Join Crop Productivity increase (CPI Agribusiness) as a Sales Agronomist — this full time role is based in Erigavo Ceerigaabo. Professionals with a background in Business and at least 2 - 3 years of experience are encouraged to apply. Applications are open until Oct, 15. Don't miss this opportunity.
Job Title:
Sales Agronomist
Company:
Crop Productivity Increase (CPI Agribusiness)
Location:
Erigavo, Sanaag Region, Somaliland
Employment Type:
Full-time
Reports To:
Agribusiness Manager
1.
About the Company
Crop Productivity Increase (CPI) is a leading agricultural and livestock development company committed to enhancing productivity, sustainability, and food security across the Horn of Africa. Through innovative and locally driven solutions, we empower farmers, pastoralists, and agribusinesses to thrive in a changing climate.
Job Summary
The
Sales Agronomist
based in Erigavo will drive commercial growth by combining technical agronomic expertise with direct sales execution.
This role bridges high-value farm inputs (seeds, water-soluble fertilizers, crop protection, and irrigation equipment) with practical technical extension to farmers, cooperatives, and commercial growers across the Sanaag region.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
A. Commercial Sales & Market Development
B. Technical Advisory & Field Support
C. Field Demonstrations & Extension
D
. Market Intelligence & Reporting
- Drive sales targets for CPI’s crop protection suite, specialized plant nutrition, seeds, and farm equipment across Erigavo and the broader Sanaag region.
- Map out local agricultural potential, identifying key commercial farmers, cooperatives, and agro-dealers to build a robust sales pipeline.
- Manage customer accounts, process orders, oversee product deliveries, and manage credit/cash collection terms responsibly.
- Conduct field visits and diagnostic assessments to provide tailored advice on soil health, crop nutrition, pest management, and water usage.
- Recommend precise CPI input packages (e.g., targeted NPK blends, fertigation, plant protection chemicals) tailored to local soil and climatic conditions.
- Advise growers on greenhouse setup, drip irrigation practices, and high-value horticultural crops (fruits and vegetables).
- Establish and manage local Demonstration Plots to showcase the yield advantages of CPI seeds, fertilizers, and technology packages.
- Organize farmer field days, workshops, and technical training sessions for local agricultural communities and lead farmers.
- Track local crop trends, market price fluctuations, competitor activities, and pest/disease outbreaks in the Sanaag region.
- Provide weekly and monthly sales forecasts, field visit summaries, and client feedback reports to regional management.
About Erigavo Ceerigaabo
Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Cusub