NSPP Technician - Nairobi, Kenya - Syngenta

Description

Syngenta is a leading science-based agtech company.

We help millions of farmers around the world to grow safe and nutritious food, while taking care of the planet.

Responsibilities

Supporting the NSPP veg crop manager by learning the selection criteria of the breeding programs.
Oversee plant material growth and reacting to issues with plant growth e.g. pests and diseases, cold room conditions together with other NSPP technicians in the team.

Timely execution of all operations for the development new lines, conventional lines and hybrids, including sowing, plant morphology recording, field observations, plant and ear selection and pollination, harvest and threshing, label production and data collection, shipment preparation together with logistic department.

Proficiently use of all NSPP related software used in the planning and management of the nursery program.

Coordinate and execute the tissue sampling of various material in readiness for marker testing in our molecular marker lab.

Efficiently allocates tasks to the workers based on capabilities and competencies to secure efficient and cost-effective delivery of our promise to the customers.

Effectively communicate and liaise on a regular basis with NSPP crop manager, other technicians, and breeders, on the status of activities.

Ensure all projects and especially the Tomato GSPP certified program is run accurately and meets production and quality targets agreed with breeders.

Supports the attainment and sustenance of the GSPP/Syngenta QMS accreditations for the GSPP section and the non-GSPP section within the R&D site respectively.

Always ensures compliance to phytosanitary/Hygiene protocols within the site.

Perform all tasks in compliance with and in support of all HSE policies and practices, including completing all required company training courses and taking lead in submitting safety observations/Near misses for remediation.

Any other tasks & projects as may be allocated from time to time by the line manager.

Requirements
Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Horticulture/Agriculture/Plant breeding or related field.
2-3 Years experience working in a similar role.
Experience in seed production/plant genetics, growth and breeding is an advantage.
Experience leading a team.

Additional Information

Keen to details.
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Proactive and able to handle matters swiftly.
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to interact with diverse stakeholders.