Friday, September 9, 2011

Farm Manager Job in Vacancy in Kenya


A commercial large scale farm dealing in poultry, aquaculture, dairy and crop farming based in Machakos, is seeking to recruit a self-driven, talented, highly motivated and qualified individual for the following position:

Job: Farm Manager

Ref: FM 001

Main job responsibilities
  • Overall effective farm management and responsible for day to day running of the farm
  • Pursuing the farm’s business targets and managing all processes within the farm in order to ensure efficiency and profitability
  • Coordinate staff and contractors
  • Plan and oversee the work programmes under the various farming activities
  • Managing stock levels and quality of supplies for use in the farm
  • Managing animal or crop health/condition
  • Coordinate budget control, record keeping and staff training
  • Oversee workplace health and safety
  • Preparation and forwarding of regular farm reports to the Directors
Qualifications
  • Must possess a certificate or diploma in animal sciences/crop sciences or its equivalent
  • Must have worked in a commercial farm enterprise for at least 5 years in a supervisory position
  • Must be at least 30 years of age
Key attributes
  • Demonstrate clear understanding of key aspects of integrated farm management, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, proven ability of working well within a team, strong organizational skills, excellent report writing
If you meet the above qualifications, please send your application and CV including your current and expected salary to: recruit@essenceint.com by September 16th 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.