07/10/2025
Vacancy: Field Officer/Agronomist
Location: Matobo district
Contract Type:
Application Deadline: 10 October 2025
Start Date: 13 October 2025
CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis
About the Role
Pro Africa is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Field Officer with a strong agronomic background to support our irrigation schemes and lead monitoring & evaluation (M&E) activities. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in improving agricultural productivity, ensuring sustainable water use, and tracking project impact across targeted communities.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide technical assistance to farmers on crop selection, soil health, pest management, and fertilizer use.
• Design and implement agronomic plans tailored to irrigation schemes.
• Conduct field assessments to optimize irrigation scheduling and water efficiency.
• Train farmers and extension workers on best agronomic practices under irrigated conditions.
• Develop and implement M&E frameworks to track project performance and outcomes.
• Collect, analyze, and report field data on crop yields, water usage, and farmer adoption rates.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly progress reports with actionable insights.
• Support impact assessments and contribute to donor reporting requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Social science, degree in Agriculture, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of field experience in rural programing, food security, irrigation schemes and agricultural extension, a Post graduate qualification in M&E will be added advantage
• Strong knowledge of M&E tools and data collection methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and data analysis software (e.g., Excel, KoboToolbox, GIS tools).
• A holder of a clean class 4 driver’s licence
• Ability to ride a bike is a must
To Apply: Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Field Officer/Agronomist – Application”. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
