HORTICULTURE TECHNICIAN – Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology 774 views

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 Sciences 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.
 Checks stocks of consumables and advises on re-order levels.
 Demonstrates the use of equipment to students and staff.
 Participates in the development of quality standards and programs for the Crop
Science and Horticulture Laboratories.
 Servicing and maintaining tools and equipment.
 Maintaining an inventory of the Unit’s machinery and equipment.
 Supervised 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 of hands-on experience at a commercial entity.

The successful candidate should have:

 Knowledge in Horticulture crop production and management;
 Knowledge of good agronomic practices;
 Knowledge of agricultural chemicals;
 Knowledge in horticulture planning and implementation,
 Knowledge of current and trending varieties and production methods.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

Leave, contributory medical aid and pension are offered. Information on salary and other
benefits will be made available to shortlisted candidates.