Expatriate Farm Manager – EcoCrop Hub at Agro Preciso Ltd

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Farm Management:

• Develop and implement annual cropping plans, crop rotation schedules, and resource allocation for rain- fed and irrigated crops (sweet maize, cassava, oil palm, plantain and vegetables).
• Oversee the establishment and management of agro-forestry plots, orchard plantations, and nursery operations.
• Drive adoption of precision agriculture, drip/sprinkler/centre pivot irrigation, and integrated pest management.

Production and Operations:

• Supervise all field operations: land preparation, planting, fertigation, pest/disease control, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
• Manage farm machinery fleet (tractors, planters, harvesters, sprayers) and irrigation equipment; schedule maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure optimal use of greenhouses and processing facilities (where applicable).

Team Leadership and Training:

• Lead a team of agronomists, supervisors, and 30–50 farm workers; provide technical direction and performance management.
• Build capacity of local staff through hands-on training in modern agronomic practices, equipment operation, and safety standards.

Sustainability and Compliance:

• Ensure all operations comply with Nigerian agricultural regulations, environmental standards, and World Bank/AfDB safeguard policies (where project-linked).
• Implement soil and water conservation measures, organic waste recycling, and biodiversity protection.
• Monitor and report on key ESG indicators (water use efficiency, carbon footprint, soil health).

Financial and Reporting:

• Prepare annual farm budgets, monitor production costs, and optimize input usage (seeds, fertilizers, agrochemicals).
• Track crop yields, post-harvest losses, and profitability; present monthly performance reports to management.
• Manage procurement of farm inputs and coordinate off-take agreements with commodity buyers.

Research and Innovation:

• Collaborate with the R&D team to trial new crop varieties, irrigation technologies, and regenerative agriculture practices.
• Document best practices and support the development of training modules for smallholder farmers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, or related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Experience: 8–10 years of progressive farm management experience, with at least 3 years in tropical/sub-Saharan Africa.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proven expertise in large-scale irrigated crop production (centre pivot, drip, sprinkler).
  • Hands-on knowledge of farm machinery operation and maintenance.
  • Familiarity with integrated pest management, soil fertility management, and post-harvest technologies.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, problem-solving, and training abilities.
• Language: Appreciable level of communication in English is mandatory; knowledge of French is an advantage.
• Certifications: Any relevant professional certifications are a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive expatriate salary package (negotiable based on experience).
• Accommodation and utility allowance.
• Company vehicle.
• Annual home leave flight ticket.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead a high-impact, sustainable agriculture hub in West Africa.