Farm Manager at Ital Global

About the Client:

A leading and busy events planning and management company in Nairobi that has resources and equipment to bring events from mere ideas to reality seeks to hire a highly organized, creative and competent individual. The firm is involved in every aspect of planning, management and execution letting their clients focus on their core business.

Job Purpose:

In the Farm manager role, you will collaborate with farmers and crop researchers to conduct a detailed analysis of crop data. You will be expected to maintain a deep understanding of soil productivity principles and keep tabs on the latest trends and technologies in agriculture. Success in this role will be determined by providing valuable insights that lead to solutions that drive higher crop yields.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma related field in agriculture.
• 2 to 3 years’ experience in the same field
• Further education and experience may be preferred.
• Additional certifications may be required.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
• Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
• Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
• Sales and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems for clients
• Researching and promoting agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage
• Evaluates and improves seed quality
• Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples
• Performs quality control for seed caliber and soil standards 
• Prepares analysis and data presentation
• Testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes
• Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection
• Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples
• Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties
• Conducting training on products and techniques through educational presentations
• Safeguarding environmental sustainability, safety and quality
• Carrying out land-use planning in accordance with applicable legislation
• Landscape design
• Managing teams of staff in the field
• Prepares analysis and data presentation
• Developing planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines