Assistant Farm Manager

ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER

Institution: Kuwala Christian Girls School
Location: Malawi
Reports to: Farm Manager / School Management

1. Purpose of the Role

To support the Farm Manager in the day-to-day management of the school farm, including farm operations, accurate data recording, farm stores management, resource control, production monitoring, and reporting.

2. Key Responsibilities

1. Farm Operations

• Assist in planning and coordinating daily farm activities.
• Supervise farm workers and casual labourers as assigned.
• Support crop production, livestock management, poultry and other farm projects.
• Monitor farm activities to ensure they are carried out according to approved plans.
• Assist with planting, weeding, harvesting, feeding, storage, and other agricultural activities.

    2. Farm Data and Records

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of farm activities.
• Record crop production, livestock numbers, poultry production, feed usage, harvests, sales, and other relevant farm data.
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly farm records as required.
• Collect and organise data to support farm planning and decision-making.
• Prepare regular reports and updates for the Farm Manager.
• Ensure that farm records are accurate, complete, and properly filed.

     3. Farm Stores and Stock Management

• Manage and maintain the farm stores in an organised and secure manner.
• Receive, inspect, record, and safely store farm supplies and materials.
• Maintain accurate stock records and stock cards.
• Record all issues and receipts of farm inputs and materials.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or items requiring replenishment.
• Ensure proper storage of seeds, animal feed, fertilisers, chemicals, tools, equipment, and other farm materials.
• Conduct regular stock checks and report discrepancies.
• Help prevent wastage, loss, damage, or unauthorised use of farm resources.

   4.Farm Equipment and Resources

• Ensure proper use and care of farm tools, machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Monitor the condition of farm equipment and report faults or damage.
• Assist with maintenance and servicing arrangements where required.
• Ensure farm resources are used efficiently and responsibly.

   5.Health, Safety and Environment

• Promote safe working practices on the farm.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of agricultural chemicals and other hazardous materials.
• Promote good hygiene and biosecurity practices.
• Support environmentally responsible and sustainable farming practices.

    6.General Responsibilities

• Support school sustainability initiatives such as composting, biogas, and other agricultural projects.
• Work collaboratively with the Farm Manager, farm workers, teachers, and students where appropriate.
• Perform other duties related to farm operations as assigned by school management.

   7.Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Agribusiness, or a related field is preferred.
• Practical experience in crop or livestock production.
• Experience in farm records, stock management, or stores management is an advantage.
• Experience supervising farm workers is an advantage.
• Experience working in a school or institutional farm is an added advantage.

   8.Skills and Competencies

• Good agricultural and practical skills.
• Strong record-keeping and data management skills.
• Good stock and stores management skills.
• Basic computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet applications.
• Good organisational and reporting skills.
• Ability to supervise and work with farm workers.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong integrity, reliability, and accountability.

Join Our School Farm Team

Are you passionate about agriculture, sustainability, and creating meaningful opportunities for young people to learn? Join Kuwala Christian Girls School and play an important role in supporting a productive, well managed school farm.

If you are organised, hands on, and ready to make a difference, we invite you to apply today!