Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is a horticultural company that produces high quality hybrid seeds. The seeds produced are all exported to the mother company based in the Netherlands. After thorough quality checks the seeds are re-exported all over the world under the Enza Zaden logo.
\nKnow more about us at http:\/\/www.enzazaden.com
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\nEnza Zaden Tanzania Ltd has a job opportunity for:
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\nPosition:\u00a0Seed Production Lead
\nReports to: Operations Manager
\nPosition Type: Staff Position
\nJob Location: Arusha, Tanzania
\nObjective of the Role:
\nTo coordinate, supervise, and actively participate in all seed production activities from nursery through seed extraction, ensuring smooth end-to-end operations. The role requires a hands-on, lead-by-example approach, working alongside teams in the field to uphold high seed quality, full traceability, strict compliance with hygiene and farm protocols, and efficient use of labour and resources.
\nMain Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Coordinate and oversee nursery activities, block preparation, transplanting, crop maintenance, pollination, harvesting, and seed extraction processes.
\nPlan, organise, personally oversee and participate in pollination and emasculation activities in line with approved crop production programs.
\nCoordinate closely with Operations, Post-Harvest, and Quality teams to ensure seamless execution of seed production plans.
\nManage labour allocation and productivity by leading from the front, demonstrating correct work methods, discipline and adherence to protocols on all seed production activities.
\nOversee stock management of seed production consumables and materials.
\nSupport health, safety, hygiene, compliance initiatives within seed production areas.
\nPrepare reports, highlight deviations or risks, and recommend corrective actions to management.<\/p>\n
Qualifications and Skills:<\/p>\n
Diploma or bachelor\u2019s degree in agriculture, horticulture or a related field.
\nBachelor\u2019s degree holders require 3\u20135 years of relevant hands-on experience, while Diploma holders require at least 7 years\u2019 experience in seed, crop, or horticultural production.
\nStrong understanding of hygiene protocols, and contamination prevention measures.
\nProven ability to lead teams through direct involvement, allocate labour effectively, and coordinate multiple production activities simultaneously.
\nStrong analytical and reporting skills, with attention to detail and traceability requirements.
\nGood communication and coordination skills with proficiency in English and Swahili languages, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
\nComputer literacy with working knowledge of MS Office applications and production record systems.<\/p>\n
Our offer:
\nWe offer a competitive salary, benefit package and an innovative environment. Teamwork, entrepreneurship, drive, a passion to learn and to share knowledge, respect for sustainable development and integrity are our most precious values. Our international work environment offers a range of possibilities to motivated qualified people with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
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