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General information
Title: AgTech Project Officer Classification: ASO5
Division: Major Programs and Regions Branch: Major Programs Business Unit: AgTech
Type of Appointment: Term Contract Hours of Duty: 37.5 hours per week Location: Negotiable

About us
South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to
advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia’s primary industries and regional communities.
We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state’s regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy
and horticulture industries.

Purpose
The AgTech Project Officer will deliver activities that aim to enhance uptake of the AgTech Program by producers, and by so doing, lift the sustainable economic growth rate in the sector.
The objective of the Program is to improve industry adoption of AgTech through:
• Improved knowledge of AgTech opportunities among primary producers
• Improved interaction between technology providers and industry
• Improved interaction between technology developers and industry to provide fit for purpose technologies.
This role will be based within Major Programs and Regions working with producers, primary industry representatives, technology providers, and SARDI farm staff. The role will provide activities and resources that support
producers to adopt AgTech.
The role contributes to delivering the agency’s priorities. The AgTech Project Officer role is funded by PIRSA until June 30, 2025 and the position will also be required to report against KPIs as well as undertake
monitoring and evaluation.

Key Accountabilities
• Assist the AgTech team to deliver a coordinated AgTech Program across the state.
• Assist in the delivery of Program elements, in particular the AgTech Demonstration Farms,
AgTech Producer Groups and AgTech Growth Fund.
• Assist with the implementation the AgTech Program business plan, including monitoring and
evaluation of activities.
• Oversee the effective utilisation of AgTech demonstration sites on PIRSA owned farms (and other
sites as agreed).
• Develop producer case studies utilising AgTech, including Return on Investment (ROI).
• Working closely with various primary industry organisations to oversee and coordinate a statewide
program of producer engagement activities.

Key Deliverables / Results

• Assist in the coordination and delivery of the AgTech Producer Groups and extension of outcomes. • Effective communication supporting delivery of the AgTech extension strategy and plans.
• A coordinated AgTech program to enhance producer AgTech adoption aligned to the AgTech • Engagement of producers over the life of the Program in the demonstration and validation of AgTech
business plan, associated KPIs and delivery plans. and translation of data generated to on-farm decision making.
• Delivery of AgTech producer engagement activities with at least 85% satisfaction from producers.
• Valuation and extension of the value proposition of relevant technologies through the PIRSA website,
case studies, factsheets, field days and workshops.

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Relationships
• The role reports to the AgTech Program Manager. • The role will work closely with primary producers, representative organisations and technology
• The role will work closely with the AgTech Program Manager, AgTech Extension Officers, PIRSA suppliers.
Farm staff and the broader Major Programs and Regions team.

Requirements Qualifications
• The incumbent is required to understand the role of government and the culture and business of • Essential: NIL
PIRSA and must also demonstrate a sound understanding of administrative processes and • Desirable: An appropriate qualification at a tertiary level or significant relevant experience.
practices.
• Possession of a current driver’s licence and willingness to drive.
• Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be required.
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations

Capabilities
Capability
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Demonstrates a knowledge of South Australian
farming systems, and AgTech and its potential
application to farming systems
Communication
Demonstrates an ability for effectively
communicate verbally and in writing to a range
of stakeholders
Relationships
Demonstrates an ability to build and maintain
relationships with a range of stakeholders
Initiative
Acts autonomously within scope of duties; looks
for alternative ways to ensure work is completed;
anticipates problems and takes decisive action
Behaviours
• Experience working with primary producers on operational issues
• Experience working with AgTech or other digital enabled technologies and the associated data
• Maintains up to date knowledge relevant to agriculture and AgTech.
• Experience working in a diverse team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of extension processes and tools
• Demonstrated experience in negotiating with and influence stakeholders to achieve project outcomes
• Experience presenting on complex issues and data to a range of audiences.
• Proven relationship building and maintenance capability
• Ability to develop effective delivery and support networks
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a broader team
• Demonstrates and leads by example
• Demonstrates continuous drive, enthusiasm and the ability to deliver high quality results
• Recognises and acts on opportunities to deal with potential problems
• Confidently works in a self-directed and self-motivated manner

HRMS No: P34878 ANZCO Code: Objective ID:

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Delegate Approval: AgTech Program Manager Date: 22/03/2024
Approved and Classified by People and Culture: 26/ 3/24

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