Field Officer

Role overview

This is a full-time, in-office field position based in Lilongwe. The Field Officer will support farmers, agro-dealers, and partner organizations in getting the best results from the company’s soil testing service, inoculants, and post-harvest storage products. The role centers on hands-on engagement in the field, farmer education, product adoption, and feedback collection.

What you will do

• Visit farms and field sites to demonstrate products and support their correct use.
• Conduct training sessions and practical demonstrations on improved agronomic practices for legumes.
• Promote proper use of hermetic storage solutions and related post-harvest technologies.
• Gather field-level data and track how products are performing in real-world conditions.
• Prepare routine updates on farmer uptake, operational challenges, and market developments.
• Work closely with sales and technical colleagues to coordinate field activities.
• Plan and support field days, community outreach, and farmer engagement events.
• Share observations and recommendations to help improve products and services.
• Travel regularly within the assigned territory and maintain close contact with farmers, cooperatives, NGOs, and government extension staff.

Qualifications and experience

• Practical agricultural field experience, especially with legume crops such as soybean, groundnut, and beans, plus familiarity with seeds, inoculants, and post-harvest handling.
• Understanding of farmer training and extension methods, including demo plots, field days, and group facilitation.
• Ability to collect data, maintain records, and monitor activities using both paper forms and digital tools.
• Good communication and people skills for working with farmers and local stakeholders.
• Self-driven, dependable, and able to work with limited supervision in the field while staying aligned with the wider team.
• Bachelor’s degree or at least a diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agribusiness, Extension, Soil Science, Crop Science, or a similar discipline.
• At least 1 year of experience in a field officer, extension, or comparable agriculture role is preferred.
• Fluency in English and local languages, with willingness to travel frequently around Lilongwe and nearby areas.
• Holding a valid motorbike licence is an added benefit.

Application details

Applicants are instructed to send their CV by email with the subject line: Field Officer Application - [your name].

The application deadline is 26 June 2026.