Job Description

About the Role

•  Identify, and recruit, smallholder farmers, to join the out-grower scheme.
•  Register farmers identified in their communities in their respective groups.
• Oversee and take charge of the use of the company’s machinery such as tractors, corn & soya bean shellers, etc
• Ensure registered farms have been properly ploughed
• Manage the distribution of inputs, such as seeds and fertilizers, to farmers.
• Provide technical assistance to farmers on crop production, harvest, and post-harvest management.
• Monitor all registered farms from planting to harvest and communicate regularly, clearly, and consistently with written reports on the performance of the business and ensure comprehensive reporting from each farm. 
• Liaise with the company’s operations and business development team to determine the modality on what quantity of farm produce is required as payment of the advance on input credit.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with farmers, including regular communication and site visits.
• Monitor crop production and provide feedback to farmers on their performance.
• Ensure full recovery of credit by way produce as agreed by both parties.
• Supervise in-kind services provided by the company to farmers. Eg use of our sheller machine
• Work closely with the company's procurement team to ensure that crops are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
• Collect and analyze data on crop production and farmer performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase the productivity and profitability of the out-grower scheme.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to agricultural production and marketing

Required Skills or Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Business Administration, or a related field.
•  At least 2-5 years of experience in managing agricultural supply chains, preferably in an out-grower scheme. 
• Experience in working with smallholder farmers and providing technical assistance on crop production.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with farmers, government officials, and other stakeholders. 
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to inform decision-making. 
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations related to agricultural production and marketing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.