Assistant Farm Manager at Human Capital Synergies Africa Ltd

Our client seeks to hire an Assistant Farm Manager with a good understanding of the modern farming methods. S/he will be tasked with implementing strategies for maximum yield, organize farm administration, work machinery and manage any associated businesses and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan finances and production to maintain farm progress against budget parameters
• undertake practical activities, such as driving tractors, operating machinery, feeding livestock or spraying fields
• Market the farm’s products and Confers with purchasers and arranges for sale of crops.
• Buy supplies, such as fertilizer and seeds
• Arrange the maintenance and repair of farm buildings, machinery and equipment
• Maintain and monitor the quality of yield, whether livestock or crops
• Understand the implications of the weather and make contingency plans
• Make sure products are ready for deadlines, such as auctions and markets
• Ensure current government regulations concerning farm activities are complied with
• Maintain a knowledge of pests and diseases and an understanding of how they spread and how to treat them
• Apply health and safety standards across the farm estate
• Protect the environment and maintaining biodiversity
• Records information, such as production, farm management practices, and parent stock, and prepares financial and operational reports.
• Analyzes soil to determine type and quantity of fertilizer required for maximum production.

Qualifications

• Major in agriculture or relevant course, diploma & above
• At least 2 years above experience in farm management
• Familiar with the planting of French beans, snow peas, etc.
• The location of farm is in Mbooni, Mwea, Meru- can smoothly communicate with local farmers and even effectively train them.
• Knowledge of food production and an awareness of customer demand, food standards and sustainability
• Organizational and time-management skills
• The ability to work under pressure