Project Officer

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic person for this exciting new position to lead and coordinate Liebe Group’s project portfolio in the Northern Ag Region.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Executive Officer, assisted by the wider team and guided by active grower members, you will be involved in diverse range of activities including:

• Coordinate on-ground activities of WA grains-focused R&D projects.
• Conduct extension activities to engage with local growers and prioritise local agronomic, environmental and business management issues.
• Develop and implement collaborative project concepts that align with local R&D priorities that foster innovation and learning.
• Assist in the execution of the Liebe Group’s annual R&D Trials Program including in-paddock sampling, monitoring, evaluation and analysis.
• Evaluate data and results from projects to identify trends, key messages and research outcomes.
• Assist in the organisation and running of events, meetings and workshops.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with growers, researchers and industry stakeholders.
• Assist in the management of various projects in accordance with project outcomes and funding requirements.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Current C Class Driver’s license.
• The ability to live and work in Australia.
• Ability to relocate to the region.

VALUABLE CRITERIA

• Highly developed time and project management skills with demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience working in the agriculture industry with knowledge of Australian broadacre farming systems, products, technologies and rural communities.
• Experience in the interpretation and evaluation of research data and scientific reports.
• Group facilitation/management skills and strong communication aptitude with farmers and industry partners.
• Experience planning and executing ag-focused events (field walks, workshops etc).
• Ability to work independently, be self- motivated, show initiative and work productively as part of a team.

ABOUT THE LIEBE GROUP

The Liebe Group is a dynamic, grower-driven, not for profit organisation that operates within the Dalwallinu, Coorow, Perenjori and Wongan-Ballidu Shires in the West Australian Wheatbelt. The group has built a solid reputation over the last 25 years as being on the forefront of locally relevant research, development and extension as well as having a high status of reliability and professionalism. The group conducts valuable R,D&E through trials, demonstrations and workshops, and provides information to local farming businesses in the region. More information can be found on the Liebe Group website.

THIS ROLE WILL PROVIDE THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WITH

• Offered as a 2 year contract full time position, with the possibility of extension.
• An extensive network within the agricultural industry.
• A variety of independent work with an enthusiastic group of innovative growers.
• The opportunity to work in a well-equipped research facility.
• Mentoring and professional development opportunities.
• This is an exciting new role where you can put your mark on agricultural research in the region!

SALARY: Salary package to be negotiated.

LOCATION: The Liebe Group Office is located in Dalwallinu, 260km north of Perth. There will be a requirement to be based within this area. Dalwallinu is a progressive community in the Northern Wheatbelt that offers a welcoming atmosphere with the best of rural living and amenities. More information can be found on the Dalwallinu Shire website.