kerchanshe.com.  please try to mention with the subject line Agronomist and send your documents within seven working days from July 25, 2022, to Aug 3, 2022 

"Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted".

Fields Of Study

Agronomy and Crop Science

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