Technical Officer
Salary range: £37,070 to £43,613
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Location: Northern Ireland
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Technical Officer to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference for farmers by providing expert technical support and policy advice to UFU members and support our county committees.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver technical advice, support, and knowledge to UFU members, staff, and committees.
* Collaborate with the UFU Policy team and technical colleagues to share best practices and deliver high-quality service.
* Offer policy and technical support to individual and groups of members as needed.
* Maintain accurate records using UFU’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
* Provide training, briefings, and technical information to UFU group offices.
* Ensure all activities comply with UFU policies and promote the benefits of UFU at every opportunity.
* Coordinate effectively with stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for members.
What we’re looking for:
* Demonstrable experience in a relevant field (5+ years), and/or a relevant third-level qualification.
* Strong connection to farming and countryside issues.
* Demonstrable negotiation skills and analytical ability.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Advanced written and verbal communication skills; able to build rapport with farmers.
* Experience using computers and common software packages.
* Holds a clean driving licence and access to a car with flexible working hours.
Apply by: Thursday 27th November 2025
Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 8th of December 2025.
If this sounds like you, please hit apply now!
Reference: MTC633
Vacancy: Technical Officer
Location: Belfast, NI
Salary: £37,070 to £43,613
Hours: Full-time, permanent
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