Agronomist Intern at Ikore International Development Limited

• The Agronomist Intern will provide crucial support to Ikore\'s agricultural projects, contributing to research, field operations, and the implementation of sustainable farming practices. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a budding agronomist to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic international development setting, with a strong focus on soil health and climate-smart agricultural solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of agricultural field trials and demonstrations.
• Conduct soil sampling, testing, and interpretation of soil data for crop nutrition planning.
• Support the development and dissemination of best agricultural practices to farmers and project beneficiaries, with an emphasis on regenerative agriculture principles.
• Participate in farmer trainings and capacity-building activities related to crop production, pest and disease management, and post-harvest handling.
• Conduct literature reviews and research on relevant agricultural topics, including soil health, soil fertility management, soil conservation techniques, climate-smart agriculture, and specific crop value chains.
• Assist in linking soil analysis results to practical crop management recommendations.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, presentations, and other communication materials.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure the successful implementation of agricultural interventions.
• Assist in the identification and assessment of suitable farming technologies and innovations that contribute to climate-smart agricultural solutions.
• Monitor and report on crop health, yield, and other relevant agricultural indicators.
• Support data entry and management for agricultural activities, potentially using GIS tools, soil mapping software, or digital agronomy platforms.
• Connect agronomic findings to market or value chain recommendations, aligning with Ikore’s market inclusion strategy.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and environmental guidelines during field work.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the project lead or supervising agronomist.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Extension, or a closely related field.
• 0-1 year of experience; recent graduates or individuals with prior agricultural internship experience are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of agricultural principles, crop production, and sustainable farming practices.
• Knowledge or experience in soil health, soil fertility management, soil testing, and soil conservation techniques is preferred.
• Familiarity with data collection methods and basic agricultural tools.
• Experience with or willingness to learn GIS tools, soil mapping software, or digital agronomy platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a field-based environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Passion for sustainable agriculture and international development.
• Knowledge of local agricultural contexts and practices (desirable).