Remote Regenerative Farming Systems Manager

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Sustainable Farming Systems Manager to lead the design, implementation and oversight of innovative farming systems that minimize environmental impact while maximizing ecological health globally.

You will collaborate with farmers, researchers and sustainability experts across time zones, guiding biodiversity, soil, water and carbon initiatives, and delivering remote consulting, assessments and training.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Sustainable Agriculture, Agroecology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years designing and managing sustainable agricultural systems with field experience.
• Expertise in organic farming, regenerative agriculture, permaculture and ecological principles.
• Strong knowledge of soil science, hydrology, and plant biology in ecology context.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting on environmental metrics.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage integrated sustainable farming systems, incorporating principles of agroecology and regenerative agriculture.
• Develop strategies for enhancing soil health, including composting, cover cropping, and reduced tillage practices.
• Implement water conservation techniques and optimize irrigation systems for maximum efficiency.
• Promote biodiversity within agricultural landscapes through habitat creation and diverse cropping systems.
• Oversee carbon footprint assessments and develop plans for carbon sequestration in soils.
• Provide expert remote consultation and support to farmers implementing sustainable practices.
• Conduct virtual farm assessments and develop tailored improvement plans based on ecological principles.
• Stay abreast of the latest research, technologies, and policies related to sustainable agriculture and climate-smart farming.
• Develop training materials and conduct online workshops for farmers and agricultural professionals.
• Monitor the performance and impact of implemented systems, collecting and analyzing data to demonstrate environmental and economic benefits.

Skills

Remote communication

Project management

Data analysis

GIS

Agroecology

Sustainable agriculture

Education

Master's or PhD in Sustainable Agriculture/Agroecology/Environmental Science

Tools

GIS tools

Environmental modeling

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Sustainable Farming Systems Manager to lead the design, implementation and oversight of innovative farming systems that minimize environmental impact while maximizing ecological health globally.

You will collaborate with farmers, researchers and sustainability experts across time zones, guiding biodiversity, soil, water and carbon initiatives, and delivering remote consulting, assessments and training.