AgronomistNew!

Description (Public)

Kampala Executive Aviation (KEA) is growing a team that uses aviation and drone technology to deliver practical, data-driven agricultural solutions. The Agronomist will translate imagery and field data into clear crop management advice for clients, working across crop health, precision agriculture and drone operations.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Monitor crop health and identify pest, disease and nutrient problems through field scouting and aerial imagery
Recommend and follow up crop protection measures appropriate to the crop and stage of growth
Apply precision agriculture and GIS tools to map fields, analyse variability and support targeted input application
Plan and support agricultural drone operations, including flight planning, data capture and processing of results
Provide technical advisory services to farmers and clients, explaining findings in practical terms
Prepare agronomic reports, recommendations and performance summaries for clients and management
Work with the operations team to align drone missions with client requirements and crop calendars
Maintain accurate records of fields, treatments and advisory visits

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science or a related field
Minimum of two years' relevant experience in crop production or agronomic advisory

Skills and Competencies

Crop health and protection knowledge
Precision agriculture and GIS skills
Interest in and aptitude for agricultural drone operations
Technical advisory and client communication
Report writing and data interpretation
Field data collection and record keeping

How to Apply

About Kampala Executive Aviation

Kampala Executive Aviation (KEA) is a premier aviation services provider headquartered in Kajjansi, Uganda. Incorporated in 2008, we specialize in helicopter and fixed-wing operations, charter flights, aircraft maintenance, medical evacuations, and aerial surveys. With a commitment to safety and a 100% accident-free record, we deliver tailored, high-quality aviation solutions to clients in the oil, gas, and mining sectors across the demanding East and Central African landscape.