Extension Officer at Pullus Africa - Nasarawa & Kaduna

Pullus is leveraging on data-driven technology to connect poultry farmers to affordable finance, better markets, advisory services, global best practices and quality inputs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Extension Officer

Locations: Kaduna and Nasarawa
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As an Extension Officer at Pullus Africa, your primary responsibility will be to provide comprehensive extension support to poultry farmers.
• You will play a crucial role in managing and guiding farmers, ensuring they receive the necessary information, training, and resources to enhance their poultry production. By leveraging your expertise in poultry farming, production, and nutrition, you will contribute to the success of our platform by delivering valuable extension services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular visits to farmers' locations to provide on-site extension support and guidance.
• Educate farmers on best practices related to poultry farming, including breeding, rearing, health management, and disease prevention.
• Assess farmers' existing production systems and provide recommendations for improvement, considering factors such as biosecurity, housing, feeding, and waste management.
• Deliver training sessions and workshops to farmers on topics such as poultry nutrition, feed formulation, and feed management.
• Collaborate with farmers to develop customized feeding programs based on their specific poultry production goals and available resources.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of farmers' operations, identifying areas where additional support or intervention is required.
• Assist the Extension Manager in designing and planning training schedules and curriculum.
• Facilitate farmers' access to credit or financing options for input procurement, providing guidance on loan application processes and financial management.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements and trends in poultry farming and nutrition, and share relevant information with farmers to enhance their productivity and profitability.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of farmers' profiles, visits, training sessions, and extension services provided.

Requirements

• Resides in Kaduna or Nassarawa
• First Degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, or a related field. A specialization in Poultry Science or Poultry Production would be an advantage.
• Prior experience working directly with poultry farmers and extensive knowledge of poultry farming practices, production systems, and nutrition.
• Familiarity with various poultry breeds, their characteristics, and their suitability for different production purposes.
• Strong understanding of biosecurity measures, disease prevention, and health management practices in poultry farming.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver effective training programs and workshops for farmers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with farmers and effectively convey technical information.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail for maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Willingness to travel to farmers' locations regularly and work in rural or remote areas as needed.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, identify challenges, and provide innovative solutions to support farmers' success.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Only qualified applicants will be shortlisted.