Pastoralist Support Representative

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced professional to provide frontline field support to pastoralist farmers by promoting best livestock management practices, facilitating access to fodder and veterinary inputs, and ensuring timely communication between the company and pastoralist communities.

The Pastoralist Support Representative serves as the company's direct link with farmers at the grassroots level, ensuring satisfaction, trust, and sustained participation in pastoralist development programs.

Roles and Responsibilities

Pastoralist Engagement & Relationship Building

• Maintain close and regular contact with pastoralist farmers within assigned communities
• Support Field Support Representatives in organizing community meetings, sensitization sessions, and training activities
• Serve as the first point of contact for farmers' inquiries, feedback, and support requests
• Foster mutual trust and ensure effective communication between farmers and company representatives

Livestock Monitoring & Support

• Track the health, growth, and productivity of animals within participating herds
• Report disease symptoms, mortality, or unusual livestock conditions to the Field Support Representative promptly
• Support vaccination, deworming, and other animal health interventions organized by the company
• Encourage improved feeding and husbandry practices among farmers

Fodder (Feed/Grass) Sales Assistance

• Promote the use and purchase of company fodder and feed among pastoralist households
• Record farmer demand and assist in coordinating feed distribution logistics
• Educate farmers on the benefits of proper nutrition and feeding methods

Data Collection & Field Reporting

• Gather accurate field data on livestock numbers, feed sales, and farmer participation
• Document feedback, challenges, and suggestions from pastoralist communities
• Submit daily or weekly activity reports to the Field Support Representative

Training & Farmer Mobilization

• Mobilize farmers to attend company-organized trainings, vaccination drives, and extension activities