Extension Officer

About this role

Pullus Africa Solutions Ltd is looking for an Extension Officer in Lagos to support poultry farmers by providing education, training and on-site assistance. The role focuses on improving farming practices, biosecurity, housing, feeding and health management to boost productivity and profitability. The officer will work directly with farmers, delivering trainings, developing feeding programs, and helping farmers access credit and financing. They will also assist the Extension Manager with training schedules, materials and curriculum, and keep records of visits and extension activities. The employer operates a poultry-focused supply chain platform that aims to improve access to markets, finance and advisory services for poultry farmers in Africa.

What you would do

• Visit farmers to provide extension support and guidance on poultry farming practices.
• Educate farmers on breeding, rearing, health management and disease prevention.
• Assess production systems and recommend improvements in biosecurity, housing, feeding and waste management.
• Organise and deliver training sessions and workshops on nutrition, feed formulation and feed management.
• Collaborate with farmers to develop tailored feeding programmes based on goals and resources.
• Monitor and evaluate farmers' operations to identify needs for further support.
• Assist the Extension Manager in designing training schedules and educational materials.
• Help farmers access credit and financing, including guidance on loan applications and financial management.
• Keep up to date with poultry farming advances and share relevant information with farmers.
• Maintain records of farm profiles, visits, training sessions and services provided.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, Animal Science or related field.
• Certification in poultry farming or extension services is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in agricultural extension, preferably in poultry farming.
• Extensive knowledge of poultry farming practices, production systems and nutrition.
• Strong communication skills and ability to educate and train farmers.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for record-keeping.

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