Area Manager

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Progressing a positive future for New Zealand dairy farming We are fullofpeoplewho have a passion for doing goodand creating positive change.Weleverageour collective strength by bringingthedairysector together,helpingfarmers build more sustainable,profitableand resilient farm businesses, because a strong dairy sector means a strongNew Zealand. Your opportunity We are looking for an Area Manager based out of ourInvercargilloffice. This position is an essential part of ourregionalteamworkingwith dairy farmers, partners, and stakeholders to deliver the required elements of the DairyNZ strategic programmes. The role provides technical leadership andexpertisein farm systems and plays a critical part inmaintaininga strong and influential presence with dairy farming communities, local industry partners and stakeholders providing leadership and enabling partnerships. Reporting to theRegional Manager–Lower South Island,alongside your teamyou willwork with thefarmers,stakeholdersand partnersto deliver a regional planbased on our programmes,including: Relationshipmanagement, including farmers and industry partners Large event delivery and organisation Facilitation of events Participationin partner or stakeholder events Support farmers to improve farming practices using farm systems lens Understand farmer needs and referral to industry partners Aboutyou Youwill have a passion fordoing good, gettingto the heart of scientificfactsandsupporting farmers withreal-world solutions, ideally holding a degree inAgriculture, Commerce or Science.You will beatrueteam playerand willdisplay a high degree of integrity and professionalism while bringing a sense of fun and energy to the role. We’dlove to hear from you if you have: Practical New Zealanddairyfarming experience Experience in agribusiness sales, orinadoption/extension Experiencein delivering solutions to achieve practice change Farm Systems knowledge and can support farmers to ‘connect the dots’ Proven ability to build effective networks andrelationships High level ability in facilitation,communicationand presentation Ability to travel within theLower South Island region High energy andpassion for our sector Why you should join us Make a difference-Together with our farmers, help us drive positive progress for the sector and country we love. Our credible work supports a sustainable future for farmers, theenvironmentand communities across Aotearoa New Zealand. Bring the whole you-We put people at the heart of what we do. We welcome all that you are and support your wellbeing, so you thrive personally and professionally. Join a vibrant culture-Be part of a team thattruly believesin our values. We have the courage to take bold action and the curiosity to drive innovation. Our credibility shines in our evidence-based work and our connectedness builds meaningful, collaborative relationships. Empowering you-We succeed when you do, which is why we champion the development and growth of our people. We empower you to do and be at your best through learning opportunities and great benefits. Sound good to you? Come join ourteam who together, are making a difference. Applications close27 August 2026 at 11:55pm #J-18808-Ljbffr