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Require an AGRICULTURE GRADUATE TRAINEE in Harare , Zimbabwe

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Posted 11 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Harare, Harare

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position involves supporting agricultural risk surveys, field assessments, and loss diagnostics alongside an Agronomist.
  • Candidates are expected to have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or a related field, with no prior insurance experience required.
  • The role offers a salary of $30,000 per year and requires strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Responsibilities include gathering and analyzing agricultural data, assisting with underwriting, and maintaining accurate records.
  • The ideal candidate should have a genuine interest in the Zimbabwean agricultural sector and be willing to engage with farmers and other stakeholders.
  • Support agricultural risk surveys, field assessments and loss diagnostics alongside the Agronomist.
  • Gather, analyse and document information on crops, farming practices, production conditions and agricultural risk factors.
  • Translate agricultural observations and field findings into structured risk information to support underwriting decisions.
  • Assist with underwriting information, risk grading, supporting documentation and preparation of underwriting-ready field reports.
  • Support registration, documentation and follow-up of agricultural claims, including analysis of loss patterns and risk mitigation opportunities.
  • Research developments in Zimbabwean agriculture, including crops, farming practices, production trends and emerging risks, and provide insights for product development.
  • Maintain accurate agricultural risk, survey, claims and portfolio information and assist with reports, dashboards and management information.
  • Support engagement with farmers, distribution partners and other stakeholders, and participate in relevant agricultural training and client initiatives.
  • Build practical knowledge of insurance principles, underwriting, claims, reinsurance and agricultural insurance products through structured on-the-job learning.


Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from a recognised university.
  • Preferred disciplines include Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, Animal Science, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness or another relevant agricultural field.
  • Strong interest in the Zimbabwean agricultural sector and genuine curiosity about the intersection between agriculture and insurance.
  • Strong analytical, research, report-writing and information-interpretation skills.
  • Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High attention to detail and ability to work accurately with technical information and data.
  • Ability and willingness to work in the field and travel when required.
  • Strong learning agility, initiative, teamwork and willingness to receive coaching and feedback.
  • A clean Class 4 Driver’s Licence is an added advantage.
  • No prior insurance experience is required; structured on-the-job training will be provided.





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