Project Manager, Agricultural Technology Solutions

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contractor rate

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible work schedule

Impact on sustainable agriculture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Project Manager for a fully remote contract role focused on deploying agritech solutions across South Africa. You will lead projects from pilot to scale, coordinating with R&D, field operations, farmers, and tech partners to deliver measurable improvements in crop management and yields.

Ideal candidates have a background in agriculture or technology, strong PM skills, and fluency with IoT devices, data analytics, and relevant software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in agriculture or technology sectors.
• Demonstrated experience managing technology deployment projects.
• Familiarity with IoT devices, data analytics, and software applications relevant to agriculture.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Asana).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including farmers and technical experts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of agricultural technology projects from pilot phases to full deployment.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success metrics with R&D and field operations teams.
• Develop detailed project schedules, resource plans, and budgets.
• Coordinate activities between internal technical teams, field staff, farmers, and external technology partners.
• Identify and mitigate project risks to ensure smooth implementation and adoption of new technologies.
• Monitor progress, track milestones, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure solutions meet the needs of farmers and agricultural operations.
• Facilitate training sessions and provide user support for agritech solutions.
• Document project processes, outcomes, and lessons learned.
• Foster strong working relationships with all stakeholders.

Job description

About the Role Our client, a forward-thinking agricultural technology company, is seeking a dynamic Project Manager for a critical contract role focusing on the deployment of innovative agritech solutions. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in **Polokwane, Limpopo, ZA**, or across South Africa. You will lead projects aimed at integrating smart farming technologies, improving crop management, and optimizing agricultural yields. This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a background in agriculture, technology, or project management, eager to make a tangible impact on the future of farming. Join a growing company that is at the forefront of agricultural innovation and offers a flexible, remote working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of agricultural technology projects, from pilot phases to full-scale deployment.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with R&D and field operations teams.
• Develop detailed project schedules, resource plans, and budgets.
• Coordinate activities between internal technical teams, field staff, farmers, and external technology partners.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring smooth implementation and adoption of new technologies.
• Monitor project progress, track key milestones, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure that implemented solutions meet the specific needs of farmers and agricultural operations.
• Facilitate training sessions and provide support to end-users of the agritech solutions.
• Document project processes, outcomes, and lessons learned.
• Foster strong working relationships with all project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably within the agricultural or technology sectors.
• Demonstrated experience managing technology deployment projects.
• Strong understanding of agricultural practices and challenges is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with IoT devices, data analytics, and software applications relevant to agriculture.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Asana).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including farmers and technical experts.

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rate.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge agricultural technology.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Contribute to sustainable agricultural practices.