Details:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Co-ordination of all field production programs.
Coordination of all produce harvesting activities.
Establishing harvesting projections in line with production/packing plans.
Providing technical advice to farmers through the field managers.
Maintaining good relations between farmers and the company
Training the farmers and extension staff on production requirements and other areas of the quality management and internal control system
Providing the Management Board with reports on production and other matters as outlined in the IMS
Managing and implementing the requirements of IMS in compliance to market driven standards.
Maintaining up to date files of all records and documentation as required by the Olivado IMS.
Keeping abreast of developments, issues and legislative changes pertaining to the sectors in which audits are carried out.
Reviewing GlobalGAP, IMO Organic and Fair for Life and other related documentation and advise on areas of improvement.
Acting as the GlobalGAP Management representative for the company.
Managing the Olivado Company Limited GlobalGAP and other standards Quality Management System.
Professional development of field staff and management/technical skills
Evaluating staff performance
Coordinate Food and Plant Research project team and to apply research learnings in the field and factory
Preparation and management of budgets in conjunction with accounts department.
KEY TASKS
Degree in business management, agriculture/ horticulture or related discipline.
Practical skills in personnel management.
Local working language skills
Training either as part of formal qualification or by the successful completion of a formal course in: –
Auditing techniques.
Food hygiene and safety
HACCP principles.
Quality Management Systems
Pesticides and Fertilizer use.
At least 3 years’ experience in production of horticultural crops.
Practical Auditing experience.
Experience in management of externally certified voluntary standards preferably GlobalGAP, Organic or Fair Trade
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft applications
Ability to work proactively and autonomously
Ability to accurately plan, multi-task and pay attention to details
