Agricultural Extension Specialist - Hybrid Field Advisor

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 360 000 - 600 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Provident fund

Medical aid contribution

Hybrid work model

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an Agricultural Extension Officer to provide technical advice, training, and support to farmers. The role blends on-site field visits with remote consultations, focusing on crop production, soil health, pest management, and water use efficiency.

You will develop farmer plans, train stakeholders, monitor performance, and promote sustainable farming practices while collaborating with researchers and government or private sector partners.

Qualificações

• Diploma or Bachelor's in Agriculture or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in agricultural extension, advisory roles, or crop production support.
• Experience designing and delivering training programs for agricultural stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical guidance on crop management, soil health, pest/disease control, and water use efficiency.
• Organize and conduct farmer training workshops and field days.
• Assist farmers in developing farm plans, including crop selection, input management, and financial planning.
• Monitor crop performance and report emerging challenges to stakeholders.
• Promote adoption of improved agricultural technologies and sustainable farming practices.

Conhecimentos

Agricultural extension

Crop management

Training delivery

Communication

Formação académica

Diploma in Agriculture

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Ferramentas

Agricultural software

Office applications

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an Agricultural Extension Officer to provide technical advice, training, and support to farmers. The role blends on-site field visits with remote consultations, focusing on crop production, soil health, pest management, and water use efficiency.

You will develop farmer plans, train stakeholders, monitor performance, and promote sustainable farming practices while collaborating with researchers and government or private sector partners.