AITEC Agronomist at CultivAid
About Us:
CultivAid is an Israel-based NGO advancing sustainable agriculture in East Africa and the Middle East. Guided by the Agricultural Helix framework, we integrate research, farmer productivity, and value chain development to build sustainable, market-driven agricultural ecosystems.
At the core of our work are Agricultural Innovation and Technology Centers (AITEC)—hubs for technology demonstration, agricultural research, and hands-on training. By bridging Israel’s agricultural expertise with local contexts, CultivAid empowers professionals and farmers, strengthens supply chains, and drives private sector growth.
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Our cluster-based approach supports small- and medium-scale farmers, fosters collaboration with regional governments, and scales Israeli innovation to deliver impact.
Position Overview:
CultivAid is seeking a dedicated and skilled AITEC Agronomist to oversee and enhance agronomic practices at the AITEC Farm in Dodoma, Tanzania. This role is responsible for ensuring high agronomic standards, optimizing crop cycles, and managing data-driven decision-making to improve farm productivity. The AITEC Agronomist will play a key role in training and mentoring farm workers, interns, and students while supporting satellite sites and demonstration plots. Reporting to the Country Director, this position requires close collaboration with the farm team to drive innovation and sustainability in agricultural practices.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in agricultural field.
- Min. 3 years of experience in vegetable cultivation
- Min 3 years of experience working with pressurized irrigation systems .
- Strong training and communication skills.
- Proficiency in English.
- Tanzania Citizen.
Key Competencies:
- Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to generate reports, create basic training materials, and summarize seasonal results.
- Organizational skills and attention to details.
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Technical and technological capabilities.
- Commitment to CultivAid’s mission and values.
Responsibilities:
- Agronomic Activities
- Oversee and ensure high agronomic standards at the AITEC farm and satellite sites.
- Develop and implement plot profiles, Gannt, manage crop cycles and all aspects of growth.
- Make key agronomic decisions to optimize farm productivity and quality.
- Data Collection & Reporting:
- Collect and analyze data throughout the growing season, filling out a cost benefit tracking.
- Prepare monthly reports and seasonal summaries on crop performance, trials, and agronomic practices.
- Support the development of crop growing protocols
- Training & Support:
- Guide and mentor farm workers on agronomic tasks and best practices.
- Support demo plots and satellite sites, ensuring consistent application of agronomic standards.
- Coordinate and deliver training for interns, farmers, and students as needed.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with the farm manager and other team members to implement work plans and improve farm operations.
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