{"id":2773,"date":"2025-11-24T12:02:14","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T12:02:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/job\/technical-field-assistant-at-souk-farms\/"},"modified":"2025-12-16T00:48:51","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T00:48:51","slug":"technical-field-assistant-at-souk-farms","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/tanzania\/?post_type=job_listing&p=2773","title":{"rendered":"Technical  Field Assistant at SOUK Farms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Title: Technical Field Assistant ( 1 Position) Job posting service<br \/>\nDeadline to Apply 15 December 2025.<br \/>\nLocation: Rusumo 16km from the boarder: Tanzania<br \/>\nReports to: Operation Manager<br \/>\nDepartment: Operations<br \/>\ntravel guides<br \/>\nAbout SOUK Farms<br \/>\nSOUK Farms is one of Rwanda\u2019s leading growers and exporters of fresh horticultural produce We specialize in high-quality exports to Europe and the Middle East, including chillies, fine beans, and avocados. We are committed to operational excellence, traceability, sustainability, and farmer inclusion at every stage of the value chain.<br \/>\nPosition Overview<br \/>\nThe Field Assistant plays a key supporting role in managing and strengthening the company\u2019s relationship with Outgrowers. The Field Assistant is responsible for conducting field visits, assisting Outgrowers in completing assigned agricultural tasks, collecting accurate data, and communicating relevant information to the employer. This role ensures that Outgrowers receive timely guidance, support, and follow-up to improve productivity, compliance, and overall output quality.<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities<br \/>\nOutgrower Support &amp; Field Visits<br \/>\nConduct regular visits to Outgrowers to monitor crop growth, field activities, and adherence to best agricultural practices.<br \/>\nProvide hands-on support to Outgrowers in implementing assigned tasks such as planting, spraying, weeding, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.<br \/>\nIdentify challenges faced by Outgrowers and promptly escalate issues that require technical or management intervention.<br \/>\nOffer basic extension advice as trained or directed by the supervisor.<br \/>\nData Collection &amp; Reporting<br \/>\nCollect accurate field-level data including crop performance, input usage, labour activities, and production estimates.<br \/>\nComplete daily, weekly, and monthly field reports, submitting them within the required timelines.<br \/>\nMaintain organized records of farm visits, farmer interactions, and field observations.<br \/>\nSupport in updating Outgrower databases and digital systems used for reporting.<br \/>\nCommunication &amp; Coordination<br \/>\nServe as the main link between Outgrowers and the company on routine operational matters.<br \/>\nProvide timely and reliable information about Outgrower challenges, needs, and progress.<br \/>\nCommunicate instructions from supervisors to Outgrowers clearly and ensure understanding.<br \/>\nCoordinate with Field Officers, Agronomists, and the Sourcing\/Outgrower Manager to ensure smooth operations.<br \/>\nCompliance &amp; Quality Assurance<br \/>\nEnsure Out growers follow company standards, safety guidelines, and recommended agronomic practices.<br \/>\nMonitor compliance with input application protocols, produce quality requirements, and traceability procedures.<br \/>\nReport any cases of non-compliance, crop disease outbreak, pest incidence, or unusual field activity.<br \/>\nSupport to Company Programs<br \/>\nAssist in organizing training sessions, demonstrations, and field days for Out growers.<br \/>\nHelp distribute inputs, materials, and tools to Out growers as authorized.<br \/>\nSupport in mobilizing farmers for meetings, audits, or inspections.<br \/>\nQualifications<br \/>\nCertificate or Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, Rural Development, or a related field.<br \/>\nMinimum of 1\u20132 years of experience working with smallholder farmers or in field-based agricultural operations.<br \/>\nBasic knowledge of crop production, field monitoring, and farming practices.<br \/>\nStrong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with farmers and field teams.<br \/>\nGood reporting skills and proficiency in basic Microsoft Office and google forms.<br \/>\nPassion for agriculture and working directly with rural farming communities.<br \/>\nCompetencies<br \/>\nStrong attention to detail.<br \/>\nGood problem-solving and observation skills.<br \/>\nAbility to work independently with minimal supervision in the field.<br \/>\nReliable, honest, and able to build trust with farmers.<br \/>\nWillingness to travel frequently and work outdoors.<br \/>\nSharing is Caring! 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