Field Supervisor (Locally Recruited)

About the role

CIMMYT seeks a Field Supervisor to manage research field plots, infrastructure, and equipment, ensuring sustainable agronomic practices and supporting crop research activities.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain field integrity, soil fertility and support irrigation and drainage systems.
• Assist in land planning, allocation, field preparation and operation of farm equipment such as tractors, threshers and shellers.
• Implement agronomic operations including planting, fertilization, weeding, pest and disease control, harvesting and post‑harvest handling.
• Support supervised staff and casual labor, coordinate daily activities and train partners on protocols and equipment.
• Use digital tools (tablets, breeding apps, GIS) for field mapping, activity tracking and record‑keeping; prepare routine reports.
• Ensure health, safety and compliance with institutional and national regulations, promote sustainable land management and responsible water use.

Required profile

• BSc or MSc in Agronomy, Crop Science or related field.
• Minimum 2 years practical experience managing irrigated agricultural fields and farm equipment.
• Basic supervisory experience and ability to train field staff.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills, with ability to communicate daily matters and prepare brief reports.

Required skills

• Operation and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Use of farm equipment (tractors, threshers, shellers).
• Basic data recording and use of digital tools (tablets, breeding apps, GIS).
• Proficiency with standard Windows‑based software (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, email).