Dairy Extension Officer at FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc

FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC is a unique multinational FMCG & B2B company aiming to stay successful in an ever-changing and increasingly complex world. We are unique because our suppliers, the farmers, are also our owners. Since we own the entire supply chain, from grass to glass, we can guarantee the high quality of all our products. As we work in highly competitive markets, we need to be agile while balancing all interdependencies inside and outside our company. Next to a supply-driven business, our portfolio consists of many strong commercial brands all over the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Dairy Extension Officer

Job ID: 57545
Location: Nigeria
Work hours: 40+ hour
Department: Project Management

Job Description

• The purpose of this role is to provide expertise to support Small Holder Dairy Farmers and Fulani Milk Producers on improved dairy practices, including feeding, milking hygiene, and herd management techniques in line with the company’s operational plans and strategy to ensure efficiency and growth of raw milk production.

Job Responsibilities
This role is responsible for the following:

• Drives a progressive safety and Quality culture. Drive safely and report all safety and quality related incident(s)
• Organise monthly training sessions for Fulani and smallholder farmers on improved dairy practices, including feeding, milking hygiene, and herd management techniques.
• Promote regular animal health checks, vaccinations, and deworming to reduce disease outbreaks and improve cow productivity.
• Visit farmer groups regularly(minimum twice a month per group) to provide one-on-one support and gather feedback on challenges.
• Assist in setting up basic animal health records for farmers to monitor treatments, calving, and production cycles.
• Create linkages with veterinary officers and animal health services, ensuring farmers have access to timely treatment and expert care.
• Follow up with BMGF activities, report on weekly basis the achievement of BMGF deliverables in your operational areas: Training, Animal health, AI, feed & fodders, women empowerment etc.
• Encourage the adoption of improved cow breeds or crossbreeding methods to increase milk yield and strengthen herd genetics.
• Support farmers in developing proper feed and fodder plans, using locally available and sustainable feed resources.
• Train farmers on clean milking techniques and safe milk handling to improve milk quality and reduce post-milking contamination.
• Track and increase average milk yield per cow, targeting at least a 20–30% improvement over baseline figures within 12 months.
• Engage with FMP and smallholder cooperatives to promote group learning, bulk milk collection, and collective problem-solving.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc Degree / HND (Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Agricultural Extension and Rural Development or other Agric related courses)
• Result Orientation
• Analytical Skills.
• Technical Expertise
• Entrepreneurial skills

What We Offer

• A dynamic, challenging, and innovative work environment.
• We believe in nourishing growth and offer training and personal development.
• Competitive remuneration package

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline 13th July, 2025.