Agricultural Extension Officer
Advises farmers on modern techniques, pest management, irrigation, and market access — supporting Jamaica’s agricultural productivity.
Typical Salary
J$1.8M
to J$3.5M per year
Open Roles
300+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
Rural parishes island-wide
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Career Paths
Agricultural Technician→Extension Officer→Senior Extension Officer→Parish Agricultural Manager→Chief Agricultural Officer
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid J$2.6M
Entry: J$1.8MSenior: J$3.5M
Key Skills
Crop advisory
Pest & disease management
Irrigation guidance
Soil science
Market linkages
Farm business planning
Farmer training
Report writing
Education
Minimum Entry
- BSc Agriculture or Agricultural Science
Preferred
- MSc Agronomy or Agricultural Extension
- Diploma in Tropical Agriculture (CARDI)
Professional Qualifications
- BSc Agriculture (UWI/UTech)
- Ministry of Agriculture appointment
- CARDI (Caribbean Agricultural Research) training
- MSc Agronomy (advantageous)
Market Trend
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