Agricultural Development and sustainability Specialist — Lindokuhle Jali
Lindokuhle Jali
About
Agricultural advisor with hands-on experience in agricultural advisory services, soil and water sampling, research trials, agribusiness development, scientific reporting and stakeholder engagement. I hold a BSc degree in Agriculture specialising in Soil Science and Agronomy, a Postgraduate Diploma in Development Assistance and Management, and currently completing an MSc in Soil Science. I bring strong experience in technical advisory support, data interpretation, client liaison, training, regulatory aligned reporting, and the development of practical agricultural interventions. Well positioned for a role requiring scientific analysis, technical reporting, stakeholder engagement, methodology support, and continuous research development.
- Scientific analysis
- Technical reporting
- Stakeholder engagement
- Soil science
- Agribusiness
Well positioned for a role requiring scientific analysis, technical reporting, stakeholder engagement, methodology support, and continuous research development.
Core Strengths
- Scientific analysis and interpretation of agricultural and soil-related data
- Technical report writing and preparation of scientific submissions
- Advisory support to clients and stakeholders through meetings, training, and written communication
- Development and implementation of agricultural support methodologies and programmes
- Monitoring and evaluation of programme and project performance
- Research and development, including literature based learning and applied field trials
- Stakeholder liaison with farmers, researchers, government bodies, and industry partners
- Mentorship, training, and supervision of interns and developing professionals
- GIS and analytical tools including ArcGIS, QGIS, Surfer 8, SPSS, and MS Office Suite
- Knowledge of production systems, agribusiness support, feasibility assessments, and compliance related processes
Short Courses
- Project Management: National School of Government
- Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship: Netherlands Business School
- Advanced Training in Hydroponics: Tshwane University of Technology
- SHEP (Smallholder Horticulture Empowerment and Promotion): JICA
- Hemp Production and Marketing: Agricultural Research Council
Professional Experience
- Jan 2019 - PresentDetails
Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Agricultural Advisor · Germiston Region
- Provide technical advice, farm business planning, and support to emerging and commercial farmers.
- Conduct feasibility assessments and develop business plans for funding applications.
- Develop and implement production plans in consultation with farmers to improve production outcomes.
- Facilitate procurement processes for production inputs and infrastructure material.
- Implement agricultural development programmes to maximise production and profitability.
- Conduct on-farm assessments for pest and disease identification.
- Collect soil and water samples for analysis and support evidence-based interventions.
- Plan, develop, and monitor research trials in collaboration with the Agricultural Research Council and compile reports.
- Support grant applications for CASP and ILIMA LETSEMA.
- Implement the SHEP approach with a focus on market-oriented production.
- Conduct collateral assessments and manage project procurement processes.
- Contribute to planning, budget development, and evaluation processes across grains, horticulture, and cannabis value chains.
- Conduct stakeholder engagement sessions and farmers' days for information dissemination.
- Facilitate applications for SA GAP certification and hemp permits.
- Facilitate accredited and non-accredited training for beneficiaries.
- Represent the Department at interdepartmental forums and agricultural expos.
Educational Qualification
- 2025 - Present
University of South Africa
MSc in Soil Science (In Progress) · Thesis: Evaluation of hemp production and physicochemical properties as influenced by biochar, biochar-inorganic fertilizer blend and inorganic nitrogen fertilizer.
- 2021
University of Fort Hare
Postgraduate Diploma in Development Assistance Management
- 2016
University of the Free State
BSc in Agriculture (Soil Science and Agronomy)