Entrepreneur Farmers at natnudO Foods - 4 Openings

natnudO has been revolutionizing the poultry industry for over 10 years. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the Nigerian market’s demand for high-quality animal protein.

We provide a full range of high-quality, tasty animal protein products to satisfy our growing market. Our products offer great value for money while strictly following global best practices for food processing. We maintain a high level of organizational excellence in all aspects of our business, from production to distribution, until the products get to our esteemed consumers. Every product is carefully processed and packaged according to the highest global health standards. All our products are NAFDAC and SON certified.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Entrepreneur Farmer

Location: Ibadan - Oyo, Uyo - Akwa Ibom, Port Harcourt - Rivers and Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• This role aims to facilitate the seamless integration of farmers into the natnuPrenuer scheme, provide them with essential extension services, and ensure their adherence to best practices in broiler rearing.
• Foster a conducive environment for farmers to thrive, achieve desired outcomes, and contribute to the scheme's objectives of increased market share, sales targets attainment, profitability, and sustainability.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Actively recruit farmers to participate in the NatnuPrenuer scheme.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new farmers, ensuring they understand the scheme's requirements, benefits, and expectations and service existing customers.
• Provide comprehensive extension services to farmers, including technical guidance, training, and support on broiler bird-rearing practices.
• Conduct regular farm visits to assess the progress of farmers, identify challenges, and provide timely interventions and solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, serving as their primary point of contact and trusted advisor within the NatnuPrenuer scheme.
• Address farmer inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly and effectively, ensuring high satisfaction and retention levels.
• Monitor the performance of farmers, including key metrics such as bird health, feed conversion ratio, and mortality rates.
• Analyze data and trends to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted interventions to enhance farmer productivity and success.
• Facilitate the sale of broiler birds produced by farmers to the company, ensuring seamless transactions and fair pricing.
• Establish and maintain strong market linkages to optimize the sale of birds and maximize profitability for farmers.
• Coordinate training sessions, workshops, and seminars for farmers to enhance their knowledge and skills in broiler bird-rearing techniques, farm management, and business practices.
• Maintain accurate records of farmer profiles, farm visits, training sessions, and other relevant data.
• Prepare regular reports on farmer performance, challenges, and achievements for management review and decision-making.
• Continuously assess and refine the NatnuPrenuer scheme based on farmer feedback, industry best practices, and emerging trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement within the scheme.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Agribusiness, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of proven experience in agricultural extension services, preferably in poultry farming.
• Strong knowledge of broiler bird-rearing techniques, farm management practices, and agricultural markets.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and data analysis tools.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively to rural areas.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Technical Expertise
• Communication Skills
• Relationship Building
• Problem-Solving
• Market Awareness
• Training and Facilitation
• Data Management
• Adaptability
• Team Collaboration
• Customer Focus.

Expected Behavioral Competencies:

• Empathy
• Customer Orientation
• Problem-Solving Attitude
• Resilience
• Adaptability
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Integrity
• Initiative
• Time Management.

Application Closing Date
13th October, 2025.