Product Assistant (Agronomy) - Nairobi

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Industry: Banking
Description: Apollo helps farmers in emerging markets increase their profits. We use agronomic machine learning, remote sensing, and mobile technology to help farmers access credit, high-quality farm inputs, and customized advice. Our first product is a customized package of farm inputs, farming advice, and credit delivered to farmers in Kenya.
Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct field-based user research to gather insights that inform the design and development of innovative agricultural products tailored to smallholder farmers' needs
  • Develop and deliver agronomic training to field officers
  • Provide expert support to address inquiries from farmers and farmer-facing teams, ensuring clear and actionable advice
  • Utilize resources such as farmer demonstrations and the Learn-ink platform for continuous training and advisory throughout the season
  • Lead research initiatives to evaluate product performance and impact, collecting data and feedback to refine offerings and drive measurable improvements in farmer outcomes
  • Treat Apollo’s customers with respect and maintain high standards of customer care while attending to your duties

Requirements:

  • Minimum of a Diploma in Agricultural Sciences from a recognized Institution. A Bachelor’s Degree is an added advantage.
  • Over 2 years of experience in farmer advisory, agricultural product sales, or agricultural projects and research, with a strong focus on grassroots-level engagement.
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in diverse agricultural farming practices across Kenya
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders
  • Comfortable using Google Docs and Sheets
  • Hungry to learn and excited to make an impact through providing advice and developing products for smallholder farmers
  • Able to rapidly assimilate new agronomic technical information and transfer the same to relevant teams in easily understandable and simplified form
  • An able communicator who can clearly express technical ideas both verbally and in writing in English and Swahili
  • A considerate listener who takes the time to deeply understand customers, teammates, and Apollo partners
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Contract Based

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