Farm Manager – Y-Africa

December 3, 2024
Application deadline closed.

Job Description

Y-Africa invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant post:

Job Title : Farm Manager
Reports to : Finance & Administration Manager
Location: Salima District

ROLE PURPOSE

The primary function of the Farm Manager position is to oversee and manage Y-Africa Farm Operations in Salima. The position is strictly performance based.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Planning and effectively implementing all husbandry practices.
  • Building professional networks and keeping abreast of developments in agricultural sector.
  • Supervising farm staff and ensuring efficient workflow.
  • Monitoring crop health and implement pest and disease control measures.
  • Managing farm resources and budgets effectively.
  • Developing and implementing viable Agricultural Business plan
  • Preparation and timely submission of monthly narrative and financial reports for the farm
  • Any other duties duly assigned by the Y Malawi or its representative

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Qualification in Agricultural discipline with at least 3 years’ experience in the similar position.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
  • An ability to make decisions in a stressful environment.
  • Good Communication skills, fast learner who can easily adapt to new environment
  • Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
  • Experience of financial planning and expenditure monitoring as well as budget management
  • Computer skills especially in Microsoft Excel (advanced knowledge in this package)

Method of applications:

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications and CVs with three traceable referees to The Country Director, Y-Africa, PO Box 1910, Lilongwe Malawi by 10th December, 2024 and it should strictly be through this email address ymalawi.jobs@gmail.com. Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for interviews.