Waithaka Farm stands as a treasured family-owned sanctuary, nestled amidst the tranquil allure of Mweiga in Nyeri County, embraced by the grandeur of the Nyandarua Mountains and the majestic presence of Mt. Kenya. Spanning 30 acres, our farm harmoniously combines age-old traditions with modern innovations, fostering sustainable agricultural practices alongside a diverse collection of rare farm animals and offering a rich yield of organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, and specialty crops.
At the heart of our values lies a commitment to stewarding the land, empowering our local community, and providing our customers with the freshest, most nutritious food available.
We are looking for a dedicated farm supervisor for onsite roles and responsibilities in Wendiga, Mweiga, Nyeri County. We can offer simple accommodation.
Key qualifications
- Diploma in related courses
- Have more than three (3) year’s relevant post qualification work experience as a Farm Manager
- Age 30 years — 45 years
- Have working knowledge of relevant computer applications and social media.
- 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
- Managing and updating social media accounts.
Application process
Qualified candidates are invited to send one PDF of their cover letter, CV, contact information for three references, and salary expectations to [email protected]. Only pre qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews.
