Additional Skills

• Plan and control budget and expenditures
• Hire, train, direct and motivate staff

Area of Specialization

• Scientific research

Work Setting

• Agriculture, fishing and/or forestry

Type of Crops

• Potatoes

Specific Skills

• Oversee the preparation of reports
• Oversee the analysis of data and information
• Establish procedures and implement policies
• Establish and implement policies and procedures
• Authorize the development of specifications for products or services
• Assign, co-ordinate and review technical projects and programs
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver’s licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Ability to Supervise

• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Technical Experience

• Plant breeding

Personal Suitability

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Organized