Agriculture field officer

Job Title: Field Officer – Goat Farming & SHG Formation

Location: Rural Areas (Multiple Locations)

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dedicated Field Officer with a background in B.Sc. Agriculture (preferred) to work closely with farmers in rural areas. The role involves forming Self-Help Groups (SHGs), educating farmers on scientific goat farming techniques, and conducting field surveys to improve livestock productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Visit rural areas to identify and organize farmers into Self-Help Groups (SHGs).
• Provide training and guidance on scientific goat rearing, sustainable feed management, disease prevention, and best farming practices.
• Conduct field surveys to assess farmer needs, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Act as a liaison between farmers and the company, ensuring smooth communication and trust-building.
• Work closely with local veterinary professionals and government agencies to support farmers with necessary services.
• Assist in implementing company programs related to livestock insurance, buyback schemes, and fodder seed support.
• Maintain records and submit regular reports on farmer engagement and project progress.

Qualifications & Skills:

• B.Sc. in Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, or related field (preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience in rural fieldwork, SHG formation, or livestock extension services.
• Strong understanding of goat farming practices, feed management, and animal health care.
• Experience in direct farmer interaction, field surveys, and data collection.
• Good communication skills in local languages.
• Ability to travel frequently and work in rural environments.
• Passion for improving farmer livelihoods and rural development.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Travel allowances for field visits.
• Training and career development opportunities.

If you are passionate about working at the grassroots level and driving real impact in farmers' lives, we encourage you to apply

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Contract length: 48 months

Pay: ₹8, ₹15,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 48 per week

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: In person