Jobs at Ngong Veg Limited

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate/diploma in general agriculture/horticulture.
• Previous working experience in the same field.
• Promote and project a positive attitude towards the company and its objectives.
• Knowledge of farm equipment and machinery and the ability to operate and to effectively train others in the safe operations of such.
• Skill in the application of chemicals including an awareness of coverage requirements, weather conditions and obstructions that prevent acceptable application of chemicals and chemical drift effects.
• Skill and ability to evaluate systems-identify measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance relative to goals of the company.
• Computer acumen and skills i.e. proficiency in MS office programmes.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• Must have valid Kenyan Tractor driving license.
• Respirator fit test certified.
• Current CPR and first aid certificates.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITY

1. Supervising spray operators’ activities related to chemicals and record keeping.
2. Maintaining consistent communication with the farm operations lead to ensure clarity of intent and clarity of desired outcome.
3. Reading, interpreting and translating chemical labels to spray operators as needed.
4. Monitoring and overseeing spray applications to ensure safety and accuracy.
5. Planning and coordinating pre-operation set up tasks with farm operations lead to ensure complete understanding of crops to be sprayed, labour requirements and chemical availability.
6. Ensuring all personal protective equipment (PPE) clothing/rain gear, eye safety, eye wash and chemical decontamination points are in proper working condition.
7. Inspecting equipment to ensure proper functioning, recommend machinery, equipment and supplies necessary for optimum performance.
8. Verifying operator knowledge of tasks and specifics of operating and loading procedures.
9. Providing appropriate training and education on the safe use and operation of equipment and spraying techniques.
10. Ensuring that each operator has appropriate PPE and the same are properly used at the work place.
11. Starting motors and engaging machinery such as sprayers, pumps and portable spray equipment to verify that they are operating properly and safely.
12. Mixing pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides according to directions.
13. Calibrating sprayers and chemical applications equipment.
14. Filling sprayers with water and chemicals according to formulas using safe practices and applying to crops at recommended rates.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Degree in Business Management / Agribusiness Management or any other equivalent qualification.
• Financial acumen i.e CPA or any other Finance / Accounting qualification will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong budget development and oversight skills.
• Excellent ability to delegate responsibilities while maintaining organizational control of branch operations and customer service.
• Highly trained in conflict management and business negotiation processes.
• Have the necessary planning and organisational skills to achieve the targets and carry out company policies as applicable.
• Be self-motivated and able to communicate effectively at all levels both within and outside the company.
• Knowledge of general business software and aptitude to learn new applications; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinating the preparation of Company overall budget and establishing a budgetary control system geared towards realization of the performance targets set for all departments.
2. Reviewing the company’s performance vis-à-vis budgeted performance and updating the directors on the same.
3. Ensuring that the business profitably run, and the Company realizes planned rate of return on investment.
4. Coordinating operations of all company’s activities and overseeing all departments.
5. Assist in formulation, implementation and review of the company’s corporate plans and strategies.
6. Effectively promote a positive image of the Company-Public relations with suppliers and creditors.
7. Ensure all operations are carried on in an appropriate, cost effective way.
8. Chairing management policy and performance review meetings.
9. Advising the management on the strategies to adopt to move the company towards the desired operational outcomes.
10. Liaise with accounting department in preparation of sales, costs, and other forecasts necessary for establishment of the company standards and budgets.
11. Liaise with the accountant in establishing a strong internal control system and auditing function and oversee its implementation.
12. Overseeing the preparation of timely and accurate operational reports and distributing to appropriate users.
13. Ensuring establishment of efficient and effective distribution network and delivery systems.