Dairy Extension Officer at FrieslandCampina

Dairy Extension Officer

Hours: 40+ hours

Full-time

Dept: Project Management

 The purpose of this role is to provide expertise to support Small Holder Dairy Farmers and Fulani Milk Producers on improved dairy practices, including feeding, milking hygiene, and herd management techniques in line with the company’s operational plans and strategy to ensure efficiency and growth of raw milk production .

What We Ask

• Bsc/HND (Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Agricultural Extension and Rural Development or other Agric related courses)
• Technical Expertise
• Entrepreneurial skills
• Result Orientation
• Analytical Skills
  
  
  

What We Offer

• A dynamic, challenging, and innovative work environment.
• We believe in nourishing growth and offer training and personal development.
• Competitive remuneration package
  
  
  

Vacancy Description

This role is responsible for the following:

• Drives a progressive safety and Quality culture. Drive safely and report all safety and quality related incident(s)
• Organise monthly training sessions for Fulani and smallholder farmers on improved dairy practices, including feeding, milking hygiene, and herd management techniques.
• Promote regular animal health checks, vaccinations, and deworming to reduce disease outbreaks and improve cow productivity.
• Encourage the adoption of improved cow breeds or crossbreeding methods to increase milk yield and strengthen herd genetics.
• Support farmers in developing proper feed and fodder plans, using locally available and sustainable feed resources.
• Train farmers on clean milking techniques and safe milk handling to improve milk quality and reduce post-milking contamination.
• Track and increase average milk yield per cow, targeting at least a 20–30% improvement over baseline figures within 12 months.
• Engage with FMP and smallholder cooperatives to promote group learning, bulk milk collection, and collective problem-solving.
• Visit farmer groups regularly(minimum twice a month per group) to provide one-on-one support and gather feedback on challenges.
• Assist in setting up basic animal health recordsfor farmers to monitor treatments, calving, and production cycles.
• Create linkages with veterinary officers and animal health services, ensuring farmers have access to timely treatment and expert care.
• Follow up with BMGF activities, report on weekly basis the achievement of BMGF deliverables in your operational areas: Training, Animal health, AI, feed & fodders, women empowerment etc
  
  
  

Staying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. Because it is precisely by embracing our differences that we can grow together. We want to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If who we are suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.

Team Details

Manager (DDP), Milk Collection Centres,

How to Apply

Interested persons should click here to apply