Role purpose\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tCarry out set of development trials for seeds, through series of reliable and quality of on and off-site trials for the ARS Market segments.\u00a0
\n\tPrecise data collection (yield, moisture and agronomic data) using available operational tools.\u00a0
\n\tTo manage off-site nurseries following compliance and SOPs as per guidelines\u00a0
\n\tLiaise with local agricultural groups, agronomists, crop consultants, other industry bodies and Govt. organisations to manage changes in agronomy practices, technology and support in evaluation and development of Syngenta technologies.\u00a0
\n\tFollowing compliance and safety and QM culture in trialing as per Syngenta policy.\u00a0
\n\tProvide technical support to all ARS function for greenhouse activities, nurseries and trialing activities.\u00a0
\n\tDedication to understanding and reaching operational and financial KPI targets.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Accountabilities<\/p>\n
\tTo conduct an agreed number of field trials through all stages from initial planning to completion of final reports with minimal or no supervision.\u00a0
\n\tDeliver quality field trials through proper site selection, grower\u2019s liaison, plot arrangement, layout, and application of treatments as per protocol and other inputs to insure proper trial execution.\u00a0
\n\tMonitoring trial and update the trials status as evolving work placement and tracking of trials in country\/territory.\u00a0
\n\tMINT material registrations and material management.\u00a0
\n\tCapture trials data in field supporting data delivery to SPIRIT for assigned crop\/indication trials as per defined deadline.\u00a0
\n\tKeep effective linkages with Product Selection Lead, Breeding, growers\/off site owner\/Trialing Crop Team Manager.\u00a0
\n\tEnsure proper training program for technicians and growers (if required) for increasing operational efficiency.\u00a0
\n\tOrganize the field visits with timely intimation and involvement of stakeholders.\u00a0
\n\tImplement QM initiative to enhance trial quality through proactive non-conformity and issue management.\u00a0
\n\tStrict follow-up of HSES policies and compliance as per Syngenta guidelines.<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tCritical success factors & key challenges
\n\tAlignment of resource and capability with trials plan.\u00a0
\n\tDevelop strong networking of innovative, dynamic, resourceful and opinion maker grower for managing the trials.\u00a0
\n\tWillingness to travel and overnight stay.\u00a0
\n\tAbility to work independently whilst sharing learning and information with team.\u00a0
\n\tEnsure compliance in proper data collection and compilation with timely despatch to stakeholders.\u00a0
\n\tTo strictly follow the Syngenta HSES guidelines in field.\u00a0
\n\tOwnership of breeding and harvesting equipment, maintenance and improvements.\u00a0
\n\tManaging overtime and temporary labour optimally.\u00a0
\n\tDevelop strong networking of innovative, dynamic, resourceful and opinion maker grower for managing the trials.
\n\tWillingness to travel and overnight stay.
\n\tAbility to work independently whilst sharing learning and information with team.
\n\tEnsure compliance in proper data collection and compilation with timely despatch to stakeholders.\u00a0
\n\tTo strictly follow the Syngenta HSES guidelines in field.
\n\tOwnership of breeding and harvesting equipment, maintenance and improvements. \u00a0
\n\tManaging overtime and temporary labour optimally.<\/p>\n
Knowledge, experience & capabilities<\/p>\n
Critical knowledge<\/p>\n
\tBasic understanding of technical aspects of crops pesticides, pests and agronomy.\u00a0
\n\tBasic knowledge reading and interpreting of layout of experiments.\u00a0
\n\tGood written and communication skills.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Critical experience<\/p>\n
\t5-10 years working experience of all aspects of field experimentation\u00a0
\n\tKnowledge of technical\/agronomic aspects of crops\/indication is desirable.<\/p>\n
Critical technical, leadership and personal capabilities<\/p>\n
\tDeep understanding of local language and culture.\u00a0
\n\tBasic knowledge of crops agronomy and technical aspects.\u00a0
\n\tBasic idea in use of office software and Standard Information Technology tools.\u00a0
\n\tPatience, proactive and good foresight fluency in English and local language.\u00a0
\n\tOwnership of breeding and harvesting equipment, maintenance and improvements. \u00a0<\/p>\n
Critical leadership capabilities<\/p>\n
\tDeep understanding of local language and culture. Customer focus – Plays important role
\n\tInnovative – Essential
\n\tDecisive – Essential
\n\tCommunicative – Very much essential
\n\tTrusted \u2013 Essential
\n\tTeam oriented \u2013 Essential
\n\tResult oriented \u2013 Very much essential
\n\tTime management \u2013 Self-starter and discipline<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.syngenta.co.za ) or<\/p>\n
jobs.smartrecruiters.com<\/p>\n
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