Extension Manager

Educational Details: Bachelor degree
City: Patna
State: Bihar
Postal Code: 800020
Occupational Category: Permanent
Recruiter: Shubhajit Kirtaniya - +91 - 8910745515
Qualifications: Bachelor degree
End Date: 2025-05-11
Experience: 3-5 year
Salary: 25000
Industry: Agriculture
Openings: 40
Primary Responsibilities :
Strong understanding and working knowledge of grain growing, mixed
farming systems and rural communities.
- At least 3-5 years experience working in the agriculture sector having developed a
sound understanding of extending agricultural information to the farming community.
- Proven communication skills with farmers, industry partners and project teams as
well as strong personal oral presentation and report writing capability.
- A network of media and communications professionals with whom you have worked
to deliver projects.
- A strong industry network of researchers and agribusiness professionals that you have
worked with and might use for future collaborations.
- A proven track record in maximising opportunities with social media, online and other
relevant technologies.
- Delivery of a range of agricultural events.
- Demonstrated experience in providing strong leadership and management.
- Experience in providing strategic leadership and influencing and leading change in
organisations.
- Demonstrated business acumen.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and an ability to influence others within the team
and organisation in a positive way.
Experience Requirements:
Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in extension services or related agricultural management roles.
- Proven track record in managing projects, developing extension programs, and working with farmers and agricultural communities.
Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate stakeholders.
- Proficiency in project management and reporting.
- Ability to analyze agricultural trends and data to inform extension strategies.
- Familiarity with digital tools and technologies relevant to agricultural extension services.
Knowledge:
- In-depth understanding of agricultural practices, market dynamics, and extension methodologies.
- Awareness of local agricultural policies and regulations.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing environments.
- Passion for community engagement and development in the agricultural sector.
Languages: Fluency in English is required; knowledge of local languages is a plus.
Location
