Agronomy Technician /Field/

Under close supervision, carries out promotional and awareness raising campaigns with farmers; registers farmers who want to be engaged in tobacco production; advice and supports Agronomy Associates /F.C./ in their day-to-day activities to establish cordial and good working relationship with farmers; ensures that farmers get all the necessary technical and material support in sustainable manner

Main responsibilities:

• Oversee seed bed preparation, ensure ideal tobacco seedlings, register farmers with suitable land, distribute seedlings and materials, and provide timely technical support.
• Establish a respectful extension system to help farmers accept and apply agronomic advice.
• Ensure proper land preparation, cultural practices, and pest control to enhance leaf production quality and quantity. Implement minimum agronomic standards.
• Ensure clear grading of tobacco leaves, correct grading and weighing during buying, and timely submission of buying sheets.
• Monitor Agronomy Associates and workers, ensuring they follow instructions and programs.

• BSC Degree or College Diploma in plant Science, Horticulture, Crop production or Agricultural extension.
• 2 years of working experience for BSc holders or 4 years of experience for college diploma holders in Agriculture or Agricultural Extension.
• Location: All four vacancies are in Southern Ethiopia, with three positions available in Bilate and one position in Wolaita.

How To Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their application letter and Curriculum vitae only through email address Careersethiopia@jti.com and the application should be before the application deadline.

Application email subject shall state the position title. Failure to comply with the guideline may lead to immediate rejection.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.