Position available for a Drystock Advisor in Midleton, Co Cork

• Lead the development of sustainable agricultural production systems across a particular geographic area as part of a locally based advisory team.
• Contribute to and support the overall Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System (AKIS) that provides support to farm families engaged in agriculture and rural enterprise.
• Challenge and support farmers and clients in a nominated region by effectively using a range of advisory tools including one to one support, discussion group, short education course, demonstrations / public events / meeting activities.
• Provide physical and financial analysis & business planning for development of farm business.

A full list of job objectives are available here 

Qualifications

Essential: A QQI Level 8 degree in Agricultural Science which includes the majority of the following modules completed within their degree, Animal Husbandry, Crop Husbandry, Soils/Geology (soil science compulsory), Environment, Farm Financial Management, Biology, Chemistry (highly desirable), Maths, and Genetics.

Desirable: Level 9 or 10 post graduate qualification. Experience carrying out similar agricultural advisory/educational/training/facilitation roles.

Please note:

• Candidates must satisfy legal requirements to drive unaccompanied on Irish public roads.
• It is essential that the applicants Agriculture Science degree qualification is eligible for FAS registration.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 12th May 2022. 

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