Remote Agriculture Strategy Consultant

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Diverse client base

Professional development allowance

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Agricultural Consultant to advise agricultural producers nationwide. This fully remote role focuses on crop management, soil health, resource optimization, and sustainable farming practices to boost productivity and profitability.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Agriculture, with 8+ years in consulting, research, or farm management, and is proficient with agricultural software and data analysis tools.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Agriculture or related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in agricultural consulting, research, or farm management.
• Broad knowledge of crop types, farming systems, and regional challenges.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and provide practical solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with agricultural software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advisory services for crop production, pest management, and soil fertility.
• Analyze farm data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop customized sustainable farming recommendations and water management strategies.
• Stay updated on research, technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Conduct remote consultations via video, phone, and email.

Education

Master's degree in Agriculture

PhD in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Agricultural software

Data analysis tools

Virtual communication platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Agricultural Consultant to advise agricultural producers nationwide. This fully remote role focuses on crop management, soil health, resource optimization, and sustainable farming practices to boost productivity and profitability.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Agriculture, with 8+ years in consulting, research, or farm management, and is proficient with agricultural software and data analysis tools.