Junior Horticultural Supervisor – Kibwezi, Kenya

Our client, a well-established plantation with operations in Kenya and Tanzania is seeking to recruit a

Junior Horticultural Supervisor

to support the planning, coordination, and supervision of field operations.

The successful candidate will support field operations related to baby corn, cucurbit seed production (watermelon, squash, pepper, and tomato), and seed maize while supervising field workers, allocating daily tasks, and promoting safe work practices.

Key Responsibilities

Support land preparation, planting, transplanting, irrigation, and fertilizer application while supervising daily field activities to ensure proper crop establishment and spacing.

Monitor crop growth stages and assist in implementing nutrient management, fertigation programs, and integrated pest and disease management practices.

Oversee weed control activities and participate in rouging operations to maintain varietal purity in seed production fields.

Assist in supervising hybrid seed production activities including emasculation, hand pollination, monitoring pollination schedules, and maintaining proper labeling and records.

Monitor baby corn harvesting to ensure crops are picked at the correct maturity stage while maintaining quality standards for ear size and freshness.

Maintain accurate field records, production logs, and input usage reports while supporting internal inspections and seed certification processes.

Supervise field workers and seasonal labor by allocating daily tasks, monitoring performance, promoting safe work practices, and ensuring adherence to company SOPs and quality standards.

Key Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agronomy, or related field.

Basic knowledge of baby corn, seed maize and cucurbit crop production.

Understanding of seed production principles (genetic purity, isolation, rouging).

2–5 years of field experience in crop production or seed production.

Exposure to hybrid seed production or vegetable crop management is an advantage.

You MUST have a valid driving license with a motorbike endorsement and be proficient in riding.

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