Job description
- 8 positions available
We are looking for candidates passionate about agriculture and making a difference for the Great Barrier Reef and looking to widen their industry experience.
The Queensland Government has engaged the Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) to facilitate the Agricultural Extension Work Placement Program, an internship-style program for up to eight early-career extension officers (graduates).
The program will enhance graduates’ skills to deliver agricultural and natural resource management projects with landholders in the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) Catchments, developing expertise in one or more of the following: land management, water quality, soil health, and nutrient and pest management.
Graduates will be employed for 15 months to assist in delivering extension services through their host organisations, supported by mentoring from experienced advisors and a tailored training program. Graduates will also have the opportunity to build professional and local networks with their fellow graduates, industry advisors, and previous graduates as well as in their local communities.
Eight positions are available in eight different host organisations across the GBR catchments. Candidates will be able to apply to up to two positions.
To participate in the program, you will need to:
- Have completed studies in Agriculture, Science or Environment (minimum Certificate IV);
- Be a new graduate wanting to enter the extension field or at the beginning of your career with no more than two years of experience in extension or advisory services;
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia; and
- Hold a ‘Class C’ Queensland driver’s license.
For any queries related to the Agricultural Extension Work Placement Program contact Tim Bradley at [email protected] using the subject line: NRM or Agricultural Extension Graduate enquiry via EthicalJobs or phone 0481 010 756.