SCHEDULE: Full Time
LOCATION: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
DEADLINE: Jun 30, 2022
Description
GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU
Corteva Agriscience™, the world’s first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what’s right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future. #GrowWhatMatters
Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Production Agronomist based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.
Your Challenge:
- Based on Corteva’s Maize Hybrid seed demand and sales forecast, plan area and quantity of raw seed to be produced in the year.
- Plan and execute detailed activities accordingly. These activities include:
- Determining the quantity of parent seed required and Involve in the importation process.
- Select seed growers based on growers matrix.
- Involve/supervise in every aspect of seed production at field (this involve:- block selection at each farm; planting, fertilization, cultivation, crop protection, roguing of off-types, De-tasseling, Male removal, yield estimations, harvesting/shelling and delivery of raw seeds);
- Organize and follow up the visit of seed production fields by the governmental seed quality inspection Authorities and follow up the certification process.
- Implementation of grower/field evaluation process across all site;
- Carry out production Improvement trails/tests at field
- Identify what type(s) field trails needed and identify and follow-up some necessary tests such as soil and leaf analysis.
- Plan the trials/tests.
- Execute
- Analyze, make recommendations and practice
- Implement Corteva Safety, Health and Security (EH & S) values
- Complete all required trainings according to the time plan
- Report incidences related to EH & S.
- Audit Contractor Core Values (CCVs)
- Considering all the major activities outlined above, set a yearly goal, evaluate as necessary and comment.
Work Location: Temporarily workplace will be in AF-Addis Ababa/Menegesha site. But he/she is going to spend more than 70% of his/her time at seed production sites in all locations in Ethiopia.
Qualifications
To Grow What Matters, You Will Need
- Bachelor’s degree in agriculture sciences or related field
- Having at least 5 years of experience in agricultural field management
- Experience in seed production
- Experience with field trainings
- PC skills
- English language is a must
Who Are We Looking For?
- Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team
- Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food
- Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment
- Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader
Growing What Matters Starts With You… What We Can Offer To Help You Grow?
- Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing agricultural challenges of our time
- Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences
- Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience
- Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered
- Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
- Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
- Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary
- Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility
Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated.