Agronomist Officer

Advisory Role: Provide technical guidance to farmers on crop selection, soil management, pest control, and sustainable farming practices.

Research and Development: Conduct research on crop varieties, soil health, and agricultural technologies to improve yield and sustainability.

Field Trials: Design and oversee field trials to evaluate the performance of new crop varieties and agricultural practices.

Data Analysis: Collect and analyze agricultural data to inform decision-making and policy recommendations.

Training and Workshops: Organize and conduct training sessions for farmers and agricultural workers on best practices and innovations in agriculture.

Sapling and Kitchen Garden Support: Provide technical guidance and practical training to female beneficiaries receiving sapling and vegetable seed assistance. Topics include sapling selection, planting, spacing, watering, care, and protection, as well as kitchen garden planning, soil preparation, seed sowing, irrigation, crop management, pest and disease control, and harvesting.

Collaboration: Work with agricultural extension services, government agencies, and research institutions to implement agricultural programs and projects.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Assess the impact of agricultural practices and programs, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Horticulture, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.

Experience

Relevant experience in agronomy or agriculture-related roles, including fieldwork and research.

skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and agricultural software.

Please send your applications to: Jobs.afghanistan@cordaid.orgwritetitle of the positionTitle and vacancy numberin the subject line of your emails. application received after the deadline will not be considered.

Only applicants who are shortlisted for the written assessment or a Competency-Based interview (CBI) will be contacted via the email that they have provided on their application. Applicants are, therefore, required to monitor their emails for invitations to the written assessment or CBI.

Please combine your CV and Cover letter in one document, rename it using your full name before submitting your application and avoid sharing extra documents such as experience and ecuation documents.

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An integrity screening will be part of the application procedure.

An assessment phase can be part of the selection procedure. The assessment phase usually consists of a technical assessment followed by a competency-based written test and two interviews. However, there may be exceptions for a second interview, depending on the specific functions of a position.

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