Kajuju KirimiKK
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Kajuju Kirimi

@kajujukirimi

Strategic horticulture professional specializing in postharvest management.

Kenya

What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to leverage my expertise in postharvest management and contribute to sustainable practices in horticulture.

I am a strategic horticulture professional with a strong focus on postharvest management, cold chain logistics, and export operations. My expertise lies in optimizing quality control systems and reducing postharvest losses, ensuring compliance with global export standards. I am passionate about driving efficiency in horticulture supply chains, enhancing market access, and increasing profitability.

Currently, I serve as a Project Manager at Kajulu Hills Eco-Villages, where I lead daily agricultural operations and specialize in postharvest handling and farm-to-market strategies. I have successfully developed workflows that improved product quality and minimized postharvest losses by 20%. My previous experience as a Project Planner in Costa Rica involved managing postharvest handling protocols and conducting market research to identify opportunities for export expansion.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with quality control teams to ensure compliance with international standards, and I have trained teams on best practices in fruit handling. I hold a BSc in Horticulture from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, and I am committed to continuous learning and improvement in the field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Project Manager

Kajulu Hills Eco-Villages

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Led daily agricultural operations with a focus on postharvest handling and farm-to-market strategies. Developed workflows that improved product quality and reduced postharvest losses by 20%. Trained teams on best practices in fruit handling and export standards.

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Project Planner

Planeta Sano

Mar 2023 - Jun 2023 (3 months)

Managed postharvest handling protocols for seed preservation and distribution, utilizing innovative storage solutions. Conducted market research on global demand for tropical fruits to inform export strategies.

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Postharvest & Quality Control Assistant

Kenya Horticultural Exporters

Feb 2022 - Apr 2022 (2 months)

Assisted in managing postharvest operations for export-grade horticultural products, focusing on fruit quality preservation. Monitored cold chain logistics and collaborated with quality control teams to ensure compliance with certification standards.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology logoJT

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Bachelor of Science, Horticulture

2020 - 2023

Studied Horticulture with a focus on postharvest management, cold chain logistics, and export operations. Gained expertise in optimizing quality control systems and reducing postharvest losses.

Tech stack

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