Extension Officer (Forestry)
ふきゅうしどういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who supports sustainable forest management by providing technical advice and planning/operating training sessions to forestry producers.
Description
Extension Officers (Forestry) are affiliated with prefectural or municipal forestry departments, providing technical support for afforestation, silviculture, thinning, etc., and advice on business improvement to forest owners and forestry managers. They promote sustainable forest management and regional forestry development through on-site surveys, planning/operating lectures and workshops, creating technical materials, and conducting training. Collaboration with government and research institutions, as well as building trust with producers, is important.
Future Outlook
Amid demands for sustainable use of forest resources and promotion of regional forestry, needs for technology succession to aging producers and support for ICT utilization are increasing, with stable demand expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Good at explaining / Likes talking to people / Patient
Work Style
Civil Servant / Frequent Business Trips / Office and Fieldwork Combined
Career Path
Extension Officer → Chief/Head Extension Officer → Extension Center Director → Prefectural Forestry Department Manager → Forestry Agency Staff (Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries)
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Communication Skills / Forestry Technology / Report Writing / Training and Education Ability
Recommended Skills
English Document Reading / GIS / Presentation Skills / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | To build trust with producers and provide appropriate advice. |
| Planning & Organization | Necessary for planning and operating training sessions and on-site practical programs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not the main task. |
Aliases
- Forest Extension Worker
- Forestry Extension Officer
Related Jobs
- Agricultural Extension Officer
- Forest Engineer
- Technical Extension Worker