Farm Manager

Job Description : Farm Manager Sugarcane Location- Ethiopia Qualification-Bachelor Degree in Agriculture Experince- 8+ years Job Description:- - Lead and execute the end-to-end setup of the sugarcane farm, including nursery development, site planning, and phased planting. Develop and supervise the implementation of basic on-farm infrastructure, including roads, water access, fencing, equipment sheds, and field housing if needed. Design and deploy irrigation systems with a focus on pivot-based and harrow & farrow techniques suited to the topography and water availability of Omo Valley. Oversee land preparation and soil conditioning to ensure optimal crop establishment for the first and subsequent planting cycles. Work closely with agronomists and consultants to optimize variety selection, planting schedules, crop rotation, and yield management. Build and train a local operations team, maximizing local skills with minimal dependency on external resources. Implement and ensure adherence to lean farming practices, emphasizing productivity, cost efficiency, and sustainability. Establish reporting systems for daily progress, cost control, and crop health monitoring, keeping key stakeholders regularly informed. Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and finance teams within the company as required. Key Skill:- • Proven experience with pivot irrigation systems and harrow/farrow land development practices. • Strong understanding of nursery techniques, crop management, pest/disease control, and soil health in tropical or semi-arid zones. • Hands-on approach with the ability to 'get things done' on the ground, even with minimal infrastructure and in remote locations. • Experience working in Africa or similar developing regions is highly desirable. • Fluency in English is required; familiarity with Amharic or willingness to learn is a plus. • Entrepreneurial, self-driven, and results-oriented mindset. • Strong leadership, organizational, and team-building capabilities. • Ability to thrive in lean, high-accountability environments. • Comfortable living and working in remote/rural locations for extended periods.

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