Farm Manager – Chisamba

Job description

Description:

Job Purpose

The Farm Manager will oversee the daily operations of the farm, including crop cultivation, livestock management, and personnel supervision, to ensure efficient and profitable agricultural production. Be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing farming activities to maximize yield and profitability. Managing resources, implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

Plan and coordinate farm operations, including planting, harvesting, and livestock care.
Develop and implement farming plans, schedules, and budgets to optimize productivity and profitability.
Monitor crop yields, livestock health, and environmental conditions to identify issues and implement corrective measures.
Oversee farrow-to-finish piggery (breeding, farrowing, weaning, finishing).
Manage cow dairy herd (milking, calf rearing & heifer rearing).
Supervise forage crop production for silage and hay.
Feed management include stocks management
Coordinate feed formulation and supply for pigs and dairy.
Herd fertility & herd health management
Ensure biosecurity, milk quality, and animal welfare standards.
Monitor and control expenses to stay within budgetary limits.
Implement sustainable farming practices to conserve resources and minimize environmental impact.
Coordinate with agronomists, veterinarians, and other agricultural professionals as needed

Required Skills and Competencies

Good communication skills
Good Leadership skills
Sound Planning and organization
Excellent Problem-solving abilities
Good financial management skills
Adaptability
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Sound knowledge of sustainable farming practices
Primary Areas of Accountability:

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in General Agriculture/Animal Science
Must have a minimum of 10 years’ work experience as a Farm Manager or Supervisor
Proven Zambian Agricultural knowledge
Certificate in Artificial insemination will be a plus
Computer literacy with excellent Microsoft skills.

QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED FEMALES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

If you meet the hiring requirements for the position, please email your CV in MS Word and Cover Letter clearly stating your salary expectations to: jobs@bemconsult.com & Cc bemconsult8@gmail.com   

Note that all communications will be kept in the strictest of confidence. If you do not receive communication within 21 working days of the closing date of the advert, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

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