FARM MANAGER REQUIRED URGENTLY.
Location: Machakos County
Our client is an established Farm based in Machakos County.
Victory Global Impact Africa is looking for a qualified and experienced Farm Manager with diverse knowledge in Agriculture which comprises animals and plants.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Experience in handling livestock on-farm which comprises dairy cows, sheep, goats and crops which comprises vegetables, fruits etc.
- Implement strategies for maximum yield, organize farm administration and manage businesses and farm staff.
- Look for a market for the products.
- Plan Finances and Production to maintain farm progress against budget parameters.
- Buy supplies such as fertilizer and seeds.
- Maintain and monitor the quality of yield, whether livestock or crops.
- Monitor animal health and welfare, including liaising with Government vets.
- Maintain knowledge of pests, diseases, understanding how they spread and how to treat them.
- Apply health and safety standards across the farm estate.
- Handling the marketing and sale of products produced on the farm like fruits, vegetables, meats, chicken parts, eggs etc.
- Visiting different divisions to inspect crops, livestock and also perform tests on soil and water.
- Ensuring seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and other supplies are regularly restocked.
- Fodder production and preservation
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Agriculture Science, Animal Science or extensive experience in managing a farm.
- 2 – 3 years’ work experience.
- A passion for agriculture and looking after dairy animals.
- Excellent problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to work overtime as required.
- Extensive experience in managing a farm.
- Excellent problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated and excellent budgeting skills
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Farm Manager-Machakos) to hr@victoryglobalimpact.com before 12th August 2024.
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