Agricultural Extension Officer: Climate-Smart Farming

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybride; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid scheme

Provident fund

Professional development

Annual leave and public holidays

Field travel support

Conferences networking

Contribution to food security and SADC

Engaging community development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Extension Officer to support farming communities around Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will train farmers, provide technical advice, and promote sustainable farming practices to boost productivity and livelihoods.

This field-based role requires strong communication, ability to work with diverse groups, and travel across the region. You'll liaise with research bodies, government agencies, and NGOs to access resources and drive community development.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in agricultural extension or community development.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, livestock management, and sustainable farming.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the Vereeniging area.
• Proficiency in local languages relevant to the Vereeniging region.
• Experience organizing and delivering training programs.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsabilités

• Provide technical advice and training to farmers on modern techniques.
• Promote sustainable and climate-smart practices.
• Organize farmer field days, workshops, and demonstrations.
• Assess community needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Liaise with research institutions, government agencies, NGOs.
• Monitor activities and report trends, challenges, and successes.
• Assist farmers in accessing government programs and subsidies.
• Educate on soil health, water management, pest/disease control.
• Support development of farmer cooperatives and community initiatives.
• Educate on market access, value addition, and post-harvest management.
• Maintain records of farmer interactions and outcomes.
• Advocate for farming community needs at relevant forums.

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Extension Officer to support farming communities around Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will train farmers, provide technical advice, and promote sustainable farming practices to boost productivity and livelihoods.

This field-based role requires strong communication, ability to work with diverse groups, and travel across the region. You'll liaise with research bodies, government agencies, and NGOs to access resources and drive community development.