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<p>We are looking for a single, highly competent agronomist to manage the crop science across both the avocado and macadamia orchards.</p>
Min Qualification:
Bachelors
Experience Level:
Mid level
Experience Length:
5 years
Job descriptions & requirements
REPORTS TO: Farm Operations Lead & CEO
LOCATION: On-site, Mityana District, Uganda
CONTRACT: Full-Time, Permanent
SALARY RANGE: USD $900 – $1,200 per month
EXPERIENCE: 5+ years in commercial horticulture
START DATE: As soon as possible
ABOUT PEARL OF AFRICA OIL & NUT CO. LTD
Pearl of Africa Oil & Nut Co. Ltd is a 1,005-acre freehold commercial farm in Mityana District, Uganda. Primary revenue crops are Hass avocado (10,000 trees, 220 acres) and macadamia (12,000 trees, 360 acres), supported by full irrigation infrastructure, solar power, and a packhouse facility targeting GlobalGAP and MAAIF export certification.
The farm operates with a digital management system that tracks daily field activities, input usage, stock, and compliance across all blocks. The agronomist is a core user of this system — their programmes, applications, and field observations feed directly into how the farm plans and spends.
ROLE PURPOSE
We are looking for a single, highly competent agronomist to manage the crop science across both the avocado and macadamia orchards. This is a hands-on role — the person will be in the field daily, working alongside a dedicated field supervisor and coordinating closely with the Farm Operations Lead and CEO.
The right candidate understands that agronomy on a commercial export farm is not just about applying the correct inputs — it is about connecting every programme and every expenditure to a measurable outcome. Healthy trees, consistent fruit quality, and export-ready produce are the standard.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Orchard Management — Avocado & Macadamia
• Design and implement seasonal crop programmes for both orchards — nutrition, pest and disease control, pruning, and orchard hygiene
• Conduct regular block-by-block scouting to assess tree health, pest pressure, disease incidence, and crop development stage
• Monitor flowering, fruit set, and fruit retention across all blocks — reporting findings systematically rather than by exception
• Coordinate with the irrigation system to align fertigation schedules with crop nutritional requirements at each growth stage
• Ensure all chemical and fertiliser applications are recorded accurately in the farm management system — product, rate, block, date, and purpose
2. Programme Monitoring & Outcome Reporting
Every input programme — whether a fungicide application, a fertiliser cycle, or a micronutrient foliar — must be followed by an assessment of its effect. Did disease pressure drop? Did flowering improve? Did fruit retention hold? This is the accountability loop that connects expenditure to results.
• After each programme cycle, report observable outcomes against the intended purpose — not just that it was done, but what changed
• Track key indicators per block: pest and disease levels pre and post treatment, flowering-to-fruit conversion, fruit size and condition at key development stages
• Flag early when a programme is not delivering expected results — and come with an adjusted recommendation, not just the problem
• Contribute to monthly planning by providing the CEO and Operations Lead with a clear picture of orchard status and what each block needs in the coming weeks
3. Export Compliance & Certification
• Maintain all agronomic records required for GlobalGAP and MAAIF certification — spray records, input registers, scouting logs, and pre-harvest intervals
• Ensure chemical use is compliant with export market MRL requirements — EU, UAE, and regional East Africa standards
• Support packhouse readiness by communicating harvest timing, expected quality, and any compliance concerns well in advance
• Coordinate with the certification process and be able to present field records confidently during audits.
4. Input Planning & Cost Awareness
• Submit input requirements — chemicals, fertilisers, tools — in advance with quantities, purpose, and expected application timing
• Understand the cost of each programme relative to the crop stage and expected return — prioritise expenditure that drives yield and quality
• Work within approved budgets and escalate any unplanned requirements to the Operations Lead or CEO before procuring
• Maintain accurate stock usage records so inventory levels and programme costs can be reconciled against field activity
5. Supervisor & Field Team Coordination
• Work with a dedicated field supervisor to deploy and direct casual labour for agronomic activities
• Ensure the field team understands application methods, safety protocols, and the standard required for
each task
• Coordinate daily priorities with the Farm Operations Lead to ensure agronomic activities align with the
broader field plan
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
Experience & Qualifications
• 5+ years of hands-on agronomic experience on a commercial export farm
• Direct experience with Hass avocado and/or macadamia is strongly preferred — candidates with both will
be prioritised
• Proven experience with GlobalGAP certification requirements and export-standard compliance
record-keeping
• Packhouse and post-harvest quality awareness — understanding of how field decisions affect export
grading outcomes
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Crop Science preferred; equivalent field experience
considered
Skills & Competencies
• Strong scouting and diagnostic skills — able to identify pest and disease issues early and respond with
the correct programme
• Comfortable with digital reporting tools — this farm runs on a system and the agronomist must be a
reliable contributor to it
• Able to write clear, structured field reports that non-agronomists can act on
• Commercially aware — understands that input spend must be justified by measurable outcomes
• Organised and self-directed — manages their own schedule across two orchards without needing to be
chased
Mityana District, Uganda
www.pearlofafricafarmug.com
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Personal Qualities
• Accountable — takes ownership of their programmes and their results
• Proactive communicator — raises issues and recommendations early, does not wait for problems to
escalate
• Honest and systematic — reports what is actually happening in the field, not what sounds good
• Eager to grow — this is a role with real responsibility and direct visibility to the CEO
COMPENSATION & PACKAGE
Base Salary: USD $900 – $1,200 per month
Accommodation: On-site housing provided
Transport: Farm vehicle available for field operations
Review: 6-month performance review with progression tied to crop programme outcomes
Note: Exceptional candidates with dual avocado and macadamia export experience may be considered above r
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