Agriculture Graduate Trainee – Harare, Zimbabwe

About the role

This graduate trainee position supports agricultural risk surveys, field assessments and loss diagnostics alongside an Agronomist. You will help translate field observations into structured risk information for underwriting decisions and assist with claim registration and analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct agricultural risk surveys, field assessments and loss diagnostics.
• Gather, analyse and document data on crops, farming practices and production conditions.
• Convert field findings into risk information to support underwriting.
• Prepare underwriting‑ready field reports and support risk grading.
• Assist with registration, documentation and follow‑up of agricultural claims.
• Research developments in Zimbabwean agriculture and provide insights for product development.
• Maintain accurate risk, survey, claims and portfolio data and contribute to reports and dashboards.
• Engage with farmers, distribution partners and stakeholders, and participate in training initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (e.g., Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, Animal Science, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness).
• Strong interest in Zimbabwean agriculture and curiosity about the link between agriculture and insurance.
• Analytical, research and report‑writing abilities with high attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in the field and travel as required.
• Learning agility, initiative, teamwork and openness to coaching.
• Clean Class 4 driver’s licence is an advantage (not mandatory).

Required skills