Job Detail

Qualifications & requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be willing to abide by Samaritan’s Purse’s code of conduct and understand the principals of Samaritan’s Purse’s statement of faith, as well as be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Able to identify and diagnose different insect, pest, diseases and deficiency symptoms in greenhouse crops.
2. Able to interpret soil test results and advise appropriate fertilizer application quantities and methods.
3. Able to work in greenhouses and tree groves directly.
4. Well acquainted with irrigation system operations, greenhouse structure repair and maintenance.
5. Concern for others and respect for people of all ethnicities, religions, genders, and backgrounds.
6. Attention to detail, anticipation and follow up are core values of the job function while maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality regarding contracts and salaries.
7. Possesses strong organizational and problem-solving skills within a fast-paced environment.
8. Must be a self-starter and internally driven to success and hard work.
9. Possesses strong cross-cultural communication skills, both written and verbal.
10. Must be a humble team player.
11. Ability to be flexible and adaptable, taking on additional responsibilities as needed.
12. Knowledge of computer systems and its applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel including formulas/formatting.
13. He/she must have analytical and report writing skills.
14. High level of integrity and stewardship.
15. Committed to the SP values and ethics.
16. Above average mathematic skills

Education / Experience Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field preferred but not necessary
• Agricultural experience required (minimum two years of relevant experience)
• Experience working with NGOs preferred

LANGUAGE

• Fluency in Kurdish and Arabic required.
• Proficiency in English is a plus.