Agricultural Expert (Cocoa, Shea, Cashew & Sesame) at Givanas Group of Companies

Job Summary

• The Agricultural Expert will provide technical expertise and field-based insights across key crop areas — Cocoa, Shea, Cashew, and Sesame. The role involves conducting feasibility assessments, field studies, and data collection to support project planning and decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring strong, hands-on agricultural knowledge across multiple value chains, including crop management, harvesting practices, and production scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee field studies, surveys, and data collection for Cocoa, Shea, Cashew, and Sesame crops.
• Assess agricultural feasibility, including plantation management, cultivation practices, and yield potential.
• Provide expert input to the feasibility study team, ensuring technical accuracy in agricultural data and assumptions.
• Support in designing and completing agricultural questionnaires and project documentation.
• Evaluate the technical feasibility and scalability of operations from seed to market.
• Provide recommendations on best agronomic practices for each crop, ensuring sustainability and quality standards.
• Liaise with field operators, farmers, and local partners to gather real-time data and insights.
• Prepare and submit concise field reports and technical recommendations to management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
•  Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in multi-crop agricultural projects, including exposure to value chain development.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least two of the following: Cocoa, Shea Butter, Cashew, or Sesame Seed Oil production.
• Strong understanding of cultivation, harvesting, processing, and sustainability practices.
• Proven ability to conduct field assessments, feasibility studies, and technical evaluations.
• Excellent reporting, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Core Skills

• Multi-crop agricultural production expertise
• Field data collection and analysis
• Feasibility and value-chain assessment
• Technical report writing
• Farmer and stakeholder engagement