agriculture in oil palm sector

About the Role

This is a full-time, on-site role based in West Godavari, focused on agriculture in the oil palm sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and monitoring oil palm plantations.
• Crop planning and field operations.
• Implementation of best agronomic practices.
• Collecting and analyzing field data.
• Supporting trials and demonstrations.
• Assisting in the adoption of improved varieties and cultivation methods.
• Interacting with farmers and stakeholders, providing technical guidance, training, and support.
• Improving production and resource use efficiency.
• Coordinating with research teams.
• Participating in extension activities.
• Preparing reports, documentation, and technical inputs.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Agriculture and Agricultural Production, with knowledge of plantation crops or oil palm cultivation.
• Effective Communication skills for interacting with farmers, teams, and stakeholders.
• Analytical Skills to collect, interpret, and report agronomic and field data.
• Sales or outreach abilities to support adoption of recommended practices, technologies, and inputs.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Plantation Management, or related discipline.
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions.
• Ability to travel within the region.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Basic computer skills for documentation, data entry, and use of digital tools.

Experience in field-based agricultural work, preferably in perennial or plantation crops, is an advantage.