Green Zone Agencies (GZA) Ltd is an agribusiness company founded in 2004 as a private- sector company to provide agribusiness services to small, medium and large scale farmers in Kenya and incorporated under the Companies Act (Cap.486) in June 2011. 

Reporting To: Field Operations Manager.

• In liaison with the other GZA agronomist, establish a coordinated series of demonstration units for value chain vegetables that provide a systematic “water technology ladder” for target farmers ranging from commercial entrepreneurs to medium-scale investors.
• Introduce new technologies to farmers in the above-mentioned demonstration sites, which will also serve as vehicle to share and reinforce Good Agricultural Practices (GAP).
• Provide sustained structured training and technical assistance (extension services) to small holder farmers participating in the demonstration units.
• Plan for and participate in GZA Field Days to share, showcase and promote successful technologies such as new varieties or production techniques to the wider farming community.
• Plan for and facilitate technical training workshops to share good practices in soil and water management technologies and key crops.
• In liaison with GZA’s Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, participate in conducting baseline surveys, regular monitoring and mid-term and end-term evaluations to document successes, challenges and learning points in GZA’s businesses.
• Write regular monthly, yearly and annual reports and submit to the Managing Director.
• Undertake other core businesses of GZA, which include but are not limited to: installation of irrigation systems, green houses, fertigation systems, and electronic water management systems; conducting sales of farm inputs and equipment and provision of after sales service.
• Represent GZA in various local and international meetings and technical workshops in the field of agronomy.
• Perform any other relevant duties assigned by the Managing Director.

• Must have a minimum of Diploma in Agriculture/horticulture/Farm Management, preferably in Field Crop Agronomy.
• Having good knowledge and practical background in soil and water management technologies will be an added advantage.
• Must have good communication, writing and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge in management of greenhouses, shade nets, furrow irrigation and water management technologies will be a plus.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years working experience related to the above job description.
• Computer literacy is a must.
• Those in possession of valid driving licence incorporating motorcycle category will have an upper hand. Copies of this document will be required for shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates with background working in management of sweet potatoes, passion fruits and vegetables value chain will have an added advantage.

• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to use excellent time management skills
• Ability to  work extended hours
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to provide training on good agricultural practices to farmers.