Job Vacancies at Deko Integrated and Agro Processing Limited

Deko Integrated and Agro Processing Limited Nigeria is a producer and exporter of agricultural produce such as Sorghum, Cassava, Soybean, Cocoa, and many other agricultural products.

We are recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions below:

1.) Contract Farming Officer

Job Location: Edo
Job Type: Contract

Job Description

  • As Contract Farming Officer, you will be responsible for the communications and promotion of our contract farming programs.

Main Duties and Responsibilities


  • Promote our contract farming program with NGOs, Farmers Cooperatives, local government authorities, etc.
  • Promote our contract farming program on our website and social media platforms.
  • Coordinate with the agricultural team on crop monitoring and quality checking with the contract farmers
  • Coordinate with the agricultural team on training to contract farmers
  • Coordinate with the agricultural team and the logistics team on the transport of harvested crops to our processing site
  • Actively engage with potential and existing contract farmers.
  • Facilitate meetings and workshops to educate farmers about the benefits and requirements of the contract farming program.
  • Foster positive relationships with the local community and relevant stakeholders
  • Gather feedback from contract farmers regarding their experiences with the program.
  • Use this feedback to improve program efficiency and farmer satisfaction.
  • Oversee the signing and management of contracts with farmers.
  • Ensure that contract terms and conditions are clearly communicated and understood by both parties.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of contract farmers, including their contact information, acreage, and crop types.
  • Regularly update and manage the contract farmer database.
  • Generate regular reports on program performance, including farmer engagement, crop quality, and compliance.
  • Participate in community development initiatives that align with the organization's goals.

Job Requirements
A suitable candidate must possess:

  • Minimum of B.Sc / HND in Agricultural Economics, Agro-Business Management / Marketing, Procurement and Supply Chain Management
  • Minimum 3 years of proven cognate experience
  • Deep knowledge of agricultural supply management
  • Outstanding (written and spoken) communication ability
  • Excellent organizational and contract management skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Understanding of quality standards and agricultural related trends
  • Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts
  • Proficient in MS Office and ERP software
  • Hands on marketing, sales, procurement and negotiation experience
  • Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Applications (Cover Letter and Resume) to: hr@dekoholding.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

 

 

2.) Junior Agronomist

Job Location: Edo

Job Description

  • As Junior Agronomist, you will be under direct supervision of the Head of Unit 2
  • You will monitor the quality of crops under cultivation.
  • You will provide daily problem-solving on the field under the supervision of your manager.
  • You will supervise the work of our field workers.
  • You will work on the missions assigned by your manager.

Job Requirements
A suitable candidate must possess:

  • B.Sc / HND in Agronomy, Agriculture, Biotechnology or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of proven cognate experience
  • Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
  • Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
  • Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
  • Research and presentation skills.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Applications (Cover Letter and Resume) to: hr@dekoholding.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

Note: For any information, call or WhatsApp: +2349040848874.

 

 

3.) Production Manager

Job Location: Edo

Job Description
As Production Manager, you will:

  • Supervise the production and packaging of dried cassava chips.
  • Supervise the packaging of soybean grain and sorghum grain.
  • Supervise the production and packaging of organic cassava leaves powder.
  • Supervise the production and packaging of soy butter (small scale as sample for international buyers)
  • Packaging of above products for the local and export markets
  • Supervise the production and packaging of cocoa butter (small scale as sample for international buyers)
  • Supervise the packaging of value-added products cultivated under greenhouses or special conditions.

Job Requirements
A suitable candidate must possess;

  • Candidates should possess a B.Sc/HND in Engineering (preferably Production, Agricultural, Mechanical), Operations Management, Food Technology
  • Minimum 3 years of proven experience as production process management
  • Deep knowledge of production management
  • Proficient in MS Office and ERP software
  • Outstanding communication ability
  • Excellent organizational and leaderships skills
  • Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations
  • Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts
  • Experience in reporting on key production metrics
  • Attention to detail
  • Hands on technical experience in production facilities
  • Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr@dekoholding.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.