Extension Officer at Pullus Africa

Key Responsibilities

● Conduct regular visits to farmers’ locations to provide extension support
and guidance on poultry farming practices.

● Educate farmers on best practices in breeding, rearing, health
management, and disease prevention for poultry farming.

● Assess existing poultry production systems and provide recommendations for improvements in biosecurity, housing, feeding,
and waste management.

● Organize and deliver training sessions and workshops on topics such as
poultry nutrition, feed formulation, and feed management.

● Collaborate with farmers to develop tailored feeding programs based on
their production goals and available resources.

● Monitor and evaluate farmers’ operations, identifying areas that require
additional support or intervention.

● Assist the Extension Manager in designing training schedules and developing educational materials and curriculum.

● Facilitate farmers’ access to credit and financing options, including
guidance on loan application processes and financial management.

● Keep up to date with the latest advancements in poultry farming and
share relevant information with farmers to boost their productivity and
profitability.

● Maintain accurate records and documentation of farm profiles, visits,
training sessions, and extension services provided.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science, Animal Science, or a related field. A certification in poultry farming or extension services is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in agricultural extension work, preferably within poultry farming.
• Extensive knowledge of poultry farming practices, production systems and nutrition with prior experience working with poultry farmers.
• Strong communication skills, ability to educate and train farmers, excellent problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in using digital tools for record-keeping