Position: Farm Manager
Vacancies: One
(1)
Location: Sagana,
Kenya
Availability:Immediate
Job Overview: The Farm manager shall initially work in crop production and later develop into both animal production and dairy.
Job Overview: The Farm manager shall initially work in crop production and later develop into both animal production and dairy.
Duties & Responsibilities:
In collaboration with the Farm
Owners, the Farm Manager shall be responsible for:
- Planning, organizing and managing the
activities of the farm
- Planning finances and production to maintain
farm progress against budget parameters
- Carrying out practical activities e.g. crop
and livestock production, spraying fields etc.
- Develop and implement cropping and re-grassing
programme
- Manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and
crops
- Buying supplies, such as fertilizer and seeds
etc.
- Monitor seasonal expenditure in line with the
budgeted cash flow
- Liaise with key rural professionals e.g.
veterinary officers, fertilizer representatives, stock agents and
contractors to ensure smooth operation of the farm
- Marketing the farm's products and ensuring
they are presented for sale in line with business policies regarding
quality, quantity and timeliness of delivery and are marketed in
accordance with the business marketing policies
- Managing the maintenance of the farm and
associated structures and equipment
- Planning activities for associated staff,
supervising, mentoring and monitoring them
- Maintaining and monitoring the quality of
yield, whether livestock or crops;
- Understanding the implications of the weather
and making contingency plans;
- Making sure that products are ready for
deadlines, such as auctions and markets;
- Ensuring that farm activities comply with
government regulations;
- Monitoring plant and animal health and
welfare, including liaising with vets;
- Maintaining a knowledge of pests &
diseases and an understanding of how they spread & how to treat them
- Identification and reporting of hazard/danger,
accidents, near misses, and property damage at the workplace
- Applying health and safety standards across
the farm estate;
- Protecting the environment and maintaining
biodiversity
- Keeping financial and expense records up to
date
What are we looking for?
- At least 2 years’ experience in a similar
capacity Relevant qualifications in agribusiness management or equivalent
from a recognized institution
- Proven ability in the farm management field in
keeping with the size and complexity of this position
- Have the necessary planning and organizational
skills to achieve targets and carry out activities as applicable to these
properties
- Have the ability to act with tact and
diplomacy in motivating and disciplining staff while complying with
the requirements of the Employment Relations Act 2007
- Be able to provide role clarity and ensure
teamwork amongst staff
- Be self-motivated and able to communicate
effectively at all levels both within and outside the properties
- Accept the role as a manager within a
corporate farming operation and work actively as a team member in
developing and achieving business objectives
- Promote and project a positive attitude
towards the Company and its objectives
- Have a current Certificate of Good Conduct
How to Apply:
Send your CV and cover letter to
peoplexpert2013@gmail.com
Applications shall be reviewed on a
first-come-first-served basis.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be
contacted
~We are an equal opportunity employer~
~We are an equal opportunity employer~
