Your new companyOur client is an important Italian Group, listed on the Stock Exchange, active in the agro-industrial and agricultural sectors. As a result of a joint venture with one of the major leaders worldwide in the production and marketing of energy also from renewable sources, a new company has been established to provide technical assistance and operational support in some parts of Kenya - Congo Brazzaville - Angola - Mozambique. The new company works on projects mainly focused on oilseed crops for the production of vegetable oil for bio-refining processes.Your new jobThe professionals we are looking for will be responsible for: Assessment, identification and selection of the best farming systems and cycles for the production of vegetal oil (bio-feedstock), for their enhancement in biorefinery also by considering agronomical input, agricultural production's management and logisticsOptimization of agronomical output for rotations crops and eventual sustainable sustainable crops used in different farming systems in key areasSupport to agro-industrial activities evolved in operational backgrounds of African countries, by offering technical skills and helping the improving of production's KPI such as agronomic outputs and supply chain managementDrafting of reports on the status of agricultural production and activitiesSupport to design, implementation and management of seed multiplication fields (first field), field monitoring, analysis on agronomical dataSupport to design, implementation and management of lead activities of experimental fields field monitoring, analysis on agronomical dataSupport to design, implementation and management of local model farm for the promotion of agricultural development models, food and environmental sustainability, and reduction of carbon footprint in AfricaCommitment, dedication and willingness to work extensively outside Europe are key assets required for this role, besides working closely with the project team.What you nerd to successCandidate should have degree in Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Engineering or Natural Sciences. or the relevant qualifications or any other relevant field.Prior experience on Sustainability certification and/or Quality management systems and/or ISO Standards (i.e. Ecocert, GlobalGAP, Fairtrade…)Minimum experience of 3 years in a similar role or field.Experience in agricultural and agroforestry development projects, analysis of existing supply chains and production potential of agricultural biomass also for industrial use.Ability to design and manage large-scale agricultural and agroforestry interventions.Knowledge of agricultural and agro-forestry production systems, with reference to contract farming mechanisms and/or agro-industrial initiativesKnowledge of certification processes regarding production traceability, sustainability, calculation of GHG emissionsAdequate training in GIS & Remote Sensing obtained through appropriate training in the fields of environment, forestry, topography, agriculture, geology, computer science.Proficiency in the use of GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS or related software.Full availability for international mobility in terms of transfers from Europe to Kenya with annual assignments Full availability to work in remote position in Kenya.Must be fluent in English, knowledge of Italian is a plus.WorkplaceAgronomists' activity covers the main areas of agricultural production in Kenya where partners programs on bio-feedstock oil crop production are active.Contract TypePermanent expat contract or 1-year fixed-term contract, which can be renewable for long term.What you nerd to knowIf you are interested in this opportunity, click on "Apply Now" to submit an updated copy of your CV. If this opportunity does not meet your expectations, but you are looking for a new job, please visit our website to find out more.#LI-DNI#942310 - Luca Campanari#J-18808-Ljbffr
