Field-Based Agricultural Extension Specialist - Smallholders

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Professional development

Flexible work arrangement

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an Agricultural Extension Officer to support smallholder farmers in Soweto through training, advisory services, and field demonstrations. You will connect farmers with research outputs, government programs, and market opportunities to boost productivity and sustainability.

The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork, stakeholder engagement, and the promotion of climate-smart practices, with travel within the Soweto region and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in local languages is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Soweto area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct farmer field schools and workshops on crop management, soil health, pest control, and post-harvest handling.
• Provide on-farm technical advice and demonstrations to farmers and groups.
• Assist farmers in accessing agricultural information, technologies, and inputs.
• Facilitate connections between farmers and markets, buyers, and value chain actors.
• Monitor adoption of practices and assess impact on productivity and sustainability.
• Report on extension activities, progress, and challenges encountered.

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an Agricultural Extension Officer to support smallholder farmers in Soweto through training, advisory services, and field demonstrations. You will connect farmers with research outputs, government programs, and market opportunities to boost productivity and sustainability.

The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork, stakeholder engagement, and the promotion of climate-smart practices, with travel within the Soweto region and surrounding areas.