agricultural consultant

Government of Canada - Western; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian government agency in Manitoba is seeking an individual to conduct agricultural research and provide advisory services to farmers. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and knowledge in agribusiness or environmental management. The individual will be responsible for liaising with various stakeholders and conducting sessions to support farming practices, contributing to environmental preservation efforts. Frequent travel is required, with travel expenses covered by the employer.

Benefits

Travel expenses paid

Gasoline paid

Learning/training paid by employer

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in agriculture-related fields.
• Knowledge of environmental management and agribusiness.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research related to agriculture.
• Prepare and present advisory sessions for farmers.
• Liaise with stakeholders on agricultural matters.
• Share research findings with farmers.

Skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Client focus

Flexibility

Judgement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• Agriculture, general
• Agribusiness/agricultural business operations
• Agriculture, agriculture operations and related sciences, other

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

• Conduct research
• Share research reports to farmers
• Liaise with researchers, educators and government or business managers on matters pertaining to farming and agriculture
• Prepare and conduct advisory information sessions and lectures for farmers and other groups
• Provide counselling and advisory services to farmers on agricultural subjects

Target audience

• Culturally diverse groups

Type of crops

• Greenhouse vegetables

Area of work experience

• Agribusiness
• Agricultural economics or finance
• Environmental management
• Irrigation and drainage
• Plant science
• Soil science
• Plant growth and development

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Additional information

• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Judgement

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employerPaid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance