Farm Manager at Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme Ltd/Gte (ECEWS)

About the Program

ECEWS aims to contribute to food security among smallholder farming communities by piloting its program in Nigeria’s Akwa Ibom State by:

• Enhancing efficiency and quality in the food value chain through an integrated agriculture aggregation center system.
• Building farmer capacity through education, training, and certification that will equip farmers with the standards and tools to produce high-quality food crops that command high prices, leading to increased earnings; and
• Creating an inclusive agricultural system that effectively and sustainably engages and generates economic and employment opportunities for women and youth across the state.

Location

Abak, Akwa Ibom State

Job Description

• Preparing plans and schedules for farm operations and ensuring efficient resource allocation
• Preparation of budget and financial reports as well as the implementation of cost control measures
• Procurement of farm supplies and record-keeping
• Responsible for the storage, sales and marketing of farm produce
• Developing and maintaining communications with customers, prospects, offtakes and service providers consistent with the company’s business objectives
• Assisting with the recruitment, training and supervision of staff.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• BSc in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Crop Science or other related discipline
• Extensive knowledge of agricultural policies and risk management practices
• 3- 5 years of experience in managing farms
• Excellent understanding of Nursery planting and seed sowing, irrigation, intercultural operations, fertilizer/chemical application and harvesting.
• Excellent business acumen
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills