Technical Officer (Agricultural)

Job Title: Technical Officer (Agricultural)

Salary: £23,650

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!