Crop Advisor – FM1768 Wellington/Paarl Area at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• BSc Agric or similar qualification with more than 5 years relevant experience
• Both BASOS and AVCASA course will be an asset
• Valid driver’s license

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• In depth knowledge regarding the sales of Agricultural Chemicals and Fertilizer products.
• Good knowledge of table and wine grapes, stone fruits, citrus and small grains will count in the candidate’s favour.
• Provide technical services and knowledge to producers
• Computer literacy with basic skills in MS Office software programs (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Facilitation, report writing, and presentation skills will count in the applicant’s favour
• The incumbent must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Bilingual in Afrikaans and English.
• The ideal would be that the person is able to prove his creditworthiness among producers and have a proven record in relation to integrity, results and service.
• A positive attitude in the interaction with people at all levels must be able to be portrayed. Absolute confidentiality, where and when in question, is required.
• Due to the nature of the position, the incumbent will be expected to work on his own initiative and ensure an acceptable level of productivity and time management.