Sustainable Agriculture Extension Officer Job Vacancy in Grootfontein, Namibia – Agriculture & Extension Services
Job Description
Position: Sustainable Agriculture Extension Officer
Company: African Agricultural Finance Facility
Location: Grootfontein, Namibia
Experience: 3-5 years
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Agriculture
Department: Extension Services
Vacancies: 1
Company Overview
The African Agricultural Finance Facility (AAFF) is a leading provider of financial services to the agricultural sector in Africa. Our mission is to promote sustainable agricultural development by providing access to finance, technical assistance, and capacity building to smallholder farmers, agricultural businesses, and other stakeholders in the agricultural value chain.
We are committed to supporting the growth and development of the agricultural sector in Namibia, and we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sustainable Agriculture Extension Officer to join our team.
Job Overview
The Sustainable Agriculture Extension Officer will be responsible for providing technical assistance and support to smallholder farmers and agricultural businesses in Namibia. The successful candidate will work closely with our team to design and implement sustainable agriculture projects, provide training and capacity building to farmers, and monitor and evaluate project progress.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical assistance and support to smallholder farmers and agricultural businesses in Namibia
- Design and implement sustainable agriculture projects
- Provide training and capacity building to farmers
- Monitor and evaluate project progress
- Collaborate with other stakeholders in the agricultural value chain
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in agricultural extension or related field
- Strong knowledge of sustainable agriculture practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field
Experience
3-5 years of experience in agricultural extension or related field
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a leading provider of financial services to the agricultural sector in Africa
- Professional development and capacity building opportunities
Training
The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training and capacity building to ensure their success in the role.
Working Environment
The Sustainable Agriculture Extension Officer will be based in Grootfontein, Namibia, and will be required to travel frequently to rural areas.
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Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter and CV, to our website.
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Equal Opportunity Statement
The African Agricultural Finance Facility is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.
