Field Officer – Avocado, Mango & Passion Fruit (Nyamira)

About the role

A leading fresh‑produce exporter is seeking motivated Field Officers to join its Production & Field Operations team. The role focuses on developing and managing avocado, mango and passion‑fruit suppliers in Nyamira, coordinating harvesting, and ensuring compliance with quality and traceability standards. A competitive compensation package is offered.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, register and develop farmers, aggregators and farmer groups.
• Assess fruit maturity, estimate volumes and submit production forecasts.
• Coordinate harvesting activities to meet production targets and communicate approved prices and schedules.
• Promote Good Agricultural Practices, food‑safety, traceability and sustainability requirements.
• Facilitate farmer training on GAP, pest‑disease management, harvesting and agro‑chemical stewardship.
• Maintain accurate PCNs, harvest records and production documentation, ensuring full traceability of each lot.
• Submit timely production, harvesting and compliance reports and monitor labour productivity.
• Support farms in preparing for GlobalG.A.P., Rainforest Alliance, Organic, GRASP and SMETA certifications.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agribusiness or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years experience in fresh‑produce sourcing, agricultural extension or field operations.
• Experience with avocado, mango or passion‑fruit production/sourcing is an advantage.
• Familiarity with GlobalG.A.P., Rainforest Alliance, Organic, GRASP or SMETA is a plus.
• Strong communication, farmer‑engagement and problem‑solving abilities.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Required skills

• Supplier relationship management.
• Production planning and forecasting.
• Record‑keeping and reporting.