Digital Agricultural Transformation Manager at Kakuzi PLC

You'll build and embed Kakuzi's digital agriculture platforms, own the data they generate, and keep total visibility across every stream, verified against ground truth in the field. You'll give managers the daily and weekly insights they need to make sharper decisions, upskill them to get the most from the platforms, and help build the multiple, independent sources of truth Kakuzi depends on.

The position is based at Kakuzi PLC Main Office, Makuyu.

Key Responsibilities


Implement and manage digital agriculture platforms (precision agriculture) across operations.
Integrate multiple data sources into a unified management reporting system.
Verify digital data against field conditions to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Drive daily use of digital tools and build digital capability across teams.
Produce weekly and monthly management reports and actionable insights.
Identify and implement AI, machine learning, and data analytics opportunities to improve decision-making and operational performance.
Manage technology vendors and support continuous digital innovation.


Qualifications, Attributes and Experience


Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field. Relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage
Minimum 5 years proven experience implementing digital or precision agriculture solutions for horticulture, tree crops preferred.
Experience in data validation, quality assurance, and/or agricultural analytics.
Knowledge of AI, machine learning, and data-driven decision-making.
Excellent dashboard development and reporting skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to train others.
Experience in horticulture or the Kenyan agricultural sector is an advantage.