Agricultural Extension Officer

This will include the following:

• To work with the Agriculture Officer to Facilitate and train farmers base on protocol.
• To prepare weekly and monthly reports on activities progress.
• To organize training and education of farmers on the safe and proper use of inputs and implements.
• To demonstrate on farms the proper use and application of input.
• To monitor and assist in collecting data from both demonstration farms and farmer’s farms in the area of operations.
• To work closely with the various communities in the delivery of agriculture extension services
• To develop the capacity of farmers to adopt and implement better practices through exposure to new knowledge, information, skills, inputs and processes to improve the long term performance of their farm businesses;
• To encourage farmers to adopt better practices through exposure to new knowledge, information, skills, inputs and processes to improve the long term performance of their farm businesses;
• To provide technical services for farmers in key parts of value chains where it is more effective and efficient (e.g. For integrated pest and disease management, climate change adaptation techniques, improved data management, veterinary services);
• To work with the Agriculture officer to generate public awareness on important agricultural issues (especially the advantages of local production, quality, climate change and safety), as well as to communicate all aspects of the Project to a wide range of stakeholders
• To perform any other duties as required by the Agriculture officer.

Qualifications Required & Experience

• B.Sc in Agricultural related courses.
• Minimum of 2 years experience.

Required Skills:

• Strong communication, presentation and liaison and interpersonal skills
• Tactfulness
• Keen interest and knowledge of farming and environmental issues
• Knowledge of, and experience in, the application of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
• Ready to visit farmers farm everyday
• An open, flexible and innovative working style
• Ability to take initiative and work without constant supervision.