The Senior Agronomy Coordinator (Agronomy Manager) provides strategic and operational leadership to agronomy programs within the Kenyacof supply chain. Acting as a key technical liaison between coffee estates, cooperatives, and sustainability partners, this role is responsible for driving productivity, quality, compliance, and the adoption of regenerative agriculture across large coffee estates and smallholder supply chains.
Oversee the implementation of sustainability-project activities across 60,000+ farmers.
Lead field planning and scheduling while ensuring operational excellence and quality.
Coordinate and consolidate data collection from field teams.
Manage operational budgets and expense tracking for project activities.
Team Leadership & Capacity Building
Lead, mentor, manage, and inspire field extension teams and agronomy technicians, including the Soil Scientist.
Set clear performance objectives and support the professional development of team members.
Build technical capacity through structured training programs and on-farm demonstrations.
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and farmer-centric service delivery.
Coffee Agronomy and Regenerative Agriculture
Lead the design and implementation of agronomic programs including coffee husbandry, soil fertility, rejuvenation protocols, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), and yield optimization aligned with Kenyan coffee production systems.
Oversee the implementation of agronomic trials in approved demo plots.
Drive the adoption of Regenerative Agriculture (Regen Ag) practices.
Support climate adaptation and mitigation initiatives including carbon reduction and resilience-building interventions.
Compliance & Certification Support
Support the Certification Coordinator in the implementation of compliance standards.
Support the coordination of internal audits, external audits, and corrective action plans.
Train field teams and farm management on certification standards and compliance requirements.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture, or Environmental Science.
5+ years of work experience working in the Kenyan agricultural sector.
Coffee industry experience will be considered a significant added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should visit the application portal at Sucafina on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to submit their applications: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1165278
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the SmartRecruiters portal at: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1165278. Ensure you provide all relevant documentation and experience details as requested in the application form.
