Remote Sustainable Agriculture Innovator

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Remote; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Opportunities to work on innovative s

Workshops and conferences focused on s

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Sustainable Agriculture Specialist to champion environmentally sound farming practices from a distance, targeting the Northern Cape region including Kimberley. You will lead research, design farm strategies, and guide farmers and organizations using data and best practices.

The role requires deep sustainability commitment and strong remote collaboration skills to drive positive change across agricultural systems in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Degree in Sustainable Agriculture, Agronomy, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in sustainable agriculture or environmental resource management.
• Strong knowledge of ecological principles, soil science, water management, biodiversity conservation.
• Experience in developing and implementing farm sustainability plans.
• Ability to conduct research and analyze environmental data.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sustainable agricultural practices, including organic farming, water conservation, and soil health improvement.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and methods that promote environmental sustainability in agriculture.
• Provide expert advice and training to farmers and agricultural stakeholders on sustainable techniques.
• Conduct assessments of farm operations to identify environmental risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop guidelines and best practice manuals for sustainable agriculture.
• Monitor and report on the environmental impact and effectiveness of implemented sustainable strategies.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Degree in Sustainable Agriculture

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Sustainable Agriculture Specialist to champion environmentally sound farming practices from a distance, targeting the Northern Cape region including Kimberley. You will lead research, design farm strategies, and guide farmers and organizations using data and best practices.

The role requires deep sustainability commitment and strong remote collaboration skills to drive positive change across agricultural systems in South Africa.