Anthill Farm
Anthills Farm is developing a new farm to be specialized in poultry and piggery farming in the 22 miles area of Lusaka. We are looking to hire a farm supervisor to manage the development and day to day running of the farm.
The role of Farm Supervisor is to oversee and supervise farm operations such as livestock management and other agricultural enterprises within the farm. The Farm Supervisor is responsible for supervising farm hands, therefore leadership skills are highly beneficial
Responsibilities
1. Day to day management of livestock (Pigs & Chickens) at the farm.
2. Ensure the Piggeries and poultry houses are well maintained and not prone to diseases.
3. Ensure constant monitoring of the performance of livestock.
4. To supervise farm general workers and ensure the operation are profitable.
5. Maintenance of Proper and accurate records for the activities in the piggery and poultry.
6. Oversee the sales and procurement of livestock and farm produce.
7. Hands on tasks such as feeding animals, administering vaccines, assisting with pig farrowing and animal castrating.
8. To assist with recruiting, training, and supporting farm workers.
9. Record management of all farm production activities.
10. Make sure the farm operations are profitable and production targets are met.
11. Organizing maintenance and repairs of farm property, equipment, and machinery.
12. Must be actively involved in advertising and marketing of farm products.
13. Must liaise with the vet as and when needs arises.
Requirements and skills
- Full Grade 12 certificate.
- Minimum Diploma in Agriculture/Veterinary or its equivalent
- Minimum relevant experience-3 years
- Computer literate, conversant with Microsoft excel and word.
- Proficient in English language and Nyanja.
- Good communication skills (written and oral).
