The primary role of Agri-Food and Land-Based Specialists (Agriculture
Inspector Grade III) is to interpret, analyse and present technical information to
students, farmers and growers, policy regulators and industry personnel in a
form that meets their needs. Agri-Food and Land Based Specialists -
Horticulture will normally work within the horticulture discipline in CAFRE.
However, post holders may be assigned to other posts in DAERA including
regulatory functions which require the post holder to have the relevant Honours
degree. The main duties and responsibilities of the post holders include:
• The development and delivery of education programmes provided by
CAFRE, to ensure the sustainability of the horticulture industry through
the implementation of DAERA policy.
• The development and delivery of Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
programmes linked to research findings, to ensure the competitiveness
of the agri-food industry through the adoption of technology/systems and
best practice methods of sustainable production and business
management.
• The design, provision and evaluation of inspection, regulatory
compliance and enforcement programmes and technical support on a
range of issues including plant health regulations.
• Other duties in line with the needs of DAERA, including driving a
Departmental vehicle.
• For teaching posts based in CAFRE campuses the successful
candidate(s) may be required to drive a Department minibus.
The above list is not exhaustive but provides an indication of the main
duties of the posts. The emphasis on particular duties will vary over time
according to business needs.
