Job Opportunity at Sustainable Agriculture Tanzania (SAT), Farm Manager

Farmer Training Centre Farm Manager

We are looking for an experienced Farm Manager to work at SAT-Farmer Training center Farm. As a

farm manager, you’ll be responsible for the work of farm staff, farm administrative issues and all

financial aspects of the farm. As the farm manager you will also deal directly with suppliers,

customers and other stakeholders. Keeping up with new developments and ensuring compliance

with regulations also falls under your areas of responsibility. Many farms have diversified in recent

years and include keeping livestock of varying species and all these projects will also be overseen by

you in your role. Note that many farms are concerned with arable crops as well as livestock so please

check the reference for Farm Manager (Crops) as well. Your duties will vary with the type of livestock

being reared.

Responsibilities

Planning and implementing breeding programs of farm animals

Implementing new agroecological farming technologies which minimizes costs and enhances

production and productivity

Ensuring the farm is compliant with various legal guidelines and working to minimize the

environmental impact of the business, for instance via waste disposal

Monitoring the health and welfare of the livestock

Keeping all farm records including the movements of all livestock into and out from the farm

With the support of the Horticulture expert /supervisor ensure the horticulture section is

properly managed and production is enhanced

Marketing and selling the livestock and livestock products to a variety of customers

Managing any farm diversification activities

Scheduling repairs, maintenance, and replacement of equipment and machinery.

Undertaking practical work as necessary depending on the volume of work

Recruiting and managing farm staff following discussion with the management and ensuring

they work safely and effectively

Managing cash flow and developing and monitoring budgets

As a Farm Manager you’ll be likely to spend a lot of your time in the office and farm making sure that

everything is moving along profitably and dealing with suppliers, customers and other stakeholders.

 

This doesn’t mean that you won’t be expected to undertake manual work around the farm at times

 

which may involve physical labour in dirty conditions.

You’ll need to be able to manage a team and solve problems as they arise without delay. Generally,

the role is for someone who is interested in farming as a business enterprise, as well as in science

and nature generally.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE DEMANDED

Applicants will be required to have relevant minimum Diploma in Livestock, animal production,

range management or Animal science or Degree in Agricultural Sciences.

Working experience Minimum 3 years.

Alternatively, the candidate may have originally commenced employment in a farm business as a

farm worker with an Apprenticeship level qualification in a subject such as Agriculture, specializing in

livestock or animal husbandry

The ability to make decisions in stressful environments, super communication and interpersonal

skills and willingness to work overtime as required will be a plus.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

An application letter describing your motivation for the position

Recommendation letter

Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae

Copy of NIDA Card or NIDA Number

Photocopy of academic certificates and transcripts

Applications should be addressed to

Human Resource Manager

Sustainable Agriculture Tanzania (SAT),

P.O Box 6369,

Morogoro

The deadline for receiving applications is 11 th October, 2021

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