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Placement type: Seven Graduates - Agriculutral Extension Trainees

Open to: Agriculture Graduates

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We are looking for seven new paid positions as Agricultural Extension Trainees to be filled. We are looking for seven graduates that are passionate about making a difference for the Great Barrier Reef, are passionate about Agriculture, and are looking to widen your industry experience.

The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) is facilitating an Agricultural Work Placement Program, which aims to improve the capacity of up to seven early career extension officers (Trainees). The program will enhance the Trainee’s extension skills as they assist in delivering agricultural and Natural Resource Management (NRM) projects with landholders.

The seven positions are available in host organisations across the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) catchments for 12 months.

Successful applicants will work alongside and receive mentoring from experienced advisors, participate in relevant training, engage with growers and graziers, and expand their networks. The focus of the work is on reducing the risk of excess nutrients, pesticides and sediments from agricultural runoff impacting reef water quality in the GBR catchments.

Applications close Tuesday, 7 May 2019, submit yours here:

Contact: email Dr Diana Saunders