District Field Officer (5)

JOB VACANCY – DISTRICT FIELD OFFICER (DFO) Agricultural Sales, Marketing & Field Operations

Company: Agventure Resources Limited

Position: District Field Officer (DFO)

Number of Vacancies: 5 (One per District)

Duty Stations: Nkhotakota, Chikwawa, Zomba, Mangochi & Dedza

Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract

Contract Duration: One (1) Year
Joining Requirement: Immediate

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Agventure Resources Limited is a growing agricultural input distribution company in Malawi,

committed to transforming the agricultural sector through innovative agricultural technologies, sustainable farming solutions, and high-quality agricultural products.

We are seeking highly motivated, experienced, hardworking, and results-oriented District Field Officers (DFOs) to support our sales, marketing, farmer engagement, and agricultural field operations in the designated districts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Sales & Market Development

• Develop and implement district-level sales and marketing activities to achieve assigned sales targets.
• Identify potential customers, farmers, farmer clubs, cooperatives, agro-dealers, irrigation schemes, and institutional buyers.
• Promote and create market demand for the company’s agricultural products.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand the company’s distribution network within the assigned district.
• Conduct regular market surveys and collect information on product demand, competitor activities, and market opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers to support sustainable sales growth.

2.  Farmer Engagement & Product Promotion

• Conduct regular field visits to farmers, farmer groups, cooperatives, and irrigation schemes.
• Organize farmer awareness meetings, product presentations, field days, and promotional campaigns.
• Educate farmers and other stakeholders about the company’s agricultural products, benefits, application methods, and recommended usage.
• Provide technical guidance and product-related support to farmers.
• Build awareness and encourage adoption of the company’s agricultural products.

3.  Product Demonstrations & Field Monitoring

• Identify suitable farmers and locations for conducting agricultural product demonstrations.
• Establish, supervise, and monitor demonstration plots according to company guidelines.
• Ensure correct product application, proper demonstration procedures, and regular monitoring of crop performance.
• Maintain accurate demonstration records, including farmer details, crop information, application dates, observations, and photographic evidence.
• Conduct follow-up visits and evaluate demonstration results.

4.  Data Collection & MIS Reporting

• Collect accurate district-level agricultural market information, including farmer databases, cooperatives, irrigation schemes, agro-dealer networks, and potential sales opportunities.
• Maintain daily records of farmer visits, sales activities, customer interactions, promotional activities, and demonstration plots.
• Prepare and submit on time daily, weekly, and monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports to the Regional Sales Manager.
• Ensure all field activity reports are accurate, complete, and submitted within the prescribed timelines.
• Maintain proper documentation, field photographs, and geo-tagged activity records wherever required.

5.  Government & Stakeholder Coordination

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with District Agriculture Offices, Agricultural Extension Development Officers (AEDOs), and other relevant government agricultural officials.
• Coordinate with farmer organizations, agricultural cooperatives, NGOs, irrigation schemes, agro-dealers, and other agricultural stakeholders.
• Represent the company at district-level agricultural meetings, farmer training programs, and stakeholder engagements.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration and market expansion.

6.  Sales Target Achievement & Field Operations

• Achieve individual sales targets assigned by the company.
• Prepare weekly field activity plans and implement them according to management instructions.
• Conduct regular visits to agro-dealers and distribution outlets to monitor product availability and sales performance.
• Report operational challenges, customer feedback, and market developments to the Regional Sales Manager.
• Carry out additional sales, marketing, and agricultural field assignments as directed by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, or another relevant agricultural discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional working experience in the agricultural sector, preferably in agricultural input sales, fertilizer marketing, agricultural extension, or field operations.
• Practical knowledge of Malawi’s agricultural practices, cropping systems, farmer networks, and rural agricultural markets.
• Experience in agricultural product demonstrations, farmer mobilization, field training, and market development.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently plan and execute district-level sales and field activities.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and digital reporting tools.
• Ability to collect field data and prepare accurate daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports.
• Must possess a valid motorcycle driving licence.
• Must be willing and able to travel extensively within the assigned district, including remote and rural areas.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, target-oriented, and capable of working under minimum supervision.
• Familiarity with the agricultural environment of the preferred district will be an added advantage.
• Must be available to join immediately.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

• Contract Duration: One (1) year fixed-term employment contract.
• Duty Station: One of the five designated districts.
• Reporting To: Regional Sales Manager (RSM).
• Performance Evaluation: Based on individual sales targets, field activity performance, reporting accuracy, market development, and achievement of assigned responsibilities.
• Contract Renewal: Subject to satisfactory performance, business requirements, and mutual agreement.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Performance-based sales incentives, subject to company policy.
• Product knowledge and technical training.
• Practical experience with innovative agricultural technologies.
• Professional development opportunities within a growing agricultural company.
• A dynamic and performance-driven working environment.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

1. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. Cover letter clearly mentioning the preferred district of application.
3. Copies of relevant academic qualifications.
4. Copy of a valid motorcycle driving licence.
5. Relevant professional experience details.

• Application Email: hr.agventureresourceslimited@gmail.com Email Subject: Application for District Field Officer – [District Name]

Available Duty Stations:

• Nkhotakota
• Chikwawa
• Zomba
• Mangochi
• Dedza

Application Deadline: Open until positions are filled till 20th October 2026. Candidates available for immediate joining are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further recruitment procedures.

Agventure Resources Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from qualified candidates committed to agricultural development, farmer empowerment, and business growth.

AGVENTURE RESOURCES LIMITED

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