Agronomist

Raregold Investments, an established agro-hospitality business based in Glen Forest, Harare, is seeking a qualified and experienced Agronomist to oversee agricultural production and support efficient farm operations.
The successful candidate will manage crop production activities, develop planting strategies, supervise farm operations and ensure the effective use of agricultural resources.
This opportunity is suitable for an agricultural professional with strong practical experience in horticultural crop production, greenhouse management, irrigation and farm planning.
• Plan, organise and supervise daily crop production and general farm activities.
• Develop seasonal planting schedules, crop rotation programmes and production plans.
• Monitor crop development, identify pest and disease problems and recommend appropriate management measures.
• Oversee irrigation operations, fertiliser application and soil fertility management.
• Prepare crop production budgets and monitor agricultural expenditure.
• Supervise farm workers and ensure compliance with established agricultural practices.
• Evaluate crop yields, quality and productivity to improve production performance and profitability.
• Maintain accurate farm records covering agricultural inputs, crop production, harvesting and sales.
• Ensure farming operations comply with relevant agricultural, environmental and workplace health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture or a related agricultural discipline.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in crop production and farm management.
• Practical knowledge of greenhouse cultivation and open-field farming operations.
• Experience producing horticultural crops such as cabbage, sweet corn, green maize, broccoli and other brassica crops.
• Sound knowledge of irrigation systems, soil fertility, fertiliser management and agricultural pest and disease control.
• Ability to prepare crop production schedules, agricultural budgets and yield monitoring reports.
• Understanding of farm cost management and strategies for improving agricultural productivity.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to supervise agricultural teams and coordinate daily farming operations effectively.

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV together with copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications to:
txxxxx@raregoldgroup.com
Application Deadline: 27 October 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.