FRS Recruitment is now inviting applications for the role of ‘Farm Liaison Team Leader’, on behalf of a leading Irish Agribusiness. Indeed, this is a full-time permanent role.
Contract: Full time perm
The Role
- Aid the development of the farm liaisons and provide the bridge between them and management
- Provide support and advice to our wider programme team
- Provide advice and guidance to our beef farmers & customers on a range of topics including genetics, nutrition, and sustainability measures
- Lead a technical advice programme through developing regular updates to our programme farmers through social media, newsletters, text messages and online articles
- Support farmers in planning for and implementing improved management practices on farm
- To support / organise / deliver farm events such as farm walks, discussion groups and media outputs
- Undertaking administrative duties, updating information, and preparing reports
- Assist in developing knowledge transfer initiatives and provide regular updates to senior management on key matters in this area
- Grow and enhance our new Young Farmers Academy – liaise with young farmers, assist in calf purchasing, offer advice and support to members and all other administrative responsibilities
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time
- You will be responsible for a range of projects that will be assigned to you to complete
Candidate
- Good knowledge in ruminant production with first-hand experience and understanding of beef production with a key focus on nutrition and production systems.
- Experience in managing and developing a team
- Ability to develop, lead, drive programmes and initiatives.
- Self-starter who is highly motivated and can work relatively autonomously while also capable of working in a team environment when needed.
- Competent in the dissemination of information through various social media platforms, farmer events and one to one communication with our suppliers.
How to Apply
- Apply today by uploading your CV, your application will be treated with strict confidence
