Job Description

Aim of the job: Improved and enhance agricultural processes to raise productivity and yield through Research and Development activities Manage and improve nutritional health of oil palms and rubber Provide technical consultancy to estates Train personnel on various aspects of oil palm and rubber agricultural Main responsibilities and activities: Develop, implement and manage Research activities Develop, implement and manage all activities pertaining to health and nutritional aspects of plantations Conduct training. Provide technical consultancies Develop and manage replanting program and related activities Provide advisory on best management practices Requirements Basic education and training: Bachelor or higher Degree in Agricultural or Applied Science or other plantation related qualification. Communication skills Leadership skill Professional experience: 5 years or more working experience in agriculture or related fields. Experience in developing, implementing and managing research activities Published papers in reputable journals or international conferences. Specific knowledge linked to the job: MS Office application Advanced Agriculture Fertilizer recommendation and formulation. Agronomy & Pest and Disease Management. Soil science Experimental Designs Statistics Agricultural economics Basic knowledge in GIS/GPS Sustainability issues Personal qualities required, abilities: Excellent interpersonal skills, effective communicator, innovative Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to prioritize and multitask Ability to work with a specialized, high performing and multi-cultural team Able and willing to travel Strong commitment Respect for cultures other than his /her own Benefits Transport allowances Telephone allowances Medical benefit (Inpatient, outpatient, dental and Maternity) GTL/GPA Annual leave Medical leave Other standard benefit as per Malaysia Employment act

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