Irrigation Agronomist

Neno District Council

The Local Government Service Commission is inviting applications from suitably qualified Malawians for the following vacancies existing at Neno District Council.

JOB TITLE : IRRIGATION AGRONOMIST
GRADE: I/M6

DUTIES:

  • Prepare Weekly, Monthly, and Annual Work Plans
  • Prepare training programmes for farmers.
  • Conduct Engineering Surveys and data collection.
  • Coordinate Engineering Extension, Credit Affairs and is responsible for Irrigation Management Committees toward more responsibilities and direct crop diversification and income generating activities
  • Monitor implementation of irrigation
  • Conduct Training Needs Assessment (TNA)
  • Advise on irrigation policy management and maintenance of irrigation schemes as well as farmers.
  • Carry out other duties as assigned from time to time

Educational Qualification

Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Irrigation Agronomy obtained from an accredited institution.

Application letters should be addressed to:

The Executive Secretary
Local Government Service Commission
P.O. Box 766
LILONGWE

Closing date for applications is 24th June 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.