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State Coordinator - Out Grower Program

State Coordinator - Out Grower Program

Olam AgriNigeria, NG
24 days ago
Job description

Job title : State Coordinator - Out Grower Program

Job Location : Nigeria Deadline : February 13, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Description

  • Coordinate the activities of the out-grower scheme of the state and report daily activities to the National Coordinator
  • Identify and Collate data for all the out-growers for Rice farmers in the state.
  • Providing Agricultural Extension Services related to Crop Protection, Good Agricultural Practices in coordination with other agencies
  • Undertake frequent travel across the state to visit farmers registered with the out-grower scheme and increase Olam Agri's visibility with the farmers.
  • Coordinate crop evaluation trials within the state for adoption by the farmers
  • Organise and conduct training for extension agents and farmers across locations within the state in conjunction with the consultants.
  • Developing and maintaining strong, professional relationships with farmers to facilitate smooth produce collection and encourage ongoing participation in the program.
  • Able to create links between the farmers and input providers within and outside the state.
  • Ensuring that farmers understand and adhere to the quality standards and quantity specifications set by the company.
  • Provide support to the company procurement team for smooth off-taker of the products from the out-grower
  • Requirements

  • The candidate must have B.Sc. or HND in Crop Production, Agronomy, Agric. Econ, Agric Extension, or related fields. Master's degree will be an added advantage.
  • The candidate must have 5 -10 years of field experience in farming operations, Our-Grower program, or extension activities.
  • Hands-on experience in the design and implementation of sustainable smallholder out-grower schemes in Nigeria.
  • Must be computer literate
  • Ability to speak local languages within the middle belt region will be an added advantage