Farm Manager at Kagumo Teachers’ College

ADVERT NO. KAG.TTC/HR/ FARM MANAGER /02/2024- 2025 (ONE) POST

• Basic Salary for this position is between Kshs. 26,900/= to Kshs. 35,380/= p.m

Key qualifications

• Diploma in Animal Health and Production, preferably from Animal Health Industry Training Institute (AHITI) or Diploma in Livestock Resources Management
• Applicants must be holders of at least KCSE C aggregate
• Have more than three (3) year’s relevant post qualification work experience as a Farm Manager
• Age 30 years — 45 years

Other requirements

• Have working knowledge of relevant computer applications.
• Applicants with a certificate in artificial insemination will have an added advantage.

Duties and responsibilities

• Experience in handling livestock on-farm and crops
• Implement strategies for maximum yield, organize farm administration and manage businesses and farm staff.
• Look for a market for the products, handling the marketing and sale of products produced
• Plan finances and production to maintain farm progress against budget parameters.
• Maintain and monitor the quality of yield, whether livestock or crops.
• Monitor animal health and welfare, including liaising with Government vets.
• Maintain knowledge of pests, diseases, understanding how they spread and how to treat them.
• Apply health and safety standards across the farm estate.
• Visiting different divisions to inspect crops, livestock and also perform tests on soil and water.
• Ensuring seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and other supplies are regularly restocked.
• Do Artificial insemination,
• Fodder production and preservation