Field Coordinator (Abuja) at URUS Group

URUS Group was established to meet the needs of dairy and beef cattle producers around the globe today and far into the future. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS connects well-established agricultural organizations – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Jetstream Genetics, PEAK, SCCL and VAS. Each of these organizations has its own unique identity, products and services.

These companies provide cutting-edge genetics to accelerate genetic progress, customized reproductive service to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of smart dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help the cow achieve her genetic potential. Put simply, these companies focus on the cow and her caretaker.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Field Coordinator

Job Identification: 1284
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Schedule: Full time

Role Summary

• As a Field Coordinator with URUS, you will play a critical role in the effective implementation of the Value4Dairy Consortium Project within an assigned region.
• This role ensures the successful execution of genetic improvement programs, farmer engagement, and sustainable commercialization of dairy genetics solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Implementation: Oversee the technical execution of the V4D project in the designated region
• Training & Farmer Mobilization: Organize and facilitate training sessions for farmers and inseminators
• Data Management & Reporting: Collect, document, compile and submit data on field activities
• Commercialization & Distribution Support: Promote and support the commercialization of dairy genetics (semen) in the region
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Assist distributors in monitoring artificial insemination (AI) activities and evaluating the performance of AI technicians
• Semen Handling & Storage: Ensure proper handling and storage of semen to maintain optimal conditions and product integrity
• Farmer Support & Productivity Enhancement: Provide technical assistance and feedback to farmers to improve productivity through the adoption of best practices
• Recruitment & Outreach: Recruit farmers and AI technicians 
• Resource Coordination: Ensure the availability and distribution of training and promotional materials 

Requirements

• Education: Animal Science or Veterinary experience/background
• 2+ years of artificial insemination experience
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office knowledge
• Proficient in BOTH English and Hausa or Fulfulde
• Excitement for progressing farming and dairy production throughout Nigeria.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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