Agronomist Intern

Job description

Job Title: Agronomist Intern

Location: Lusaka, Zambia Company: Gaphen Projects Limited Duration: Internship (with potential for full-time employment based on performance)

About Gaphen Projects: Gaphen Projects is dedicated to transforming agricultural development in Zambia by empowering smallholder farmers with innovative solutions. Through our nuclear outgrower program, we cultivate and source crops from farmers, ensuring they have access to reliable markets. Our work focuses on sustainable farming, climate-smart agriculture, and empowering rural communities.

Role Overview: We are looking for a passionate Agronomist Intern to join our team and support smallholder farmers in adopting best farming practices. The intern will play a critical role in training farmers, conducting field visits, and implementing climate-smart agricultural techniques to enhance productivity and sustainability. This is a hands-on role that requires a strong understanding of sustainable farming and the ability to work closely with farmers to improve their yields and income.

Key Responsibilities:

 Train smallholder farmers on best farming practices, sustainable agriculture, and climate-smart techniques.

 Conduct regular farm visits to assess crop conditions and provide tailored agronomic advice.

 Assist farmers in implementing improved soil management, water conservation, and pest control methods.

 Monitor and report on crop performance, identifying challenges and recommending solutions.

 Support the collection of data on farming activities to improve decision-making and market access.

 Work closely with Gaphen Projects’ team to develop training materials and agricultural extension programs.

 Develop blog posts on best farming techniques

 Stay updated on the latest agricultural innovations and share insights with farmers.

Qualifications and Skills:

 Completed a degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Crop Science, or a related field.

 Passionate about working with smallholder farmers and improving rural livelihoods.

 Knowledge of climate-smart agriculture and sustainable farming practices.

 Strong communication and training skills, with the ability to simplify technical concepts for farmers.

 Hands-on experience in farm management or extension services is a plus.

 Ability to work independently and travel to rural areas.

 Basic proficiency in data collection and reporting tools.

Why Join Us?

 Opportunity to make a direct impact on smallholder farmers’ productivity and income.

 Hands-on experience in the agricultural development sector.

 Potential for full-time employment based on performance.

 Exposure to innovative farming techniques and market-driven agricultural solutions.

If you are passionate about agriculture and want to be part of a team that is making a difference in Zambia’s farming communities, we encourage you to apply!

How to Apply: Send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re interested in this internship to jobs@gaphen.com by 30/03/25.

Join us in transforming the future of smallholder farming in Zambia