Extension Officer

Job Responsibilities

• Introduce new farmers to the collection center.
• Engage in agricultural activities and meet with farmers and government organizations to stay updated on the latest agricultural technologies to ensure vegetables and fruits are properly grown.
• Encourage current farmers to improve their crop harvest and quality.
• Ensure sustainability and consistency of the quality and availability of fruits and vegetables.
• Visit agricultural sites and maintain documentation.
• Identify new sourcing locations and products that can be sold in supermarkets.
• Work closely with farmers.
• Communicate the current condition of products to the collection center team.
• Identify current issues, future risks, and opportunities, and inform the Head Office team.
• Conduct required farmer training programs.
• Conduct quality-related training programmes for collection center staff.
• Lead relevant agricultural projects while monitoring and documenting progress.
• Ensure stock maintenance for agricultural projects.

Person Specifications

• Diploma in Agriculture with sound technical knowledge and management skills, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 1–2 years' work experience in a similar capacity.
• Good communication skills in English, Sinhala, and Tamil.
• Knowledge of the internal and external environments of the agriculture industry.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent task prioritization, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.