We
are a leading company in the agri-business carrying out large scale dairy,
sheep, crop husbandry, horticulture farming and investment in real
estate.
As
part of our growth, strategies, we are recruiting a high caliber, qualified,
innovative and self-driven individual with an enviable track record of
employment within the agriculture sector for a newly created position of Chief Operations Manager.
Specifically
you will be responsible for at least the following tasks:-
- Identifying
additional business opportunities and development of new products within
the farm.
- Research and
Development.
- Development and
implementation of growth and marketing strategies.
- Preparation of
budget to support overall farm operations.
- Liaison with
heads of departments and coordination of operations in all departments and
other service lines.
- Risks assessment
and risks management.
- Coordination of
production, marketing, sales and transport.
- Projects
management to include defining scope of work, staffing and funding
proposal.
- Establishment of
annual action plans in line with periodical strategic plans.
- Provide overall
direction and monitoring of all business activities in line with the
strategic plans.
- Human Resource Management
to include career development and capacity building.
- Overall
coordination of daily operations of the farm.
- Other duties as
assigned by the board from time to time.
Minimum
Job Requirement
- Degree in
Agriculture.
- Masters Degree
in agriculture related discipline.
- Ten years hands
on/demonstratable experience in a large scale farming environment in a
senior position.
- Excellence
communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-driven,
ability to work under pressure and team player.
- Excellent
leadership and analytical skills.
- Thorough
knowledge of Kenyan and International markets for agricultural products.
Remuneration
package will be negotiable
If
you believe you have the above requirements and therefore the right candidate
for the job, please send your application with detailed CV in confidence to:
P.O
Box 910-10200, Murang’a by 27th May 2013.
Only
candidates that meet the requirements will be contacted.
