Senior Horticultural Supervisor – Kibwezi at Summit Recruitment and Search

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring all field and processing activities related to hybrid and open-pollinated production of baby corn, seed maize and cucurbit crops (such as watermelon, squash, pepper and tomato).

The role ensures high-quality seed production in compliance with company standards and certification guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement seasonal production programs, coordinate land selection, field layout, and crop scheduling, and ensure timely sowing, transplanting, pollination, harvesting, and post-harvest operations.
• Oversee hybrid seed activities including detasseling (seed maize), emasculation, and hand pollination (cucurbits).
• Monitor crop growth stages, conduct inspections for off-types, diseases, and pests, and maintain proper male-to-female ratios and pollination efficiency.
• Ensure seed quality parameters (genetic purity, germination, moisture, and physical purity) are met and maintain accurate field and production records.
• Supervise and train farm workers, providing technical guidance on crop management and hybrid seed production while ensuring labor efficiency and productivity.
• Manage harvesting, drying, shelling/extraction, cleaning, grading, packing, storage, and inventory of seeds.
• Ensure adherence to company SOPs, seed certification standards, and maintain documentation for audits and traceability.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and seasonal production reports and maintain accurate records for operational tracking and regulatory compliance.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture / Seed Technology / Horticulture.
• 5–8+ years of experience in hybrid seed production, preferably in cucurbits and seed maize.
• Knowledge of pest and disease management in corn and cucurbit crops.
• Strong knowledge of hybridization techniques and seed certification standards.
• Experience in managing large-scale field operations.
• You MUST have a valid driving license with a motorbike endorsement and be proficient in riding