Field Officer – Avocado, Mango & Passion Fruit (Uasin Gishu)

About the role

A leading fresh produce exporter is looking for experienced and motivated Field Officers to join its Production & Field Operations team. The company sources and exports high-quality fresh produce to international markets.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, register and develop farmers, aggregators and farmer groups.
• Assess fruit maturity, estimate volumes and submit production forecasts.
• Coordinate harvesting activities to achieve production targets.
• Communicate approved prices, harvesting schedules and company requirements.
• Ensure only mature, export-quality fruit is harvested from approved suppliers.
• Promote compliance with quality, food safety, traceability and sustainability requirements.
• Facilitate farmer training on GAP, pest and disease management, harvesting and agro‑chemical stewardship.
• Maintain accurate PCNs, harvest records and production documentation.
• Ensure every harvested lot is fully traceable.
• Submit timely production, harvesting and compliance reports.
• Monitor labour productivity and recommend operational improvements.
• Support farms in preparing for GlobalG.A.P., Rainforest Alliance, Organic, GRASP and SMETA certification.

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 and passion fruit production/sourcing is an added advantage.
• Experience with GlobalG.A.P., Rainforest Alliance, Organic, GRASP or SMETA is an added advantage.
• Strong communication, farmer engagement, reporting and problem‑solving skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Required skills

• Supplier relationship management.
• Production planning and forecasting.
• Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) implementation and farmer training.
• Record keeping and reporting.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Integrity and professionalism.