PROJECT MANAGER – BANANA PLANTATION ESTABLISHMENT
2025-12-17 - 2026-07-31
Contractor
FM002377
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Namibia, Namibia
Northern Namibia (Kavango East & West, Zambezi Region) – Namibia: The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating field implementation, overseeing irrigation set-up, ensuring best agronomic practices during establishment, and managing the project through its critical early phase to ensure a strong foundation for long-term production.
 
This role is hands-on, field-based, and requires close collaboration with farmers, technicians, suppliers, and the company’s internal team.
 
This is a FIXED TERM contract position.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 
  • Diploma or degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Irrigation, or Project
  • Management (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 5-10 years’ experience in agricultural project implementation or farm development.
  • Demonstrated experience with:
    • Plantation crops (banana experience highly advantageous)
    • Irrigation systems (design coordination, installation, or management)
  • Strong field implementation and coordination skills. Experience working with smallholder or emerging commercial farmers is an
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  • Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel extensively in northern Namibia.
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
 
  • Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
  • Practical, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently.
  • Good communication skills and cultural sensitivity when working with diverse.
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  • Ability to manage multiple sites simultaneously.
  • Basic budgeting and cost-control awareness.
  • Comfortable working in remote, rural environments.
 
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
 
  • Project Planning & Coordination
  • Site Preparation & Plantation Establishment
  • Irrigation & Infrastructure
  • Field Supervision & Quality Control
  • Stakeholder & Farmer Engagement
  • Reporting & Handover
For more information please contact:
Farm Manager