Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Record data from lab and field trials, seed multiplication, and related activities planted at the phenotyping site;
• Monitor pest attacks and report to concerned CIMMYT-Ethiopia staff /supervisor and ensure appropriate pest control measures are taken;
• Based on the seasonal activity schedule, coordinate with MARC to ensure timely supply of farm machinery and equipment needed for all field operations, and diligently record delivery of goods and services;
• Collaborate with other partners and stakeholders operating at the station to ensure fair and proper use and maintenance of shared resources and services, such as guarding, water pumps, water reservoir, etc.;
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor;
• Assist in developing monthly labor plan and raise weekly labor requests for approval;
• Coordinate CIMMYT labor requests to MARC and support the recruitment process;
• Supervise and control daily laborers recruited for all manually executed activities towards increasing quality performance and labor productivity;
• Take attendance of daily laborers and follow up submission of time sheet for the supervisor;
• Maintain diligent records of all labor employed;
• Follow all applicable labor management and HR protocols and regulations, as may be established and communicated by CIMMYT and/or MARC.
• Ensure the availability of irrigation water in the reservoir;
• Responsible for careful and timely installation, removal, and storage of drip-tapes;
• Implement a proper irrigation schedule for field experiments and nurseries;
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of moisture profiling probes; record and compile moisture probe data;
• Ensure proper functioning and maintenance of the weather station;
• Compile and request supplies and services needed for executing trials and nurseries, and prudently manage the inventory of supplies with a high degree of integrity and in compliance with CIMMYT procedures;
• Monitor utility bills for the site and ensure their timely payment in coordination with the responsible CIMMYT administrative staff;
• Monitor day and night guards to help ensure site security.
• Minimum Requirements:

  Qualification & Experience:

   

  • High school certificate plus certificate in relevant field and three years relevant experience

  Or

  • Diploma in relevant field with one year relevant experience
  • Knowledge in relevant field and use of simple tools and equipment.