Details:
- Salary: £23,650 - Annum
- Location: Stoneleigh Warwickshire
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Job Title: Technical Officer (Agricultural)
Salary: £23,650
Job Status: 1 Year fixed contract
Location: Leamington Spa (Hybrid Working: Min 1 day/week in office)
22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Hybrid Working
Generous Pension
SAGE Benefits Package
About our client:
Our client is dedicated to promoting and supporting more sustainable farming practices, aiming to build a resilient food and farming system for future generations.
The Role:
As a Technical Officer (Agricultural) You will collaborate with the Technical and Business Development Teams, as well as other key stakeholders, to develop and implement our clients’ internal projects and programs.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and support the execution of activities, tasks, and projects to meet agreed-upon objectives and timelines.
* Monitor project budgets and timelines, providing reports on progress and deviations as needed.
* Develop and communicate project and program plans, coordinating with key stakeholders to ensure understanding and adherence to timelines.
* Provide regular updates and reports on the progress of tasks, projects, and programs.
* Offer support to a variety of stakeholders.
* Conduct or assist with progress and impact analyses.
* Contribute to the development of our client’s core resources and services, and support both virtual and in-person events.
* Build and maintain effective relationships with project and program stakeholders, members, supporters, and key influencers, supporting business development activities as directed.
* Perform any other tasks as required to support operational priorities.
What we need from you:
Knowledge and Experience:
* Strong background in the agricultural sector.
* Proven experience in task and project coordination, with a track record of meeting defined priorities and targets.
* Proficient in using databases and handling technical data.
* Excellent computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
* Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to write detailed reports and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholder audiences, including delivering occasional presentations.
Skills and Experience:
* In-depth knowledge and experience in the agricultural industry.
* Experience in coordinating tasks and projects.
* Proven ability to work towards defined priorities, deadlines, and targets.
* Exceptional communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
Person Specification:
* Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline or industry sector.
* Proactive and self-managing, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
* Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
* Creative, with a problem-solving mindset.
* Personable, adaptable, flexible, practical, and hands-on.
* Skilled in building effective relationships and influencing others.
If you have a passion for the environment and the agricultural sector and are eager to contribute to impactful projects and programs – Apply Now