Farm Manager
Kariki Group of companies in the Floriculture business is
seeking to recruit a suitable individual to fill the above position in our farm
based in the Mt.Kenya region.
- Overall
management of the day to day aspects of 32 HA farm of Hypericum, Eryngium
and Roses cut flowers.
- Meeting
both production and expenditure targets against budget and reporting the
same on a monthly basis to the Directors.
- All
growing activities and related functions of quality control, in accordance
with good agricultural practice.
- Management
of a labour force of between 360 to 400 employees including management
staff.
- Coordinating
annual budget preparation function.
- Ensuring
the farm maintains KFC Silver and Global Gap standards.
- Ensuring
that the Kaizen momentum and improvements are sustained always.
Candidates applying for the position must possess the following:
Academic and professional Qualifications.
- Holder
of Bsc Degree in Horticulture from a reputable institution.
- Holder
of Diploma or equivalent in Business management from a reputable
institution.
- Basis
and Facts (Floriculture) training will be an added advantage.
Experience Required
- Minimum
10 years experience in growing flowers. Those with knowledge in growing
Hypericum, Eryngium and Roses flowers will have an added advantage
- Strong
aptitude in Managerial Functions (Planning, Directing, Coordinating,
Controlling, Staffing & Organizing).
- Excellent
knowledge of pest and disease control and fertilizer applications.
- Conversant
with application of current labour laws
- Knowledge
of practices and policies involved in Human Resource Functions
- Knowledge
of KFC/Euro gap codes of practice and Government statutory requirements
e.g. NEMA and Health and safety issues.
- Knowledge
of management accounting.
- Knowledge
of KAIZEN concept ( Japanese Concept of Continuous Improvement) will be an
added advantage
Competencies and Personal Attributes
- Attention
to detail – Must possess a demonstrated ability to work systematically and
diligently
- Administrative
analytical skills- must possess ability to analyze the management accounts
and develop appropriate strategies.
- Must
be honest, strong, confident, self motivated.
- Must
be result oriented – enjoy being measured and judged by financial and
administrative performance results.
- People
Skills – ability to work diplomatically, harmoniously and effectively with
diverse group of people.
- Excellent
communication (both oral and in written form) and leadership skills
If you possess the above, send your application together with a
detailed CV, three references and daytime telephone contact by 12th April 2013
to:
The attention of the Group HRM
P. O Box 6038
01000-THIKA
Or send by Email: grouphr@kariki.biz
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.