Farmer Recruitment Agent

Job description

We are looking for dynamic Recruitment Agents to mobilize and recruit eligible farmers for our transformational 1-for-1 Lupini Beans Contract Farming Program. If you are passionate about agriculture and rural development, this is your chance to make a real impact!

Key responsibilities:

Identify, assess, and recruit eligible farmers within your district

Clearly communicate project objectives, terms, and benefits to farmers

Assist farmers in completing the online registration

Support farmers through enrolment and initial training stages

Collaborate with our central team to meet recruitment targets

 Requirements:

Must reside in the district of application
Possess a smartphone with internet access
Fluent in local language(s)
Ability to clearly explain project details to farmers
Comfortable with online registration processes
Passion for rural development and farmer empowerment

Qualifications:

Minimum Academic Qualification: Must have completed at least a Grade 12 Certificate, with passes in key subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science or Agriculture being an added advantage.

Experience in Agricultural Extension: Individuals with prior experience working with farming communities, NGOs, or agricultural outreach programs are encouraged to apply.

Government Extension Workers: Applicants currently serving as Camp Officers or any frontline staff under the Ministry of Agriculture are strongly encouraged to apply, as their existing relationships and knowledge of local farming dynamics will be highly valuable to the project.

Community Trust & Engagement: Must be well-respected within the local community and capable of mobilizing farmers, coordinating with local leaders, and maintaining accurate records.

Personal Attributes: Integrity, reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a field-based role.