Background

Walusungu Hospitality is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and experienced Farm Manager to oversee operations at Zimba Ranch, the primary food production unit supplying our hospitality business.

This is a hands-on management role requiring someone who is passionate about agriculture, possesses strong leadership skills, and is capable of managing multiple farming enterprises efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the daily operations of:

• Piggery
• Cattle
• Goats
• Vegetable production
• Crop farming
• Supervise and lead 4 members of staff based at the ranch.
• Provide oversight and coordinate activities of 2 additional staff at the poultry section located at a separate site.
• Plan production schedules to ensure a consistent supply of quality produce to Walusungu Hospitality.
• Maintain accurate records of livestock, crops, production, feed, medicines, inputs and stock.
• Monitor animal health, breeding, feeding programmes and crop performance.
• Ensure proper maintenance of farm equipment, buildings and infrastructure.
• Uphold high standards of biosecurity, cleanliness, safety and efficiency.
• Prepare regular operational reports and recommend improvements to increase productivity and profitability.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Agribusiness or a related field is an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years' practical experience managing a mixed farm.
• Proven experience with livestock management and crop production.
• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Honest, disciplined, organised and able to work independently.
• Valid driver's licence will be an added advantage.
• Computer literacy and record-keeping skills are desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience).
• Accommodation provided at the farm.
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding hospitality and agricultural business.
• Supportive working environment with room for career development.

• Manage the daily operations of: Piggery, Cattle, Goats, Vegetable production, Crop farming
• Supervise and lead 4 members of staff based at the ranch.
• Provide oversight and coordinate activities of 2 additional staff at the poultry section located at a separate site.
• Plan production schedules to ensure a consistent supply of quality produce to Walusungu Hospitality.
• Maintain accurate records of livestock, crops, production, feed, medicines, inputs and stock.
• Monitor animal health, breeding, feeding programmes and crop performance.
• Ensure proper maintenance of farm equipment, buildings and infrastructure.
• Uphold high standards of biosecurity, cleanliness, safety and efficiency.
• Prepare regular operational reports and recommend improvements to increase productivity and profitability.

• Leadership skills
• Staff management skills
• Record-keeping skills
• Computer literacy

• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Agribusiness or a related field is an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years' practical experience managing a mixed farm.
• Proven experience with livestock management and crop production.
• Honest, disciplined, organised and able to work independently.
• Valid driver's licence will be an added advantage.