A tertiary qualification in Agriculture would be preferred
CropLife (AVCASA) and/or BASOS certifications are required
Minimum 2-7 years' hands-on experience working with farmers, managing/conducting trials and providing sales support
A strong network of farmers, dealers and distributors is advantageous
Ability to work independently and follow through on goals without close supervision
Must have experience in providing technical training
Updated with new agricultural techniques, trends and practices
Good communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Managing sales and providing technical support to agrochemical distributors/agents who sell products to farmers.
Managing sales budgets for the region.
Encouraging agents to distribute products and farmers to buy them.
Making recommendations to farmers to help achieve efficient crop production.
Giving presentations on farmers' days.
Overseeing field trials.
Gathering, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting results and providing progress reports on trials.
Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.