Pedrew Investments Limited (PIL) is looking for a mature, resilient, and reliable Farm Manager to manage the day-to-day activities of Pedrew Farms located in 11 Miles Chibombo. S/he will oversee the planning, budgeting, coordinating and procurement of farming inputs. The position also entails being a supervisor for the farm workers. S/he will represent our company in a professional and cost-effective manner to increase our profitability and customer satisfaction. In additional, the role requires someone who is highly alert with issues regarding health and safety requirements at a farm.

Responsibilities

• Day to day management of livestock (Pigs & Chickens) at the farm.
• Ensure the Piggeries and poultry houses are well maintained and not prone to diseases.
• Ensure constant monitoring of the performance of livestock.
• Forward planning to make sure that all orders are met promptly.
• To supervise farm general workers and ensure the operation are profitable.
• Formulation of annual and monthly budgets.
• Maintenance of Proper and accurate records for the activities in the piggery and poultry.
• Oversee the sales and procurement of livestock and farm produce.
• Hands on tasks such as feeding animals, administering vaccines, assisting with pig farrowing and animal castrating.
• To assist with recruiting, training, and supporting farm workers.
• Ensure that work is done is done safely and in time to meet targets and orders.
• Ensure that the farm operations adhere to all the government regulations and health and safety standards.
• Record management of all farm production activities.
• Promptly respond to any emergencies at the farm.
• Make sure the farm operations are profitable and financial targets are met.
• Organizing maintenance and repairs of farm property, equipment, and machinery.
• Must be actively involved in advertising and marketing of farm products.
• Must liaise with the vet as and when needs arises.

Requirements and skills

• Full Grade 12 certificate.
• Minimum Diploma in Agriculture/Veterinary or its equivalent
• Minimum relevant experience-3 years
• Computer literate, conversant with Microsoft excel and word.
• Proficient in English language and Nyanja.
• Good communication skills (written and oral).

Key attributes

• High level of initiative and integrity.
• Ability to adapt to new situations.
• Must possess excellent leadership skills.
• Should be a team player, diligent and hardworking.
• Must be firm and impartial in the affairs of his staff.
• Willing to accept additional responsibilities.