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The Field Manager is positioned directly under the Estate Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for Tea, Macadamias & Bananas and should have excellent knowledge of these crops & must have at least 6 years agric. experience at this position.
To manage the operations and resources of farm
Production Management
Information and Data Management
Budget and Cost Control
Administration
Team Supervision
Farm Compliance
Maintenance

The successful Agronomist will be under the General Manager but must also have the managerial skills to replace one of the Field Managers or Estate Managers should they go on leave.
Studying plants and soil in order to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improve crop yield, and solve problems facing the agriculture industry.
Researching, developing, and promoting farming practices or products that diminish the effects of changes in soil, climate, and weather or prevent damage from pests.
Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples and testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
Assisting with the plant selection process and the development of planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
Promoting products and techniques through educational presentations.
Managing teams of scientists while conducting field visits or laboratory work.
Selling personalized consultation services to clients.

Duties includes but not subjected to:
Administration, Ordering of inputs
Allocation of feed rations, feed distribution & recording of stocks
All cattle activities including medical treatments, weighing, branding, tagging etc
Maintain good records on a computerized recording program
Irrigated pasture management & ranch grazing systems
Farm mapping, monitor grazing availability
Maintain & improve water reticulation systems
Guide a team building new fences as well as R & M on existing fences
Maintain & improve on the existing handling facilities
Attend weekly management meetings
Produce monthly reports, Flexible to assist in other departments
A hands-on, out there on the ranch approach to accomplishing the above tasks
Expected to cooperate with fellow managers in the different sections of the company & be part of a strong management team to promote the whole business, covering & standing in for fellow managers should the need arise.
Leadership of the cattle operations team, ensuring training, mentoring and resourcing occurs with a focus on strengthening capacity to effectively achieve operational targets.
Oversee the induction of new staff, monitor employee performance and conduct Performance Appraisals.
Assessing the current staffing levels, selecting appropriate staffing to ensure balance between best farm productivity output and staffing cost input, namely not over staffed.
Lead regular operational meetings.
Record keeping of hours, overtime, annual leave, sick leave etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure the effective implementation if all programmes, from project scoping to impact evaluation and ensure that all operations run effectively and efficiently.
Ensure strategic objectives of programmes are accomplished and align with The Company’s strategies and objectives.
Ensure that the department’s administration runs effectively.
Ensure timeous and accurate reporting for company and donor requirements.
Adhere to all donor grant/MoU agreements.
Ensure a regular flow of cattle and crops to the company from the small-scale and emerging farmers.
Leadership of the operations team, ensuring training, mentoring and resourcing occurs with a focus on strengthening capacity to effectively achieve operational targets.
Oversee the induction of new staff, monitor employee performance and conduct Performance Appraisals.
Lead regular operational meetings.
Improve operational systems, processes and policies in support of the section’s objectives.
Ensure consistent delivery of all services.
Maintain high standards throughout the operation.
Develop and maintain a curriculum and training program for both cattle and cropping programmes.
Develop projects and programs as required to align to The Company’s objectives and requirements.
Foster good relationships with the communities and farmers in the surrounding areas, at all times.
Engage with communities and leaders to gain access to a larger farmer network as required to fulfill The Company’s objectives.
Engage with all donor or support organisations fostering a good working relationship.
Strengthen relationships with government municipalities, departments and agencies to gain their support for all operations.
Inform the company of any potential opportunities arising from stakeholder interactions and assist in the development of proposals to access these resources.

The role requires an individual who has experience in Abattoir Management, has managed a large team, has excellent quality control and has a fantastic knowledge of all aspects of factory management.

Planning and programming of works relating to the planting through harvesting of Maize, wheat, soya, sugar beans and other row crops.
Planning and implementation of all irrigation scheduling.
Planning & Management of large numbers of farm labour.
Planning & Management of all farm tractors, implements and other resources to effectively and efficiently deliver on prescribe deliverables.
Pest & disease Management control.
The Farm Manager will have a superior knowledge of the use of tractors, combines and implements, associated to the crops mentioned above.
The Farm manager will have sound mechanical experience and be in a position to least identify the mechanical issues that arise and effective have repairs conducted.
He will be able to calibrate agricultural equipment and have sufficient experience with planters, spreaders, sprayers and land preparation equipment.
The Farm manager will have sound knowledge of the acceptable practices of grain handling and post harvest loss prevention.

STRATEGIC BUSINESS PLANNING FOR ALL OPERATIONS IN LEAF SERVICES DEPARTMENT
CONTRACT PRODUCTION AND MARKETING THROUGH THE INTEGRATED PRODUCTION SYSTEM
MANAGEMENT OF STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS AND COMPLIANCE
SUSTAINABILITY AND COMPLIANCE PROGRAMMING
DEPARTMENTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

Major Functions /Accountabilities:
General Operations Management – operating costs per unit,
Drive on - going continuous improvement focusing on measured quality, volumes and yields,
Recruiting, leading and developing first class management team,
Attention to detailed operations systems and SOPs to drive productivity and quality and crop planning from field through packhouse,
Drive adoption of global best practices and benchmarks with local innovation,
Develop product SKU’s, packaging and implementation,
Budgets and forecasts, financial analysis and planning,
Plan and develop capacity depth and skills at all levels through operations,
Closely guard reputation and integrity of the business.

We are looking for a knowledgeable, thorough Agronomist who can develop better farming practices and find effective solutions for the food and farming industry. Experience with Avocado's and Macadamia nuts is required.
The successful Candidate will conduct research and field checks, take samples and make observations, perform tests, and identify and solve problems related to plant or soil nutrition, damage from insects or wildlife, weather or climate changes, or the use of specialized products, such as pesticides, fertilizers, etc. Using this information, you will also help farmers develop techniques to increase crop quality and yield.
Responsibilities:
Studying plants and soil in order to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improve crop yield, and solve problems facing the agriculture industry.
Researching, developing, and promoting farming practices or products that diminish the effects of changes in soil, climate, and weather or prevent damage from pests.
Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples and testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
Assisting with the plant selection process and the development of planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
Promoting products and techniques through educational presentations

Duties to include:
Managing day to day farming operations
Liaising with customers on a day to day basis
Staff management
Procurement
Administration and basic bookkeeping

The General Manager will assume full accountability for the overall management and results of the farm and oversee all day to day operations.

Responsibilities:
Oversee the agronomy activities with the Farm Manager, including irrigation, processing and maintenance activities on the farm, as well as coffee production.
International and local sales, including its administration, marketing, and quality control.
Responsibility for all accounting and financial aspects of the business.
All administrative departments (IT, procurement, legal, security, etc.).
Delegating responsibilities and supervising the work of department heads, as well as providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance.
Representation of the company to shareholders/boards, external business partners and any other third parties, including local government and societies.

You will be required to run a 1300 Ha irrigated seed production and 250 Ha. avocado with extensive experience in:
- Hybrid seed Maize production
- Sunflower production
- Bean production

Manage company seed production
. Monitor/audit external production field selection, ensuring that grow-outs are technically managed to maintain seed purity and hybridity.
Collect samples of product and coordinate in-process testing as needed.
Travel to current seed production locations, potential growers, tradeshows, and conferences.
Develop and support the quality protocols to ensure parent seed integrity.
Forecast variety-level production needs to meet sales demand
Negotiate and coordinate grower contracts and processors to process, bag, and deliver seed.Demonstrate desire and ability to proactively develop grower relationships, clearly understand their capabilities, and match them to JSS production needs. A

Responsibilities:
Creates feed orders and transmits them to the feed mill
Direct the Hatchery to produce the highest quality chicks at the highest percentage hatch rate possible for the lowest cost.
Ensure that the Hatchery, Tech Advisors, and Contract Producers follow Animal Welfare guidelines.
Plans production, spending, and capital improvement projects.
Prepares yearly budget for the hatchery.
Controls cost in labor, repairs, supplies, and vaccines.
Prepares monthly reports and graphs on hatchery performance.
Reports egg fertility and hatching residue results, as needed, to breeder department.
Ensure compliance with Company and OSHA safety guidelines.
Ensures completion of all quality assurance checks for the following: chick quality, vaccination checks, equipment checks, and maintenance work.
Consults with company veterinarian before making changes.
Prepares employee schedules, approves vacation requests and hires new employees as needed.

To be able to run a shift and attend to breakdowns with the support of the mechanical team

Duties to include:
• building and leading a country wide team to promote sales of all seed varieties. • establishing demonstration plots and training/upskilling farmers throughout the country • setting seed production targets with contract seed producers • preparing budgets and reporting on performance to the Board of Directors on a quarterly basis.

Duties to include:
Develop and maintain a grower evaluation system to drive increased yields and quality
Understand seed species and varieties, seed quality standards, and crop delivery requirements
Develop and implement programs regarding agronomic issues in production fields
Conduct and manage field productions of seed as required
Perform and coordinate seed logistics activities to ensure accurate records and movement of seed
Complete administrative duties such as signing grower contracts, collecting and inputting data for reports, pricing, and managing disposition of harvest
Remain current with latest production technology to support seed growers
Maintain relationships with growers, contractors and the local farming community
Satisfy internal production standards within quality, timeliness and financial objectives
Propose improvements to the field operations production program

Responsibilities and duties include but are not subject to:
Desk research
Conduct outsight research and liaise with other agriculture institutions in Zambia and elsewhere to inform trial questions. Many questions need more in depth research to improve trial planning and success. Some example topics include:
Reducing the cost of growing maize for organisations farmers
Moving forward with trials and scale up of reduction of weeds pressure
Developing a strategy to build soil fertility and structure for organisations farmers
Best practices for designing crop storage trials
Lead farmers’ preference tests for maize and other crops
Develop surveys, focus groups, semi-structured interview protocols and other farmer engagement strategies, and analyse data to discover and evaluate new trial ideas for improving impact along our 3 major impact categories: Farmer profit, Healthy soil, and Healthy families.

Designing and supporting execution of Research station trials
Play a leading role in trial prioritization and design for all research station trials.
Prioritize trials effectively based on research and station results
Create impact models for each product or idea to be tested throughout trials
Create crop management protocols and calendars for trials
Support the research station team in executing trials and solving problems
Gather feedback from research station teams to inform further trial ideas
Develop and deliver trainings to research station teams
<Br> Designing and supporting execution of participatory farmer field trials
Prioritize trials effectively, particularly through use of desk research and research station trials results
Create planting protocols and calendars for trials
Support the Impact field team in executing trials and solving problems
Develop and deliver trainings to Impact field team
Data audit and analysis

Analysis and reporting
Following completion of trials, the Agriculture Research Manager will: <b> Carry out statistical analyses and interpret results
Draft trial reports
Make recommendations for next steps e.g. repeat trial, add treatments, scaling-up.

Manage formulation systems – upgrades, formulation procedures
Set and control global raw material specifications(STL Base Matrix)
Set and control all global feed specifications(Nutrients, Raw Material Bounds, Additives)
Control all feed and raw material specification adjustments
Set all Raw Material and Feed Quality Control requirement
Investigate and sign off all feed related claims
Technical support and liaison for farms
Technical support for the feed mill team
Initiate trails required
Improving the productivity of the operation by managing and implementing a Production Improvement Program(PIP)
Safeguarding all the intellectual assets of the feed milling operation provided to the staff in the best interest of the company
Working 5 days a week in which weekend is the normal days off
Working hours from 7h00am to 17h00pm Mon – Fri