Senior Agronomist – Southern Province at Yara International

Date posted: Aug 20, 2026 Location: Lusaka, ZM Area of Expertise: Sales Job Type: Permanent Work mode (place): Remote work Job Requisition ID: 25642 Crop Scientist (Southern Province) At Yara, we operate as an integral part of a worldwide network, united in our mission to address critical global challenges—such as resource scarcity, food insecurity, and environmental change—in a manner that is both sustainable and economically viable. Profile Yara Fertilizer Zambia Limited is seeking a permanent Crop Scientist to support corporate and commercial agricultural producers across Zambia’s Southern region. Area of responsibility encompasses the regions south of Kazue, including Managua, Monte, Paloma, Coma, and Livingstone. Living location: Mazabuka, Zambia. Reporting to the Agronomy & Commercial Sales Manager for the Zambia Cluster. Role and Responsibilities Professionally and sustainably advance the agronomic support and sales initiatives for Yara’s premium and differentiated products to commercial agricultural producers within the designated territory, while concurrently enhancing the company’s overall performance. Our role requires specialized knowledge in agronomy as well as the provision of technical support. We are seeking a skilled professional to oversee the entire lifecycle of our plant nutrition product portfolio, from strategic development and market introduction to successful implementation and ongoing performance assessment. Digital farming solutions Market Intelligence Sales planning and forecasting, procurement of inventory, and management of supply chain logistics. We specialize in delivering comprehensive solutions for credit application processing, debtor management, and account inquiries. Our services are designed to streamline financial operations, enhance credit assessment accuracy, and ensure efficient resolution of account-related queries. Stakeholder and relationship management, particularly within the commercial farming industry, involves cultivating and sustaining productive partnerships with key individuals and organizations that influence business outcomes. Our organization prioritizes adherence to established policies, values, and contractual obligations while actively promoting them throughout the workplace. Functional Knowledge Proven expertise in crop production, plant nutrition, and agronomic principles, supported by both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. Proficiency in sales strategies, marketing principles, and negotiation techniques specifically within the commercial farming industry is required, along with hands-on experience in these areas. Demonstrates a strong understanding of corporate and commercial customer service and relationship management practices. Possesses a solid understanding of sales administration principles tailored to corporate and commercial agricultural producers. Competencies Technical: Proven expertise and in-depth knowledge in agronomy. We seek professionals with strong business acumen, exceptional organizational and administrative skills, the ability to perform critical evaluations, and expertise in consultation and value selling. Business acumen, managerial capability, analytical problem-solving, and strong interpersonal competencies are essential for this role. Demonstrate a strong drive for executing sales initiatives while adhering to Yara’s established code of ethics and corporate governance guidelines. Must be able to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with a multicultural and remotely distributed team. Collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external partners to drive sales initiatives. Proficient in identifying issues, gathering data, evaluating options, and collaborating with key experts, decision-makers, and stakeholders to develop effective, long-term solutions. Responsible for analyzing issues, exercising sound judgment, and developing effective solutions to address the daily operational challenges encountered in sales within the commercial farming sector. Proven ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal connections, convey ideas persuasively, and engage in strategic discussions both internally with colleagues and externally with clients to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Qualifications and Experience Earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture or a related field, along with certification in fertilization practices. The Agricultural Institute of Zambia (AIZ) offers a professional membership program designed to support and advance the agricultural sector. Eligibility for membership includes individuals and organizations actively engaged in agriculture, agribusiness, research, or related fields. Members benefit from access to industry insights, professional development opportunities, networking events, and collaborative initiatives. The institute fosters innovation, knowledge sharing, and policy advocacy to enhance sustainable agricultural practices across Zambia. Applicants must meet specific criteria, such as relevant qualifications, experience, or contributions to the agricultural community, and are expected to adhere to the institute’s ethical and professional standards. Experienced professionals with a strong background in agronomic support and plant nutrition sales to commercial agricultural producers, ideally including expertise in sugar cane cultivation, are encouraged to apply. Seeking candidates with a minimum of three to four years of relevant experience within agronomy and sales, with a focus on the commercial farming industry. The ideal applicant will possess a strong background in seasonal planning, forecasting, and budgeting. The candidate must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications, specifically Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, or equivalent software. Proficient in both written and verbal English communication. Interested parties must submit their applications on or before 4 September 2026. Prospective applicants are required to fulfill the online application process by answering the provided questions and satisfy the established eligibility criteria before their candidacy can be further evaluated. If Yara has not

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