Sustainable Agriculture Strategy Consultant (Hybrid)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract-based engagement

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Impact on sustainable farming in Free 

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Highly skilled Sustainable Agriculture Consultant based in or near Bloemfontein, Free State. The role combines on-site farm assessments with remote analysis and reporting to help clients adopt ecologically sound, economically viable, and socially responsible farming practices.

You will develop tailored sustainability strategies, conduct training, and monitor progress across soil health, water conservation, biodiversity, and climate resilience in the Free State region.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Sustainable Agriculture, Agronomy, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in agricultural consulting or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of ecological farming, soil and water management, and climate-smart practices.
• Proven ability to translate science into practical farm recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess farming practices and identify sustainability improvement areas.
• Develop customized plans focusing on soil health, water management, biodiversity, and resilience.
• Provide expert guidance on sustainable techniques like cover crops, no-till, IPM, organic fertilization.
• Assist clients with environmental regulations and certification readiness.
• Lead on-farm training for farmers and workers, and monitor progress.

Skills

Sustainable agriculture

Agronomy

Environmental science

Soil science

Climate-smart agriculture

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Sustainable Agriculture

Bachelor's or higher in related field (Environmental Science/Agronomy)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Highly skilled Sustainable Agriculture Consultant based in or near Bloemfontein, Free State. The role combines on-site farm assessments with remote analysis and reporting to help clients adopt ecologically sound, economically viable, and socially responsible farming practices.

You will develop tailored sustainability strategies, conduct training, and monitor progress across soil health, water conservation, biodiversity, and climate resilience in the Free State region.