Agricultural Extension Specialist

Job Title: Agricultural Extension Specialist

About the Job:

• We are seeking an experienced Agricultural Extension Specialist to support farmers in producing seed that meets PepsiCo standards.
• The successful candidate will work under the direction of Company management and agricultural experts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Crop scouting and follow-ups to ensure adherence to good agricultural practices on farms producing potatoes for PepsiCo.
2. Provide farm advisory services and assist farmers from sowing through harvesting and handling.
3. Monitor crop performance and recommend corrective actions.
4. Participate in training and transfer of best practices to farmers in Pakistan.
5. Assist in variety trials, evaluation, and research as required.
6. Develop new areas/geographies for disease-free, quality seed production.
7. Maintain seed and chip stock traceability from seed to finished goods as part of the SQA journey.
8. Train field teams and farmers' staff on crop best practices.
9. Utilize agro machinery and field operation solutions for cost-effective quality management.
10. Manage specific potato projects and programs under supervision.
11. Support farmers in improved crop management.
12. Assist the Seed Development Manager (SDM) in AOP volume procurement.
13. Support SDM in potato variety field trials in Pakistan.
14. Conduct farm visits and provide advisory services.
15. Perform field testing, data collection, and handle grower complaints.
16. Provide general advice to growers without brand recommendations.
17. Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Requirements:

• B.Sc. (Hons.)/M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture
• Knowledge of potato growing areas, farmers, and crop management
• Technical knowledge of pest control
• Fluent in local languages
• Computer skills
• 1-2 years' supervisory experience with pesticide/seed companies or 2-3 years of agro-based field work

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Collaborates well with others
• Works against right priorities
• Perseveres and demonstrates resilience
• Displays responsible and ethical behavior