HORTICULTURE TECHNICIAN – Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology 171 views

Vacancy

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following
positions that have arisen in the University:

The Horticulture Technician will report to the Horticulture Manager, and will be stationed
at the Agro Industrial Park.

Duties and Responsibilities

▪ Provide technical support and services to academic staff and researchers in the field
of Crop Science and Horticulture.
▪ Assist in conducting Crop Science and Horticulture laboratory practicals.
▪ Assist in the preparation of departmental project budgets.
▪ Planning and management of horticulture research operations.
▪ Participating in departmental income generating projects at the Agro-Industrial
Park.
▪ Horticulture research trial data collection, collation, and entry.
▪ Check stocks of consumables and advise on re-order levels.
▪ Demonstrate the use of equipment to students and staff.
▪ Participate in the development of quality standards and programmes for the Crop
Science and Horticulture Laboratories.
▪ Servicing and maintaining tools and equipment.
▪ Maintaining an inventory of the Unit’s machinery and equipment.
▪ Supervision of junior staff.
▪ Undertaking any other related duties as assigned by the Horticulture Manager.

Qualifications and Experience
▪ A Diploma in Agriculture/Crop Science/Horticulture or equivalent.
▪ Possession of a relevant Higher National Diploma/ Degree is an added advantage
▪ At least 2 years hands-on experience at a commercial entity.

The successful candidate should have knowledge in:
▪ Horticulture crop production and management.
▪ Good agronomic practices.
▪ Agricultural chemicals.
▪ Horticulture planning and implementation.
▪ Current and trending varieties and production methods.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Information on salary and other benefits will be made available to shortlisted candidates.