Extension Officer – Sorghum

Location: Moshi, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Requisition ID: 30095985
Application Deadline: 9 June 2026

About the Company

AB InBev is the world’s leading brewer, committed to bringing people together for a better world through its portfolio of more than 500 beer brands. The company works closely with farmers, entrepreneurs, retailers, and communities to promote sustainable growth and development.

Position Summary

The Extension Officer – Sorghum will be responsible for driving sustainable sorghum production in the Dodoma Region by supporting farmers to achieve optimum yields, quality standards, and supply targets aligned with the company’s sourcing strategy.

The role focuses on farmer mobilization, agronomic support, sustainable farming practices, productivity improvement, and supply chain development.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Farmer Mobilization and Registration

Mobilize, recruit, and register sorghum farmers within the assigned region.
Maintain updated records of participating farmers and production areas.

Agronomic Support

Ensure timely implementation of:
- Land preparation
- Planting
- Weeding
- Harvesting activities
Promote adherence to recommended agronomic practices.
Ensure implementation of:
- Soil fertility management
- Moisture conservation techniques
- Crop rotation practices

Seed and Input Management

Ensure farmers use only certified sorghum seed supplied by the company.
Verify acreage and determine input requirements.
Monitor proper seed rates during planting.
Ensure timely and correct application of:
- Herbicides
- Fungicides
- Insecticides

Crop Monitoring and Technical Advisory

Monitor crop performance throughout the production cycle.
Provide technical guidance and extension support to farmers.
Identify and address:
- Pest infestations
- Disease outbreaks
- Other crop abnormalities
Recommend corrective and preventive measures.

Mechanization and Technology Adoption

Promote mechanized farming practices.
Encourage the use of:
- Planters
- Threshers
- Other modern agricultural equipment
Disseminate improved farming technologies and best practices.

Farmer Business Development

Support farmers in managing agriculture as a profitable business.
Assist with recovery of agricultural inputs advanced to farmers.
Strengthen farmers’ business management and productivity skills.

Data Management and Reporting

Maintain accurate databases covering:
- Seed distribution
- Seed uptake
- Planted acreage
- Crop yields
Prepare and submit timely monthly reports.
Report on sustainability and field activities.

Key Attributes and Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

Strong supervisory skills.
Effective negotiation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Sound decision-making ability.
Advisory and coaching skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong organizational and reporting capabilities.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess:

Education

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in:
- Agronomy; or
- Related Agricultural Field.

Experience

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in:
- Agronomy
- Agricultural Extension Services
- Farmer Support Programs

Additional Requirements

Experience working with:
- Smallholder farmers
- Commercial farmers
Knowledge of sorghum production systems will be an added advantage.
Valid driver’s license.
Fluency in English.
Knowledge of Kiswahili will be an added advantage.

Additional Information

Item	Details
Position	Extension Officer – Sorghum
Location	Moshi, Tanzania
Band	IX
Employment Type	Full-Time
Closing Date	9 June 2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and selection decisions are made in line with the company’s employment equity and talent management policies.

Management reserves the right to apply additional relevant criteria during the shortlisting process.

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