ENTOMOLOGIST – FM2704

Sundays River Valley Area, Eastern Cape Province – South Africa: Our client is looking for an Entomologist to join the team.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

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• BSc degree in Entomology or a related agricultural science.

• Minimum 5 years’ working experience in a similar role.

• Experience in commercial citrus pest and disease management.

• Sound knowledge of integrated pest management (IPM) and export market phytosanitary and MRL requirements.

• Strong computer skills, especially MS Office, for recording and analysing scouting and spray data.

• Strong research, decision making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Awareness of industry trends, technology and developments.

• Good verbal, written communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

• Be able to manage and mentor.

• Ability to present technical subject matter to senior management, growers and other stakeholders.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

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• Plan and manage the integrated pest and disease control programme on +/- 1400 ha of citrus, in conjunction with the Head of Production.

• Assist with planning and management of post-harvest disease programmes.

• Manage scouting teams to identify and monitor pest and disease outbreaks.

• Gather and interpret technical information and make recommendations to production management.

• Assist with the planning and management of agricultural trials and experiments.

• Manage market access requirements – ensure pest and disease control practices do not limit access to export markets.

• Provide pest and disease advice and support to third party citrus growers.

• Compile and maintain pest and disease records, spray records and reports for audits and certification.

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ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted