Extension Officer at Pullus Africa Solutions Limited

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

Location: Kaduna
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.
• 2 - 3 years experience.
• 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
19th July, 2024.