Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in Agriculture / Agro-Allied

  • Aqua Systems Manager – Homabay

    Aqua Systems Manager – Homabay

    Job Description

    Reports to: Aquaculture Cage Production Manager 
    Start Date: Immediate
     
    Are you looking for rapid professional development in on of Kenya’s fastest growing young companies?
     
    This is an opportunity to help shape the development of an organization that aims to be a sustainable leader in large scale aquaculture production. Professionally, you would be joining a business with evergrowing opportunities and responsibilities, providing a profound exposure to high-growth business environment.
    Come join us at Victory Farms as an Aqua Systems Manager.
     
    Duties/Responsibilities:

    Provide guidance in data entry and management of Aqua Manager.
    In coordination with the production manager the Analyst will, design computer application systems, modules and any software components needed to support Aquaculture production.
    Develop and maintain technical design documents and blueprints for software solutions including specifications and architectural design diagrams.
    Apply relevant emerging technologies, industry standards, best practices and provide input during Software Development Lifecycle
    Collect and record growth, production, and environmental data. Compile operational data and maintain operational records.
    Supervise and train aquaculture and fish hatchery support workers.
    Devise and participate in activities to improve fish hatching and growth rates, and to prevent disease in hatcheries.
    Developing monthly feed conversion ratio (FCR) and fish survival reports
    Confer with biologists, fish pathologists, and other fishery personnel to obtain data concerning fish habits, diseases, food, and environmental requirements.
    Provide support in ensuring dissolved oxygen, temperature, & Secchi disk readings are conducted every morning and afternoon to assess water quality.

    Qualifications:

    Strong data management background with a proven ability to interact with complex systems and large dataset.
    Computer science background, data management and analysis, and must be willing to learn about aquaculture.
    A University Degree in Agricultural/horticultural or Fisheries and Aquatic science or related agricultural field.
    5 years’ experience working in commercial aquaculture/poultry or flower farming
    Strong experience large-scale production systems, – Fish farming, flower farming or Poultry farming.
    Should have logistical and operational mindset.
    Should have strong teamwork and ability to function well in groups, including strong communication skills.
    Desire to learn and progress within the organization.
    Efficiency focused, with strong problem-solving skills.
    Dedicated to excellence and detail-oriented execution.
    Candidate must demonstrate a strong willingness and desire to relocate to rural Homabay, Kenya.

  • Farm Manager Analyst, Transactions

    Farm Manager Analyst, Transactions

    Job Brief
    Greenblade Growers a subsidiary of Centum seeks to recruit a Farm Manager for its Tumaini Operations in Ol Kalou. The role reports to the General Manager.Key Responsibilities

    Manage the implementation of the farm operations by Unit heads and team leaders to ensure targeted supply of raw material to the packhouse is achieved
    Prepare and report raw material supply projections to the packhouse
    Coordinate the farm units to harvest and supply raw material to the packhouse
    Coordinate with the Finance and admin department the supply of inputs, tools, machinery services and other materials as per the farming programs issued by the general manager
    In consultation with farm unit heads prepare application details for sprays, fertilizers and irrigation.
    Coordinate the supply of shared services i.e. spray, irrigation and land preparation by the farm units
    Ensure all documentation and records regarding inputs usage are maintained as per legal and certification requirements.
    Organize the recruitment of labour in collaboration with Unit heads, team leaders and HR Officer
    Ensure labour deployed is utilized efficiently in the farm
    Ensure company HR policies and procedures and adhered to in the farm
    Review and approve worker payments
    Maintain high levels of health and safety in the farm
    Manage the certification and licencing of the farm and its

    Minimum Education Qualifications

    A minimum of Diploma in Agriculture from an accredited institution
    Basis & Facts certification will be an added advantage

    Required Knowledge & Experience

    Over 3 years’ experience in a medium sized herbs farm
    Understanding of production of the following herbs; Chives, mint, thyme and Rosemary
    Thorough understanding of GLOBAL GAP, SMETA and TNC certification
    Understanding on legal requirements for farms
    Understanding on health and safety procedures for farms
    Understanding of Integrated Pest Management
    Understanding of Safe use and disposal of pesticides and fertilizers
    Understanding of labour laws of Kenya

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  • Field Manager, Production and Aggregation

    Field Manager, Production and Aggregation

    Key Responsibilities

    Timely and quality extension services to the contracted growers. Spearheading recruitment and training of growers including; championing expansion of the company.
    Pre-planning of production in respective area of production.
    Coordinating the plantings as per planting budget and schedule.
    Ensuring good quality production through enhanced crop management at growers’ level.
    Groups management trainings to the growers to ensure functional producer groups. Coordinating and monitoring company projects and programs in operational areas.
    Enhancing and ensuring GAP adherence.
    Coordinating Aggregation f produce from smallholder farmers.
    Timely documentation to facilitate payments to the farmers.

    Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience required for this role

    A Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Horticulture and floriculture fields.
    Diploma in Agronomy, Horticulture and Floriculture with a minimum 1 years’ experience.
    Work experience of not less than 1 year in smallholder farmers management schemes.
    Competencies required for this role
    High performing, proactive and self –driven excellent interpersonal organizational, communication and leadership skills Able to work with minimum supervision.

    Others.

    Must be a resident in the above Counties
    Fluent in English, Swahili and Local language.

  • Animal Feed Production

    Animal Feed Production

    Qualifications

    Bachelor of Science in animal science / range management / animal husbandry / animal production or its equivalent
    Open minded and willing to Learn
    A team player, a creative thinker and a fast learner

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    Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
    Job Group “K”
    Salary Scale: Ksh. 37,070.00 – 49,950.00 pm
    House Allowance: As per prevailing civil servant rates
    Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 6,000 pm
    Annual Leave Allowance: Ksh. 5,000 p.a
    Leave Entitlement: 30 working days p.a
    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree or a Higher National Diploma in any of the following specializations; Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Entomology, Agronomy, Agribusiness, Agrometeorology, Agricultural Information and Communication Technology, Horticulture, Agriculture Science, Agricultural Resource Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
    Proficiency in computer application skills

    Responsibilities

    Undertaking training in areas of specialization in accordance with the syllabus;
    Preparing teaching/learning materials and schemes of work;
    Setting and marking examination/assignment;
    Carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a senior trainer; and
    Supervising trainers’ projects and practical work

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  • Group Breeder Operations Manager

    Group Breeder Operations Manager

    Job description

    The position is a senior role overseeing the production of in excess 1,000,000 parent and 30,000 grandparent stock broiler breeder genetics and 150,00 layer parents across Kenya, Tanzania and Zambia. All operations to date run day old to death open sided housing systems. The successful candidate will be highly experienced and have a proven track record in extracting the highest of performance levels of egg and chick output at the lowest cost. The position involves frequent travel across the group’s operations and will require strong leadership skills to deal with its diverse cultures.

  • Aquaculture Cage Production Manager

    Aquaculture Cage Production Manager

    Job Description

    Location: 100% Farm (Farm based in rural area in Homa Bay County, Kenya)
    Annual bonus: 0 – 30% of gross basic
    We are a rapidly growing organisation and as such are seeking to recruit highly experienced, qualified and motivated individuals who are capable of immediately having a positive impact, helping us to achieve our goals. The ideal candidate will have obtained a university degree (or equivalent in work experience). They will have 5+ years’ experience working in commercial aquaculture.
    EXPERIENCE & ATTRIBUTES:

    Experience in cage aquaculture in large-scale production systems, including cage and mooring installation, fish handling, grading, harvesting and feeding.
    Strong knowledge of fish biology, nutrition and water quality, as well as animal health and pathology.
    Strong logistical and operational mindset
    Experience of establishing and implementing protocols and SOPs.
    Able to lead large teams (6-8 direct reports, overall responsibility for >100 people) in multiple work streams, including technical and logistics-intensive activities.
    Efficient in multi-tasking and accomplishing range of projects on schedule.
    Strong teamwork and ability to function well in groups, including strong communication skills.
    Desire to learn and progress within the organization.
    Efficiency focussed, with strong problem-solving skills.
    Incredibly diligent and able to follow projects through to completion.
    Dedicated to excellence and detail-oriented execution.

    Furthermore, the ideal candidate would have experience in using Aqua Manager or similar fish management software, be a competent swimmer and scuba diver and experienced in handling small boats. Also, specific knowledge and experience with tilapia would be advantageous.
    Ideally, the candidate will also have experience of working in a rural environment within a developing country. In cases without developing country experience, candidate must demonstrate a strong willingness and desire to relocate to Kenya.
    In addition to the daily workload within the production department, we expect the Production Manager to assist in supporting and creating processes within other departments.

  • Crop Care Supervisor – Berries / Soft Fruit Harvesting Supervisor – Berries / Soft Fruit Quality Assurance Supervisor – Berries / Soft Fruit

    Crop Care Supervisor – Berries / Soft Fruit Harvesting Supervisor – Berries / Soft Fruit Quality Assurance Supervisor – Berries / Soft Fruit

    Details:
    The Crop Care Supervisor is involved in executing trials across irrigation, fertigation, as well as pest and disease programs. You will be responsible for managing the day to day labour and site operational needs as well as ensuring crop health and monitoring is maintained on a daily basis.
    If you answer YES to all of the key requirements below, then please apply;

    Certificate, Diploma or Bachelors of Science in Agriculture/Horticulture.
    Experience in Berries/Soft Fruit growing
    Excellent attention to detail – ability to identify/ report pests and diseases.
    Ability to work under minimal supervision
    Team player who creates top down working relationship with general workers and management.
    Good communication skills
    Good analytical and time management skills
    Able to work 6 full days per week

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  • Technical Agronomist

    Technical Agronomist

    Responsible for maintaining the content of our agricultural inputs database and design training questions for the our agrovet users.
    Responsibilities

    Maintain all the content on our agricultural inputs database.
    Internal Testing of new version of MTela and advising on bugs and new features
    Develop questions that can be used for our agrodealer training module.
    Liaise with input companies to collect the information of their products and usage instructions.
    Offer support to our current users
    Assist project management team in developing new product features
    Assist project management team in resource planning and executing of weekly activities

    Qualifications

    Diploma/Degree in Agriculture or an equivalent combination of education.
    Have at least 2-3 years’ experience in agriculture.
    Confident and effective in decision making with ability in developing and implementing strategies and adapt tactfulness.
    Able to work independently.
    Exceptional working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word.

  • Agronomist – Fresh Produce

    Agronomist – Fresh Produce

    Our client seeks to hire a well experienced and results-oriented Agronomist to generate profitability, maximize production growth and oversee key agronomy marketing activities in the organization. 
    Industry: Fresh Produce
    Gross Salary: 30-35k
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Recruiting, Training and supervising the Field Agronomist
    Come up with a clear production plan for all the regions: From planting to harvesting for proper
    Advice the management on the measure to be taken on any non-performing field agronomist or technical staff
    Budget plan on the production process putting in consideration the region, Number of farmers expected per year, Materials to be used per region.
    Ensuring the produce meets both the local and EU requirements including produce quality safety, legality and authenticity.
    Farmers’ approval based on the observation of Good agricultural practice.
    Organization for Global GAP accreditation to the contracted farmers
    Coordination of harvestings and advising the management of daily harvestings.
    Ensuring that agronomist observes proper transportation and documentation of produce from the field to the packed house.
    Prepare routine and special reports to production staff, management and regulatory agencies as required such as analytical results as well as advising and guiding management on areas of improvement based on the data collected

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Diploma/Degree in Horticulture or an equivalent combination of education
    Have at least 2-3 years’ experience in agribusiness
    Demonstrate PR and interpersonal skills, leadership skills, supervisory skills and strategic planning
    Demonstrate essential abilities such as business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
    Ability to apply technical knowledge of the environment and legislation/public policy matters in a practical environment/ Commercial awareness.
    Confident and effective in decision making with ability in developing and implementing strategies and adapt tactfulness.
    Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record with the ability to travel independently and long distances across the country.
    Must be able and willing to work for long hours.