Farm Business Survey
- Recruiter
- Duchy College
- Location
- Cornwall
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Posted
- 07 Aug 2018
- Closes
- 20 Aug 2018
- Sectors
- Agriculture & Outdoor
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Opportunity available within the Farm Business Survey
Rural Business Research (a consortium of four Universities and two colleges working together to deliver the Farm Business Survey) have an exciting opportunity available at Duchy College, Cornwall:
The Post
- To be involved in the longest running independent survey of farm businesses, confidentially providing information on the financial position and business performance of farmers and growers
- Responsible for liaising with farmer co-operators, including travelling to farms
- The collection and analysis of physical and financial data from agricultural businesses in connection with the Farm Business Survey
- Working within specialised teams, full training will be provided with on-going mentoring as the successful candidates progress to independent working
Key Requirements
- Holding an HND or degree, preferably in Agriculture or a related subject
- A good knowledge of UK farming systems and business management
- Excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills
- A high level of numeracy is essential, as is a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, and in particular the use of spreadsheets
- A willingness to work flexibly, as demanded by the nature of the role, is also essential
Closing date
- 20th August 2018
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