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Responsibilities will include:
ensuring all aspects of running the farm are met
maintaining safe working practices
managing and motivating a team
ensuring welfare of livestock
ventilation management
feed management
vaccinations
production performance
record keeping

Planning and programming of works relating to the planting through harvesting of Potatoes, Maize wheat, soya, sugar beans and other row crops.<br. Experience in the super food and organic industry will be beneficial. Horticultural experience is also required.
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.
FARM EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE : Ensure all the equipment, including tractors, implements and all other equipment is receiving the maintenance and care required through collaborations with the workshop teams.
All equipment will be the responsibility of the Farm Manager until the point of hand over to the workshop Manager.
All cleaning, greasing and preventative maintenance will be the responsibility of the farm manager.
ADMINISTRATION AND RECORDS : The candidate will be able to assist the operations manager with the preparation of farm budgets and ensure that all records are kept daily to ensure that budgets are strictly adhered to.
All records relating to the management of all resources including labour management, inputs allocation and vehicle usage will be the responsibility of the farm manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides professional advice on the selection, ordering, planting, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, ground covers, and turf grasses on campus.
Plans and designs annual and perennial flower beds.
Grows potted plants and nursery stock and maintains records on the growing operation.
Trains and supervises subordinate personnel in greenhouse operations and in the proper methods and techniques of planting ornamental plants.
Trains ground personnel in the techniques of pruning, wound dressing, cavity repair, and the cabling and bracing of trees and shrubs.
Prepares orders for various types of plants and seeds.
Inventories, maps, and labels trees and shrubs on location for instructional and maintenance purposes.
Assists in the preparation of maintenance programs for the control of plant diseases and insects.
Prepares fertilizer programs for various types of plants.
Confers with landscape architect and other personnel in the selection of plants.
Supervises with the operation of the Departmental Greenhouse.

The Agriculture Project Manager will lead on the design and implementation phase of the Energy & Farming component, providing technical advisory on irrigation, farming and financing model/mechanism that are appropriate to the beneficiaries.
Key responsibilities
In collaboration with the Programme Technical Manager (PTM), lead on the delivery of the project design phase that is tailored to the local farming activities’ methods, crop seasonality, needs and challenges, including:
Lead on the identification of project target regions with high irrigation potential and need for irrigation improvement.
Work with the relevant government agencies to ensure alignment with their priorities , as well as to reach out to small farmers communities
Build alliance and coordinate partnership with local agri-focused organisations with significant extension network to help with farmer mobilisation and buy-in during implementation phase
Conduct baseline assessment/farmer needs assessment to inform project design.
Monitor, identify and advice on challenges and risks facing the implementation of the project
Ensuring the provision of quality data on a timely basis for internal project management and external reporting purposes;
Contribute to dissemination of good practice and lessons from the organization’s work and promote experience sharing and learning in the organization and among partners
Supporting project reporting and assisting programme management in other activities as and when necessary. Organize and assist with management of project budgets.
Team management

We are looking to hire a skilled Arborist to plant and maintain trees for our clients. As an Arborist, you will be responsible for the Company and consulting with clients on their landscaping needs, planting new trees, maintaining and pruning trees, and removing dead or unwanted trees. You may also be required to monitor and maintain soil conditions, treat diseased trees, and apply pesticides.
To ensure success as an Arborist you should have in-depth knowledge of soil and tree biology, a good understanding of tree anatomy, and the physical strength to climb and cut tree limbs. A top-notch Arborist maintains the health and attractiveness of a tree to meet the customer's needs.
Arborist Responsibilities:
Meeting with clients to discuss their landscaping needs.
Assessing soil and space requirements for new trees.
Planting new trees or woody plants.
Identifying and treating diseased trees.
Trimming tree branches and pruning trees.
Testing and maintaining soil conditions.
Applying specialized tree fertilizers.
Applying pesticides if necessary.
Removing dead or unwanted trees.

Duties to include:
Directs and coordinates worker activities, such as planting of Maize, irrigation, chemical application, harvesting, grading, payroll, and record keeping
Analyze soil to determine type and quantity of fertilizer required for maximum production
Plan activities for trainee staff, mentoring and monitoring them
Maintain and monitor the quality of yield

The primary role of a Country Manager is to oversee the full operations in Botswana.
Driving the overall engagement with all customers, suppliers, partners and team members.
Critical to the success of this role is an ability to be highly operational, hands on, and drive tangible actions and outcomes in a time sensitive manner.
Build a highly effective team across the core functions of the business being Technical, Financial, Commercial and HR.
This Executive leadership role will require the individual to connect effectively with employees at all levels.
Responsible for achieving Financial KPI’s as set out in the Budget & for Managing expenditure and costs.
Responsible for producing budgeted volumes of Day-Old Chicks and Feed as per KPIs & company strategy.
Responsible for leading, managing & developing a high performing country team aligned with Company HR Policy, Values & Behaviours.
Must identify and utilize data and analytics to drive effective decision making at all levels of the organization.
Ensures all operational divisions comply with company QA, SHE, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practice), GHPs (Good Hygiene Practice) and all other company SOPs & deadlines.
Together with Operational divisions take responsibility for all maintenance, upkeep, security and general appearance of company infrastructure, assets, equipment & stocks.
Responsible for the company corporate risk controls & ensuring compliance with legal & company requirements.
Understand Macro and Micro environment affecting the Agricultural/Poultry Business and to set out a plan to take advantage of opportunities and identify threats.
Work Environment: Working in a structured and metric based environment.

Duties:
Go through learnership in all sections of the company that includes
Factory process-Raw materials, Production, Quality Control, Stores and Despatch
Retail-Selling, Marketing and Technical Support
Procurement of Agriculture inputs
Finance-Data analysis etc

Planning and programming of works relating to the planting through harvesting Farm Products.
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 Arable farming and post harvest loss prevention.

RESPONSIBILITIES To support sales in specified regions through customer visits and visits to stockists of poultry feed.
To provide technical support for clients needing advice and assistance in their regions.
Make time for visits to farms and provide the service which will differentiate us from our competitors and put us ahead and gain grow the business.
To provide nutritional advise to clients of all poultry disciplines for the best welfare and care of layers and broilers .
To visit all resellers and co-ops in their regions and assist with customer complaints, stock management and good relationships needed for optimum customer service.
Seek opportunities in their allocated areas, identify growth areas and target new customers
. To work at achieving set volume targets set for the allocated financial year.

Development of a marketing strategy in line with company goals.
Effective management of external, internal and visual communication for the Group.
Effective management of staff within the Marketing Department.

The role will representative the business from an agronomy perspective in the Manicaland area.

Grower Cash Flows
assisting on cash flows for the new season in excel
entering in all cashflow information into relevant spreadsheets
monitoring of all growers cashflows, not to go over budget, and not use chems etc not legal.
Grower Contracts
compiling/printing grower contracts in accordance to their cashflows
Signing off the contracts with the growers
Monthly Grower PMTS
compile a spread sheet with all monthly cash payments for the growers, which is submitted to accounts on 15th of every month, in accordance to their cashflows
capex/profit payments also need to be done, through spreadsheets, requisitions, and then through to accounts payment done on behalf of the growers is also done
all of these are recorded in relevant spreadsheets that are set up, budgets and actuals
requesting/calling on necessary funds for monthly payments from accounts
Requisitions
signing off on all requisitions for inputs/capex/packaging/fuel etc that the growers need and sending the signed off copies to relevant suppliers and growers, as well as all collection notes for goods/fuel being collected Fuel -
all commercial fuel is signed off on, and monitored according to each cash flow
it is entered a spreadsheet, and then this is compiled between 2 contract suppliers, who in turn send through invoices, which are reconciled etc. on spread sheets which are then sent through to accounts.
Daily - on a daily basis the growers’ budgets and actuals are updated accordingly, as well as their loan and sales spread sheets.
Packaging
recording, signing off on packaging and keeping record, which at month end is sent through to accounts reconciling with warehouse dispatch notes
Sales
open bravo check to make sure all daily sales are in the system correctly
entering all daily sales into our own department spread sheet for monitoring of all recoveries/profits for each grower
sending copy of sales sheet to growers daily
Suppliers
receiving all suppliers monthly invoices and allocating them according to each grower’s loan account on our various spreadsheets, with the relevant requisitions
reconciling accounts, signing off on invoices which are then given to accounts
Hail Insurance
submitting and checking on all grower’s hail submissions/claims etc, spreadsheets
Stop Orders
Submission, monitoring, changing of stop orders with TIMB/spreadsheets correspondence
Seed
seed selling, monitoring stocks sales/spreadsheets
Grower details
updating and compiling all grower details, personal, banking etc
Basic daily correspondence with suppliers, growers/general housekeeping/filing etc.

Milk Supply Development Manager - Paterson Grade D4. The successful applicants will be reporting to the Milk Supply Development Executive.
Specific Responsibilities:
Formulates department strategy
Manages the performance of the team (MSDOs and Vet Officers)
Provide technical expertise to dairy farmer and farm workers
Implement strategies to increase raw milk intake share
Implement strategies to improve raw milk quality
Liaise with relevant stakeholders in the industry e.g. ZADF, ZDIT, Dairy Services, NDC, Ministry, etc.
Write business proposals
Develop and ensure all producers have valid milk supply contracts
Develop and maintain the Quality Premium Scheme for milk pay-out
Ensure all producers are assisted with queries on test results, rejections, payments, etc Assist producers with heifer loan scheme administration
Management of farmer support, input procurement, distribution and payment of inputs
Milk development activities – pasture development, silage and hay production
Attract new producers; including establishing new milk producer groups
Develop and implement producer communication strategy – engaging producers, providing regular updates

We are searching for a Farm Manager with good business sense to join our Clients' team. The Banana Farm Manager’s responsibilities include monitoring staff, crops, and livestock, purchasing supplies, preparing budgets and reports, and ensuring maximum profit. You should be able to maintain professional networks and keep abreast of developments in agricultural science.
The successful candidate will be detail-oriented but also keep the bigger picture in mind. Outstanding candidates are keen problem solvers who are focused on efficiency and take a hands-on approach to management.
Farm Manager Responsibilities:
Analyzing existing operations, banana crops, livestock, staff, and financial documents and recommending improvements.
Preparing plans and schedules for planting and harvesting and ensuring staff understand expectations.
Visiting the different divisions to inspect crops, livestock, and also perform tests on soil and water.
Ensuring seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other supplies are regularly restocked.
Scheduling repairs, maintenance, and replacement of equipment and machinery.
Handling the marketing and sale of products produced on the farm like fruit, vegetables, dairy, meat, and grain.
Ensuring all staff adhere to health and safety regulations.
Assisting with the recruitment and training of new staff members.
Collaborating with senior staff to prepare budgets and financial reports.
Building professional networks and keeping abreast of developments in agricultural science.

This would include managing all orchard components associated with producing conventional and organic citrus and avocados.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing a large, modern orchard system, with a large workforce.
Day-to-day responsibilities include directing staff, outlining priorities, setting goals and evaluating outcomes. Communication and teamwork are key skill traits.
The candidate should be an independent, motivated self-starter who values working in a “team” setting.
Supervise and lead the orchard managers to meet key objectives;
Manage orchards to ensure efficient/profitable operations while also meeting certification expectations for organics and food/human safety;
Lead the day-to-day direction and implementation of the orchard operations, including but not limited to orchard renewal, crop management, crop protection, pest management, irrigation, harvest timing and post-harvest strategies
Further develop manager training mechanisms with clear goals and pathways for leadership opportunities among staff.
Establish orchard production goals and direction while strategically planning projects with owner

Duties to include:
Plan, design, and supervise the building of irrigation, drainage, and flood- and water-control systems.
Conduct research to find new sustainable ways to produce food and fibre for consumers.
Conduct research for the design of innovative new structures and systems.
Conduct research to develop new technologies and management practices for food production that protect environmental resources.

The position reports to the Agriculture Head, and operates within the Agricultural function. The successful incumbent will be responsible for Develop Grower development strategy with a view towards long-term sustainable cane supply, optimisation of Grower operations, relationship management and practices for environmental sustainability and climatic resilience. The role will also be responsible for Ensuring a long term, sustainable cane supply by holding the function accountable to the highest standards of sustainable cane supply and Grower optimization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop the long term cane supply plan; ensure that appropriate processes are run to refresh plan at appropriate intervals and that initiatives are in place to deliver on the plan strategy
Oversee coordination of a rateable supply of cane to the mill aligned with mill requirements, ensuring delivery equity between Growers (including Estate cane) and hauliers is maintained, and that “no cane“ stops, other than those for rain, are minimised and plant crushing capacity & OTE maximised
Develop crop forecasts from review of strategic analysis of crop growing areas being cognizant of prevailing conditions e.g. weather, soils, politics, social etc.
Build a strong leadership team and talent pipeline for Grower agriculture through ongoing coaching, mentoring and guidance
Drive rigorous performance management, biased towards rewarding strong performance and compliance with critical behaviours, and including managing consequences where required
Drive operational excellence across Grower agriculture by making informed tradeoffs and driving initiatives that will deliver a sustainable cane supply at optimal cost and quality levels
Ensure adoption of group standards and processes for identifying and securing cane supply, supporting the Grower ecosystem, managing Grower relationships and managing Grower cane supply.
Oversee integration of Estate Agriculture technical expertise into Grower Optimisation initiatives
Drive synergies with the group, effectively partnering with group counterparts to identify, share and embed opportunities for optimisation
Oversee relationships with Growers, key stakeholders and 3rd party suppliers
Report on cane supply and Grower performance, including key adverse or positive developments, to Country Executive and Group Grower Agriculture
Initiate and develop the business case for key projects (including innovation opportunities), ensuring required outcomes are delivered on
Establish and maintain a cane production and grower relationship management database that satisfies business requirements
Manage and coordinate sharing of identified best practices, frameworks and minimum standards within function through Head Office platform, and provide additional opportunities for problem identification and knowledge sharing
Oversee effective talent and performance management within function
Promote and adhere to Business procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC)
Ensure enablers are in place to promote success (e.g. systems and processes)
Identify and monitor KPIs to track performance and flag any issues

Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop sustainable agronomic strategies with the objective of closing the gap between the actual and the attainable yield potentials for each field on the estate
Drive agronomic modernisation, and optimisation improvement plans through innovation and new farming systems, improving the cost of production through yield and efficiency improvement
Support adoption and embedding of agreed best practices, frameworks, minimum standards and processes for agronomy
Develop an estate master plan that guides strategic decision agriculture to maximize sucrose production and profitability– e.g. seasonal planting variety and ground usage, sugar cane agronomic trials, Estate nursery fields management, seed quality, plant nutrition, water usage, fertilisers, and cane improvement practices
Develop an integrated pest and disease management program across the cane supply area, monitor / report on status and changes, and ensure best practice is applied
Provide Agronomic support service to Growers through Extension Officers
Own design and management of systems data analytics methodologies / reporting
Manage data to maximise accuracy and integrity
Coordinate capability building in data management, analytics and benchmarking, and drive on-site utilization
Set direction, implement and monitor continuous improvement by designing standardized work practices for in-Country nuances, and ensuring that tools and techniques are being applied to deliver high quality, sustainable supply of Estate sugar cane
Develop and update standardized work procedures in line with Head Office best practices and on-site constraints

The role will take responsibilities for designing a range of irrigation solutions.
Perform site visits during construction to observe landscape and irrigation construction compliance to plans
Responsible for production & coordination of drawings and specifications; Including consultant coordination

Responsibilities will include -
Managing rural estates, which may comprise any combination of farms, tenanted dwellings, farm buildings such as workshops, and offices - this work often includes direct management of estate staff
Overseeing the development of farming facilities to ensure they are working efficiently and considering alternative uses for redundant farm buildings
Providing professional advice on how emerging regulations and practices may affect business plans
Keeping up to date with new national or EU regulations that are likely to affect land use

Responsibilities to include:
Day to day planning and management of all farming operations including but not limited to over 2400ha of annual seasonal cultivation
Land/field infrastructure development
Develop and manage crop research facilities
Develop and implement policies and standard operating procedures.
Data collection
Manage all agricultural equipment working closely with the maintenance department.
Business development including strategy, markets, and product innovation
Financial planning and review
Project management
HR management
Adherence to environmental planning and permits
Manage all imagery and imaging technologies such as UAV's / Drones etc for monitoring farm activity

Duties to include:
ensuring all aspects of running the farm are met
maintaining safe working practices
managing and motivating a team
ensuring welfare of livestock
ventilation management
feed management
vaccinations
production performance
record keeping

Duties to include:
ensuring all aspects of running the farm are met
maintaining safe working practices
managing and motivating a team
ensuring welfare of livestock
ventilation management
feed management
vaccinations
production performance
record keeping

Duties to include:
Manage and coordinate hatchery activities
Oversee quality assurance program
Monitor facility equipment and repairs
Oversee hatchery sanitation
Keep a current knowledge of industry trends
Manage animal welfare program
Plan and oversee hatchery budget
Comply with all company policies and animal welfare guidelines
Manage chick care, maintenance, packing and transfer activities
Manage and maintain weekly hatch schedules
Direct supervision of employees

This position is based in the Eastern Highlands working for a rapidly expanding Company that grows, manufactures and exports their Avocado and Macadamia to International markets.
The successful candidate will have 3-5 years experience in growing and managing avocado/macadamia or similar farm operations and will be responsible for:
Overseeing all production related to avo's and macadamias.
Packhouse experience an advantage as will be required to run the avo packhouse during the season
Global GAP and other ethical trading audit experience would be a distinct advantage
Oversee workshop and tractor maintenance
You will be required to relocate if not in the area and the usual farm benefits are provided.

Improving the workshop standards
We would like you to start to manage all the technical teams and train them where necessary
Implementing best practice procedures in the workshop
Managing workshop activity
Managing safety
Managing staff
Servicing and maintenance of Equipment

Duties to include:
Business development
Market research
Customer service
Providing quotations
Sales administration
Call plans
Budget planning
Adopt new strategies to keep up to date with current business trends
Will be required to travel across the country

Must be willing to oversee the department and a few staff members
There will be need to travel out to customers if there is a breakdown or if services need to be attended to
Must be willing to work on tractors and put in extra time when required

Exhibit a positive, friendly & helpful attitude towards customers and be sensitive to their needs.
Willing to be a general run around and assist in all divisions in the office
Create proforma, delivery note and invoice.
Select appropriate product from stock. Assist with and resolve customer complaints where necessary.
Keeps abreast of new product information and upcoming product promotions.
Any additional tasks as assigned by the Office Manager
Perform basic mathematical calculations required to accurately complete assigned tasks eg. discounts and mark ups

Managing sales and marketing of irrigation systems, includes Drip systems and Center Pivots.
Managing team of irrigation designers and technicians.
Maintaining and developing contacts with the suppliers from all over the world.
Maintaining appropriate stock levels.
Developing the company's business in this area, through direct contacts with existing and potential customers.

The role is open to candidates of all nationalities globally, you must have experience farming alfalfa crops.
The client is a start up business with the aim to bring alfalfa farming to Africa on a commercial scale, their first operation will be based in Tamale in Ghana.
The farm will initially have around 10,000 hectares of land which will increase after the first season and the aim will be to produce the crop all year round
We are looking for a Farm Manager that has global experience, has worked in different cultures and tried different approached to farming
If you have worked in USA farming this will be an added advantage
We are ideally looking for someone with experience with underground irrigation, solar power farming and other similar techniques
The salary is negotiable and will be discussed with shortlisted candidates, accommodation will be provided as well as car, costs, visas and other amenities

Decides on how to discipline subordinates
Makes decision regarding manpower requirements
Executes on cropping program as per set guidelines
The person provide leadership in the Blue Berry Project
Must be prepared to work in a high pressure and dynamic environment
Daily, Weekly and Monthly reports
Formulation of Good Agricultural Practices and ensuring that the contracted farmers adheres to the standards. (GAP, Eurogap) accreditation programs
Management of Company’s community development plan-running the out-grower scheme
Setting up project associates and co-ordination of operation in line with strategy and company policy
Production planning and management

To cover all aspects of livestock management