Agri Extension Manager at Olam International Limited Full Time

Job Title: Agri Extension Manager

Location: Ilorin, Kwara

Job Description

• Mobilize farmer groups to get into & increase Soybean production:
  • Develop a package of best agronomic practices for Soybean cropping and advise/ train the growers to adopt the same to ensure increased yield & productivity
  • Conducting detailed cost of production studies and find avenues for increasing farmer profitability
  • Monitoring of weather & other developments to update production estimates and assess the impact of various scenarios on yields
  • Input distribution and credit accounting, if needed
• Build and sustain a reliable Soybean out-grower base in the catchment areas (Kwara & Niger) and ensure a sustainable supply of high-quality produce for IFP’s Soy crush facility
  • Quality seed production through out-growers for the participating farmers
  • Build an operational team to run the farming out-grower program – Scheduling operations as well as resources and monitor the activities in the field to achieve production and buyback targets
• Acquire funding for the Soybean agri-extension through multi-lateral agencies and stake holder management (International donor organisations/ Developmental agencies, social/ community organisations, Nigerian governmental agencies & Statutory bodies and internal departments)

Key Deliverables

• Improved productivity and increased production volumes for farmers
• Management of out-grower program and volume of buyback from the farmers
• Donor funding from Global developmental agencies/ NGOs and through domestic schemes in Nigeria to sponsor farmer programs

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Agriculture.
• Must have expertise in Soybean cropping and 7 – 10 years of experience in managing farmer / out-grower / contract farming and agricultural extension services
• Proven experience in obtaining donor funding from NGOs and multi-lateral agencies
• Understanding of seed production, crop management and buyback of produce
• Knowledge on agro-climate, soil fertility, disease & pest control

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Note

• Olam is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.