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The 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 logistics
Optimization of agronomical output for rotations crops and eventual sustainable sustainable crops used in different farming systems in key areas
Support 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 management
Drafting of reports on the status of agricultural production and activities
Support to design, implementation and management of seed multiplication fields (first field), field monitoring, analysis on agronomical data
Support to design, implementation and management of lead activities of experimental fields field monitoring, analysis on agronomical data
Support 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 Africa
Commitment, dedication and willingness to work extensively outside Europe are key assets required for this role, besides working closely with the project team.
What you need to success
Candidate 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 initiatives
Knowledge of certification processes regarding production traceability, sustainability, calculation of GHG emissions
Adequate 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.
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