We're recruiting- Field Officer

Ulster Wool is looking to recruit a Field Officer to represent and promote Ulster Wool during the peak season months.

The role of Field Officer is a relatively new position, operating in County Derry, Londonderry and County Tyrone. The main assignment is to attend livestock markets, agricultural shows and events predominantly in the West of Ulster, applicants for the role ideally need to be situated in this area.

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate a high level of commitment, self-motivation, and be positive to the remit required.  Proactive in promoting the service that Ulster Wool provides to raise the profile of the organisation. Experience/knowledge of sheep farming and shearing would be advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Follow all guidance and training provided by the Ulster Wool Managers
• Be prepared to travel to all scheduled agricultural shows/events/markets in the West of Ulster as prearranged with the Depot Managers
• Represent Ulster Wool at all events attended in a proactive manner, networkingand building positive relationships with current and potential new Producers 
• Communicating with other relevant agricultural organisations to identify mutually beneficial opportunities
•  Provide comprehensive feedback to the Depot Managers on any comments, suggestions, concerns, issues received during events/shows

IDEALLY you will:

• Be self-motivated,  demonstrate a strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic outlook
• Confident in aptitude to motivate and influence
• Present yourself in a professional manner at events attended
• Excellent timekeeping and attendance to events
• Articulate in communications/good listening skills
• Effectively implement instruction, guidance and training provided

Working schedule:  3 days per week From 1st April to 30th August 2019 (including occasional weekends)

The level of remuneration for the role will be relevant to the candidate’s experience/knowledge, and will be made available upon receipt of application.

Applications to be received via telephone on 028 9446 2131, or e-mail to Jayne Harkness-Bones, Depot Manager on [email protected]. Closing Date for applications 26th January 2019.

We are an equal opportunities employer.