Farm Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Farm Manager will be responsible for day-to-day management and oversight of a start-up poultry project, reporting directly to the farm owner. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, and comprehensive agribusiness expertise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations Management

Oversee day-to-day poultry care, including feeding, watering and overall health monitoring
Optimize farm production while maintaining the highest quality standards of poultry welfare
Coordinate with veterinary services for preventive care and treatment of poultry
Identify risks (e.g. disease outbreaks, feed shortages) and develop mitigation strategies
Recruit, train and manage farm staff to ensure smooth operations as the poultry project expands

Financial Management

Manage operating budget and maintain monthly financial records
Oversee procurement, storage and distribution of feeds, supplies, and equipment
Track inventory and production metrics and maintain accurate monthly reporting on production, feed consumption, mortality rates and vaccination schedules
Identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue enhancement to ensure profitability
Provide monthly operations and performance updates to farm owners

Sales & Distribution

Coordinate the sale and delivery of poultry by developing and maintaining good relationships with buyers, suppliers and other stakeholders
Manage relationships with key customers and ensure accurate bookkeeping of all transactions
Stay updated on market trends, pricing, and demand for poultry products
Analyze production data to identify trends and improve poultry sales

Facility Management

Regular cleaning and disinfection of poultry houses and equipment, including proper disposal of poultry waste to maintain environmental cleanliness
Maintain farm infrastructure and equipment, and schedule preventive maintenance and repairs
Oversee facility improvements and expansion projects
Implement the highest standards of security measures to mitigate theft

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma in Animal Science, Agribusiness, or related field
Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in livestock and poultry farm management
Strong knowledge of agricultural markets, operations and animal husbandry
Proven leadership and team management experience
Proficiency in MS Office and farm management software
Ability to perform physical farm work in various weather conditions, with capability to lift up to 25kg when necessary
Valid driver’s license

KEY ATTRIBUTES

Strong work ethic: commitment to long hours and hands-on management when required
Leadership skills: Ability to inspire, guide and manage a team effectively
Attention to detail: Ability to spot small issues before they become major problems
Agribusiness knowledge: deep understanding of livestock and poultry health, nutrition and farm management practices
Good communication skills: Clear communication with staff, suppliers and customers
Financial Acumen: Understanding of budgets, expenses and profitablity
Integrity: Honesty and transparency in all financial and operational matters

BENEFITS

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
This is a full-time position working on the farm Monday to Friday
Local residence is required, or willingness to relocate and live within a commutable distance to the farm

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: rubimacenterprises@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.

Apply via :

rubimacenterprises@gmail.com