Extension Officer
Location | Arusha, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | October 16, 2023 |
Category | Management |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | TZS |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct regular visits to farms and rural communities to assess current agricultural practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide farmers with training and workshops on modern and sustainable farming
techniques, crop management, livestock care, and other agricultural topics.
• Educate farmers on the use of new technologies, equipment, and inputs.
• Offer guidance on crop selection, planting, and harvesting times.
• Advise on soil testing, fertilization, and pest and disease management.
• Assist in livestock management, including animal health, nutrition, and breeding practices.
• Facilitate access to markets by connecting farmers with buyers, cooperatives, or agricultural value chains.
• Provide information on market prices and trends
• Promote the adoption of modern agricultural technologies and practices, such as precision farming, organic farming, and agribusiness ventures
Key qualifications for the Applicant
• A Bachelor’s Degree in General Agriculture, Agriculture Science, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field is required.
• Strong knowledge of Agricultural Practices, Crop Management, Livestock care, and sustainable farming techniques is essential.
• Relevant certifications, such as Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) or other agricultural certifications, can enhance your qualifications. Additionally, ongoing training and professional development in agricultural practices and extension methods are beneficial
• The candidate should be at the age of 27 to 40.
Applying Instructions
Documents are needed Qualified candidates should send their applications
attaching detailed CV, certified of copies of academic credentials, reference letters from former employers (all in a single file) via email: recruitment@acu.co.tz
Please address your application to addressing to:
Chairperson, Arusha Cooperative Union Ltd. P.O.
Box 7073, Arusha, Tanzania
Competitive remuneration and fringe benefits to be offered to the highly qualified candidate