Nafasi ya kazi :- Farm Manager Job Vacancy at Olasiti Ventures Ltd

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Position: Farm Manager 
Location: Namtumbo, Ruvuma, Tanzania 
Employment Type: Full-Time 
Reports To: Operations Manager 

About the Company 
We are a growing agricultural company seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and results oriented Farm Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our farm and ensure  efficient, profitable, and sustainable agricultural production. 

Key Responsibilities 
The successful candidate will be responsible for: 

  • Managing the overall day-to-day operations of the farm. 
  • Planning and supervising crop production activities from land preparation to  harvesting. 
  • Developing and implementing seasonal farm production plans and budgets.
  •  Supervising farm workers, casual labourers, and other farm staff. 
  • Ensuring proper use and maintenance of farm machinery, equipment, tools, and  irrigation systems.  Farm Manager Job Vacancy at Olasiti Ventures Ltd 
  • Monitoring crop health, pests, diseases, weeds, and overall farm productivity.
  •  Coordinating the purchase and proper use of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, animal feed,  fuel, and other farm inputs, where applicable. 
  • Maintaining accurate records of farm activities, production, labour, inputs, expenses,  and yields. 
  • Monitoring farm costs and ensuring operations remain within approved budgets.
  •  Ensuring compliance with applicable agricultural, environmental, occupational health  and safety requirements. 
  • Working closely with agronomists, agricultural consultants, suppliers, buyers, and  other stakeholders. 
  • Implementing good agricultural practices and sustainable farming methods.
  •  Identifying opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and  profitability. 
  • Preparing regular farm performance reports for management. 
  • Ensuring the farm is maintained in a clean, safe, organized, and productive condition.
  •  Performing any other duties reasonably assigned by management. 

Qualifications & Experience  
Applicants should have: 

  • A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Production,  Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in farm management, preferably in a  commercial farming environment. 
  • Proven experience supervising farm workers and managing agricultural operations.
  •  Strong knowledge of crop production, farm planning, pest and disease management,  and agricultural inputs. 
  • Experience in farm budgeting, record keeping, and inventory management.
  • Ability to operate or effectively manage the use of agricultural machinery and  equipment. 
  • Good computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word. 
  • Strong leadership, communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.
  • Willingness to work and reside at the farm location, where required.
  • A valid driving licence will be an added advantage. 

Key Competencies 
The ideal candidate should be: 

  • A strong and practical leader. 
  • Results-oriented and commercially minded. 
  • Highly organized and disciplined. 
  • Honest, reliable, and accountable. 
  • Able to work under pressure and meet production targets. 
  • Comfortable working in a hands-on agricultural environment. 
  • Passionate about agriculture and sustainable farming. 

What We Offer 

  • Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. 
  • Accommodation at the farm, where applicable. 
  • Opportunity to work in a growing agricultural business. 
  • A professional and supportive working environment. 

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and a brief application letter outlining their qualifications, experience, and suitability for the position. 

Applications should be submitted to: 
Email: [email protected] 

Deadline: 15th September 2026 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 
Olasiti Ventures Ltd