• Application Deadline:
• Position: Contract Farming Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Edo


• Job Field Agriculture / Agro-Allied 
  

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As Contract Farming Officer, you will be responsible for the communications and promotion of our contract farming programs.

Your main duties and responsibilities are:

• Promote our contract farming program with NGOs, Farmers Cooperatives, local government authorities, etc.


• Promote our contract farming program on our website and social media platforms.


• Coordinate with the agricultural team on crop monitoring and quality checking with the contract farmers


• Coordinate with the agricultural team on training to contract farmers


• Coordinate with the agricultural team and the logistics team on the transport of harvested crops to our processing site


• Actively engage with potential and existing contract farmers.


• Facilitate meetings and workshops to educate farmers about the benefits and requirements of the contract farming program.


• Oversee the signing and management of contracts with farmers.


• Ensure that contract terms and conditions are clearly communicated and understood by both parties.


• Maintain comprehensive records of contract farmers, including their contact information, acreage, and crop types.


• Regularly update and manage the contract farmer database.


• Foster positive relationships with the local community and relevant stakeholders


• Gather feedback from contract farmers regarding their experiences with the program.


• Use this feedback to improve program efficiency and farmer satisfaction.


• Generate regular reports on program performance, including farmer engagement, crop quality, and compliance.


• Participate in community development initiatives that align with the organization's goals.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

A suitable candidate must possess;

• Minimum 3yrs proven cognate experience


• Deep knowledge of agricultural supply management


• Understanding of quality standards and agricultural related trends


• Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts


• Proficient in MS Office and ERP software


• Outstanding (written and spoken) communication ability


• Excellent organizational and contract management skills


• Attention to detail


• Hands on marketing, sales, procurement and negotiation experience


• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach


• Minimum BSc/HND in Agricultural Economics, Agro-Business Management/Marketing, Procurement and supply chain management