Agronomist At iShamba – APPLY NOW

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience2 – 3 years
• LocationNairobi
• Job FieldAgriculture / Agro-Allied 

• We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Agronomist to join our team at iShamba. As an Agronomist specialising in mobile farming advisory services, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality agricultural information to farmers through various digital channels such as SMS, calls, WhatsApp, email, and social media platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to farmer inquiries and questions promptly and effectively through SMS, calls, and WhatsApp, providing expert advice and solutions to farming-related queries.
• Customise content to meet the specific needs and requirements of our partners, ensuring that information delivered is relevant and actionable.
• Conduct surveys and research to gather valuable insights into farmer needs, challenges, and preferences, leveraging data to improve service delivery.
• Craft informative articles, write-ups, and reference materials to support the call centre team in assisting farmers effectively.
• Distribute informative content via email or WhatsApp to farmers, ensuring widespread dissemination of valuable agricultural knowledge.
• Periodically send out bulk SMS to farmers for mass communication, keeping them informed about important updates, events, and agricultural practices.
• Provide technical support to a reality farming TV show, offering expertise and guidance to ensure accurate portrayal and promotion of best farming practices.
• Offer technical advice and insights for a farming podcast, contributing to the creation of engaging and informative content for farmer education and empowerment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in fieldwork and mobile farming advisory services, with a strong understanding of agricultural practices and technologies.
• Proven track record of delivering agricultural advisory services through digital platforms such as SMS, calls, WhatsApp, and social media.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex agricultural concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to gather, analyse, and interpret data to drive informed decision-making.
• Passion for agriculture and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of smallholder farmers.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a high degree of flexibility and adaptability.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to iShamba on www.linkedin.com to apply.