Summary: and will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision and coordination of all farm activities. The role will involve working closely with the Directo...

Job Details

  • Deadline: Not specified
  • Company: MyJobMag Nigeria
  • Location: Kenya

Job Description

The Farm Supervisor will serve as the

primary agronomist on the farm

and will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision and coordination of all farm activities. The role will involve working closely with the Director and other farm workers to implement the vision and operational objectives of the business.

The ideal candidate must be

self-driven, practical, responsible, and willing to take ownership of farm operations

. The Farm Manager will also be expected to ensure that farm resources, labour, inputs, and activities are efficiently managed and optimized.

The farm is primarily engaged in the cultivation of

vegetables, cassava, and maize

.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily supervision and oversight of all farm activities.
  • Plan farm operations and ensure effective utilization of labour, inputs, equipment, and other resources.
  • Manage crop production activities, including land preparation, planting, crop maintenance, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
  • Serve as the farm's primary agronomist and provide practical guidance on crop management.
  • Supervise farm workers and ensure assigned tasks are properly carried out.
  • Monitor crop performance and identify issues relating to pests, diseases, soil conditions, irrigation, or other production challenges.
  • Supervise harvesting, processing, storage, and movement of farm produce.
  • Maintain accurate records of farm activities, production, inputs, harvests, labour, and other relevant information.

Requirements

Minimum of

1–5 years' experience in crop farming and farm management

Practical experience in

vegetable farming

will be an added advantage.

  • Experience with cassava and maize production will also be beneficial.

Minimum qualification of

OND, HND, or B.Sc. in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Production, or a related discipline

  • Good practical knowledge of crop production and general farm operations.
  • Good record-keeping and basic reporting skills.
  • Mature and experienced candidates with strong practical farming knowledge are also encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Apply by email: services@myjobmag.com

Application link: Apply for this job