Ado-Ekiti Area, Ekiti State – Nigeria: Our client is looking for a General Manager - Farming to join the team.
 
Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.
 
Due to the remote location of the farm this position would be best suited to a single person.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•  Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred
• At least 10 years of experience in large-scale farming operations, with a minimum of 5 years in a management or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of crop production, farm management, and agricultural best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and farm management software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to ethical behaviour and environmental sustainability.
• Proactive and solution-focused, with a dedication to continuous improvement.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.

 BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
 Business related

• • Business Acumen
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Initiative
  • Entrepreneurial
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Fostering Innovation
  • Result Oriented
  • Decisiveness
  • Thoroughness

 People Related

• • Establishing Focus
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Motivating /Influencing Others
  • Managing Performance
  • Developing Others
  • Fostering Teamwork
  • Empowering Others
  • Managing Change
  • Customer Focus

 Self Related

• • Stress Management
  • Personal Credibility
  • Flexibility
  • Planning and Organizing

 AREAS OF FOCUS

•  Cropping Protocols and Long-term Planning
• Activity and Resource Planning
• Management Tools Development and Administration
• Human Resources Management
• Process, Procedure, and Policy Development
• Trial Plots and Input Supplier Management
• Forestry Strategy and Land Management
• Stakeholder Relations and Community Engagement
• Maintenance and Asset Management
• Expansion Planning

 ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
 
Email your CV to [email protected]