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Kampala, Uganda

Full-time

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August 2, 2024 at 2:00:00 PM

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About the Organisation

Dümmen Orange is a leading global breeder and propagator of ornamental flowers and plants, offering an impressive portfolio of cut flowers, pot plants, bedding plants, perennials, tropical plants, bulbs, and tubers to growers, wholesalers, and retailers around the world. Our headquarters are based in the Netherlands, and we employ over 7,500 people worldwide.

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Job Title

Crop Protection Specialist job at Dümmen Orange, Fiduga Ltd

Job Description

The company is looking for competent and qualified Ugandans to fill the following existing vacancies in the organization. About us: Fiduga Ltd is a flower farm incorporated in Uganda since 1998 producing and exporting Chrysanthemum Cuttings. It is a subsidiary of Dummen Orange The Netherlands B.V. Fiduga Ltd is located 22km. Kampala-Masaka road at former Nsimbe Estates.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring a pest and disease free crop.
Responsible for formulating preventive and curative treatment measures for pests and diseases.
Carry out research and trials on biological methods of pest and disease control
Ensure compliance to phytosanitary standards of Green Care and Green Compliance.
Monitoring crops for early signs of pests, diseases, or environmental stressors.
Implement IPM strategies
Analyzing data from scouting and spraying reports
Review sanitation procedures and protocols to affirm compliance and effectiveness.

Qualifications and Competencies

The applicant must hold a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science Environmental Science or a related field.
An understanding of the floriculture industry, including production processes, supply chain dynamics, market trends, and sustainability practices.
Has deep knowledge of various pests, diseases, with effective strategies to control and manage them.
Proficient in the use of pesticides, fungicides as well as biological control agents
Skills in implementing IPM strategies
Understanding of environmental impacts and regulations concerning pesticide use, and knowledgeable about sustainable farming practices. Problem-Solving Skills
Data Analysis and Research.
Good communication Skills.
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Strong sense of urgency and achievement (result oriented)
Fluent in English/ Luganda is an added advantage
Must have impeccable character and high integrity.
Teamwork