Organic Farming Advisor - Maternity Cover (Home-Based)

Soil Association; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading environmental charity in the UK is looking for a part-time Farming Advisor to provide expert advice and knowledge on organic and agroecological farming. This role includes transitioning farmers to sustainable practices, delivering training, and facilitating learning networks. The ideal candidate will have experience in livestock systems, solid advising skills, and a full UK driving license. The position offers benefits like flexible working hours and additional holidays based on tenure.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Free membership discounts

Volunteer days

Family friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Engaging workplace

Qualifications

• Experience with livestock and grass-based systems.
• Ability to work face-to-face and online.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on organic conversion to farmers.
• Deliver knowledge exchange programmes and training.
• Coordinate field labs and Learning Networks.

Skills

Experience in organic farming advice

Facilitating meetings

Knowledge of agroecological practices

Presentation skills

Job description

A leading environmental charity in the UK is looking for a part-time Farming Advisor to provide expert advice and knowledge on organic and agroecological farming. This role includes transitioning farmers to sustainable practices, delivering training, and facilitating learning networks. The ideal candidate will have experience in livestock systems, solid advising skills, and a full UK driving license. The position offers benefits like flexible working hours and additional holidays based on tenure.