The Junior Production Assistant plays a key role in the daily operations of agricultural production, focusing on crop cultivation. This position involves a blend of administrative tasks, scientific principles and technical works within a team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in monitoring of production targets in line with production budget.
• Ensure proper machine use planning based on production plane.
• Ensure optimization of mechanization equipment in field with proper recording of machine hours.
• Ensure efficient irrigation water application in crops to optimize yield and product quality based on the water balance calculation.
• Ensure proper use of all products used for crop production.
• Undertake field operations such as planting, equipment calibration, fertilisation, irrigation and weed management.
• Ensure proper stock control of all supplies and ensure that chemical products are well stored and delivered as per sales order issued.
• Assist in the planning activities for field workers, drivers and supervisors mentoring and monitoring them.
• Maintain and monitor the performance of crop yields.
• Assist in the making of contingency plans according to weather condition, in order to maintain production as planned.
• Assist in plant propagation activities through proper irrigation and mechanization equipment.
• Assist in the implementation of sustainable agriculture technics.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of the business productivity.
• Ensure that agricultural activities comply with quality standards.
• Ensure that production is compliant with various legal guidelines.
• Assist in the detection of pests & crop disease, recommend corrrective measures.
• Apply health and safety standards across the activities.
• Protect the environment and maintain biodiversity.
• Ensure analytical and statistical tasks based on data capture from field operations i.e T&M, irrigation hours, GPS tracking…
• Deliver reports of production time and cost as and when required.
• Keep accurate crop production records as well as planting schedules.
• Ensure proper filing following established procedures.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Basic knowledge of agricultural practices and field operations.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor degree in Agriculture or any other equivalent technical Qualification is highly preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of pests and diseases and its corrective measures.
• Familiar with good and modern agriculture practices.
• Good Knowledge in H&S, first aid and fire awareness.
• Production and technical knowledge on field and sheltered farming.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Organizational and planning ability with an administrative flair.
• Able to work in team and encourage knowledge sharing.
• Ability to adapt to changing environment/situations.
• Computer literacy.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• High energy levels.
• Problem solving and entrepreneurial skills.
• Dynamic and have a can-do attitude.
• Ability to work well under pressure.