Farm Manager

Agrifa International Limited

We are an agribusiness company operating in Southwest Nigeria and seeking an experienced agronomist to manage an organic plantain farm. The successful candidate must be a problem solver and self-starter that requires little guidance to thrive in a demanding farming environment. He must have meaningful prior experience and demonstrate tangible success in managing a large plantain farm.

Essential Responsibilities

? Spearhead the implantation and expansion of the farm to 100ha capable of producing 3 large bunches per hole per twelve months

? Organize the work to achieve high operating efficiency and mitigate the prevalence of crop diseases

? Determine the short- and long-term equipment required to mechanize the operations

? Deploy and manage an irrigation system and implement strategies to organically fertilize the crops

? Devise and maintain monitoring reports to evaluate the performance at each phase of the farming process (land preparation, implantation, maintenance, etc.)

? Lead the hiring of the workforce and identify high performers to promote within the ranks

? Experiment with and recommend crops the company may consider adding to its portfolio

? Write periodic progress reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc.) detailing both the activities on the farm and the crops’ performance

Experience Requirements

? Bachelors or advanced degree in agriculture or in a related field with distinction from a reputable academic institution

? Minimum of 3 years of experience successfully managing a large-scale farm

? Demonstrated track record of leadership, hard work and positive outcomes is preferred

? Solid and verifiable references

Compensation is commensurate with experience. If qualified for and interested in the position, WhatsApp-enabled phone number for the initial phase of the interview process.

• Experience

  3 - 7 Years

• No. of Openings

  1

• Education

  Any Bachelor Degree

• Role

  Farm Manager

• Industry Type

  Manufacturing / Production / Quality

• Gender

  Male

• Type of Job

  Full Time

• Work Location Type

  Work from Office