32 Remote Agronomist Crop Science jobs in Nairobi

• Provide expert advice on crop selection, planting, fertilization, irrigation, and pest/disease management.
• Analyze soil samples and environmental data to develop tailored agricultural plans.
• Develop and recommend sustainable farming practices to improve soil health and reduce environmental footprint.
• Utilize remote sensing data, drone imagery, and other technologies for crop monitoring and analysis.
• Advise on the implementation of precision agriculture techniques.
• Conduct virtual training sessions and provide technical support to farmers and agricultural stakeholders.
• Research and stay updated on the latest advancements in crop science, plant breeding, and agricultural technologies.
• Develop and manage crop models to predict yield and optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with R&D teams on new product development and field trials.
• Prepare technical reports, case studies, and recommendations for clients and internal teams.
• Monitor market trends and commodity prices to inform strategic agricultural planning.
• Ensure compliance with relevant agricultural regulations and best practices.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Plant Biology, or a related agricultural discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in agronomy, crop consulting, or agricultural research.
• In-depth knowledge of various crop types, their physiology, and cultivation requirements.
• Experience with agricultural data analysis, statistical modeling, and interpretation of field trial results.
• Familiarity with precision agriculture tools, GIS, remote sensing, and farm management software.
• Strong understanding of soil science, nutrient management, and integrated pest management (IPM).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex scientific concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in using virtual collaboration tools, video conferencing, and cloud-based platforms.
• Experience in developing and delivering online training materials is highly desirable.
• A dedicated home office space with a reliable high-speed internet connection is mandatory.
• Passion for sustainable agriculture and contributing to global food security.

• Provide remote expert advice on crop cultivation, soil management, and fertilization strategies.
• Analyze farm data, including soil tests, weather patterns, and yield results.
• Develop customized crop management plans and recommendations.
• Advise on pest and disease control methods, emphasizing integrated pest management (IPM).
• Evaluate and recommend suitable crop varieties and agricultural inputs.
• Utilize remote sensing data (satellite, drone imagery) for crop monitoring.
• Assist clients in adopting precision agriculture and sustainable farming techniques.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for clients.
• Stay current with agricultural research, technology, and regulatory changes.
• Contribute to the development of agricultural best practices and knowledge sharing.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a related agricultural field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in agronomy or crop consulting.
• Proven experience with data analysis and interpretation in an agricultural context.
• Familiarity with precision agriculture technologies and tools (GIS, GPS, remote sensing).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote client interaction.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in relevant agricultural software and data management platforms.
• Knowledge of sustainable and organic farming practices is a plus.
• Must be comfortable working in a fully remote capacity with a reliable internet connection.

• Conduct field assessments of crops, soil conditions, and farm operations.
• Provide expert advice on crop selection, planting, fertilization, and irrigation strategies.
• Develop and implement integrated pest and disease management plans.
• Monitor crop health and growth throughout the season, identifying potential issues and recommending solutions.
• Analyze soil samples and recommend appropriate soil amendment and management practices.
• Educate farmers on sustainable and efficient agricultural techniques.
• Stay updated on the latest research and developments in agronomy and crop science.
• Assist in the development and testing of new agricultural products and technologies.
• Prepare detailed reports on farm performance, soil health, and crop yields.
• Collaborate with researchers, extension agents, and other agricultural professionals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant agricultural regulations and environmental standards.
• Troubleshoot crop-related problems and provide timely recommendations.
• Contribute to the company's knowledge base on best agronomic practices.
• Organize and conduct farmer training sessions and workshops.
• Manage relationships with local farming communities and stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture, Soil Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in agronomy or crop management.
• Strong knowledge of plant physiology, soil science, entomology, and plant pathology.
• Experience with various crop types common in the region.
• Familiarity with modern farming equipment and techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using relevant agricultural software and tools.
• Knowledge of sustainable and organic farming practices is advantageous.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel frequently within the region.
• Commitment to agricultural best practices and farmer education.

This job is based in Rome, Italy.

Organizational Setting

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.

The Corporate Services Department (CSD) provides IFAD with the human resources, administrative services, safety and security, information technology resources, and medical support services required to allow IFAD to meet its objectives of enabling rural people overcome poverty. CSD is led by an Associate Vice-President and is comprised of three (3) divisions: People and Culture Division (PCD), Information and Communications Technology Division (ICT), Management Services Division (MSD) and one unit: the Health & Wellness Unit (HWU).

The Information and Communications Technology Division (ICT) drives transformative change by delivering secure, client-focused, reliable and innovative technology solutions that significantly enhance IFAD's ability to achieve its mission, adapt to new challenges, and operate more efficiently in support of the Fund's mandate. ICT plays a strategic role in driving IFAD's success through the provision of agile ICT services, forward-thinking innovations, and investments in emerging technologies, supporting seamless business operations in a resilient manner. Our commitment to excellence equips the Fund with advanced digital solutions, enabling it to meet current demands while anticipating and leading future advancements in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

ICT is led by a divisional director and Chief Information Officer and is comprised of three (3) units: the Plan, Services and Architecture Unit (ICT-PSA), the Build Solutions and Analytics Services Unit (ICT-BSA), the Run and Platforms Services Unit (ICT-RPS) and two (2) Teams: the Operational Cybersecurity Team (ICT-CSEC) and the Applications Services and Cloud Configuration Team (ICT-ASC).

Job Role

The Information Communications Technology Analyst is typically an entry level position designed to build expertise in a broad range of ICT occupations. The incumbent works under the overall strategic, policy and management guidance of the Director of the Information Communications Technology Division (ICT) and the direct supervision of an ICT manager or specialist. The Analyst performs routine and non-routine work with established precedents independently; complex, precedent setting recommendations are developed in consultation with the supervisor or other subject matter expert.

The ICT Analyst (Data & People Analytics) is responsible for the secure collection, processing and analysis of data, including corporate and people data. The Analyst will manage the evolving data sets and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to ensure that access control measures are in place and maintained and that the data is effectively modelled to support the required analytics. The Analyst will provide data insights, workforce analytics, and business intelligence tools to support evidence-based decision making across data-centric and people-related processes (in particular workforce planning, recruitment, reassignment and staffing demographics). The incumbent will also be responsible for providing accurate reporting and analysis on data-centric information for clients, including HR data, triangulating structured and unstructured data from different sources. The incumbent (a) contributes to a data-driven culture at IFAD by designing and developing data-centric solutions such as data pipelines, processing, cleaning, editing, visualization, analysis, and insights (b) proposes data metrics and reporting methodologies for IFAD management to use as a tool for strategic planning, including predictive workforce planning, and identifying and verifying new reports and queries as required by Management, Member States and UN/IFI entities; (c) provides comprehensive formal statistical data for CEB and IFI annual headcount and other reporting, IFAD Enterprise Risk Management indicators, RIDE, UNJSPF year-end schedules, and country briefs; (d) analyses results from surveys and generates data to support and inform different streams of client initiatives, in particular HR integrated initiatives.

Job Profile Requirements

Organizational Competencies:

Level 1:

• Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationships
• Communicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and others
• Demonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to change
• Focusing on clients - Focuses on clients
• Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge & innovates
• Managing performance and developing staff -
• Managing time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectively
• Problem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Strategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influence
• Team working - Contributes effectively to the team

Education:

• Level - Advanced* university degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, or a technically relevant field.
• Areas - Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Math, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Statistics, Data Science, or other job-related field.

Degree must be an accredited institution listed on

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of progressively relevant experience in data and analytics is required.
• Experience in ICT or related fields with a primary focus on data and analytics.
• Desirable experience: data/analytics management, project management/administration of IT data systems; use of business intelligence tools; advanced use of Microsoft Excel; knowledge of people data, time-dependent data, and workforce analytics; knowledge of PeopleSoft, R, SQL, Python, on Cloud platforms such as AWS, Google or Azure and data frameworks.
• Experience in designing and developing well-organized and well-structured solutions for Business Intelligence (BI), including using specific BI tools as needed to create reports and dashboards.
• Experience in creating clear data visualization products, dashboards, infographics, interactive maps, and storyboards.
• Experience in working with Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes and data pipelines.
• Experience in working with relational databases, including writing efficient queries, indexes, and stored procedures.
• Experience in data modelling and transformation with standard techniques and following industry best practices.
• Experience in systems integration through APIs and automation of routine tasks with scripts.
• Experience in applying rigorous data quality checks at critical steps of data processing pipelines.

Languages:

• Required: English (4 - Excellent)
• Desirable: French, Arabic and/or Spanish.

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Deadline for applications: 27th October CET Rome)

Ref: VA 30888

• Conduct thorough assessments of agribusinesses, identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans for agricultural enterprises to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Provide expert advice on market analysis, product development, and value chain optimization.
• Assist clients in accessing finance, including preparing loan proposals and financial projections.
• Facilitate training workshops and provide mentorship to farmers and agribusiness managers on best practices in business management, financial literacy, and marketing.
• Identify and foster linkages between producers, processors, distributors, and consumers.
• Advise on best practices in crop production, livestock management, and post-harvest handling to improve quality and reduce losses.
• Stay informed about agricultural policies, market trends, and technological innovations relevant to agribusiness.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommendations for clients and project stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively with remote team members and local partners to achieve project objectives.

• Master's degree in Agribusiness Management, Agriculture, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in agribusiness development, agricultural consulting, or a related field, with a proven track record of successful project implementation.
• In-depth knowledge of agricultural value chains, market dynamics, and enterprise development.
• Strong understanding of financial management, access to finance, and business planning principles in the agricultural sector.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders remotely.
• Proficiency in data analysis and report writing.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and deliver high-quality results in a remote setting.
• A passion for sustainable agriculture and rural development.
• This is a fully remote consulting position, managed by a professional based in Mombasa, Mombasa, KE , who is committed to empowering agricultural communities.