Full timeSalary Range: $117,035 - $136,961 based on skills and experienceThis role will be responsible for leading the development of education, advice and projects for the On Farm Support (OFS) in Horticulture including orchard and production systems.A key aspect of this role is sharing your expertise within the wider OFS team and helping educate farmers and growers on risks, issues, opportunities and activities.You will work closely within the OFS directorate, the wider Ministry for Primary Industries, and lead relationships with external organisations such as industry representatives, research institutes, universities, and councils.To succeed in this role you'll have:Post Graduate Tertiary qualification(s) in a related field, or relevant equivalent experience.Advanced technical knowledge and understanding of horticulture systems, including aspects that threaten or enhance their sustainability.Extensive knowledge and understanding of the New Zealand primary sector at an operational and strategic level.A comprehensive knowledge of the primary sector and the context it operates in.Significant experience in relationship management including working with farmers and growers.Extensive existing primary sector networks.Ability to coach and mentor others.Action-oriented, focused on delivery, self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision, but remain a team player.Well-developed organisational skills with the ability to think ahead, prioritise and plan appropriately.Mo te peka - About the Business UnitOn Farm Support is part of MPI's Agriculture and Investment Services business unit. We work to create a thriving and sustainable future for farmers, growers, primary industries, and rural communities, and care for the health and wellbeing of animals.Our people have expertise in regional and community support and development, Maori agribusiness, disaster recovery, and animal health and welfare. We also fund innovation and research through sector, business, and community partnerships across our food and fibre industries.The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most sustainable provider of high-value food and primary products.Benefits:Annual Wellness paymentMentoring and coaching programmesWe are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapu, whanau, and hapori.We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatu Ahu Matua a great place to work for all.In your cover letter, we'd like to know about you, your values, your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 22nd January 2025.If you have any questions about the role, please email ****** (Note that any queries will not be answered until 6th January 2025).
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