Mkhushi area, Central Province – Zambia: This is an exciting opportunity for a capable, hands-on individual to take ownership of our livestock enterprise, our perennial crop development, and the farm's broader capital development projects.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 

• 5 years or more of verified experience in commercial livestock production, feedlotting and largescale herd breeding
• Demonstrated competency with livestock management software (TrueTest and Bengu Farms, or comparable EID-based platforms)
• Foundational agronomic knowledge or aptitude applicable to perennial tree crop establishment and management (citrus, coffee or similar)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a basic working knowledge of construction
• Excellent record-keeping and a high level of attention to detail
• Proven ability to lead, plan for and instruct a large permanent labour force
• A high level of self-motivation and a very strong work ethic, with the resilience to perform under sustained pressure

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
 

• Full day-to-day management of the livestock enterprise — grazing, animal health, the feedlot and beef marketing
• Planning and managing fodder flow and grazing across the herd, including ultra-high-density and strip grazing
• Managing and planning around the dual summer and winter breeding and calving seasons
• Running the feedlot system and supplementary feeding programmes in line with the appointed nutritionist
• Maintaining accurate herd records on the farm's cattle management software (TrueTest and Bengu Farms)
• Working alongside the farm's cattle consultant on breeding, genetics, bull selection and pregnancy diagnosis
• Providing clear, organised daily instruction to a permanent livestock team of approximately 50
• Overseeing the establishment phase of the farm's perennial crop development including land preparation, irrigation installation and planting
• Recruiting, setting up and training a dedicated perennial cropping team as blocks are established
• As perennial blocks come into production, assuming day-to-day agronomic management of the perennial enterprise, including fertiliser and chemical programmes
• Overseeing the establishment phase of the farm's other capital development projects, including a new feedlot and new staff housing

 
 
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted