Lead day-to-day farm operations across crop cycles, manage inputs, equipment and infrastructure, mentor field staff and youth agripreneurs, integrate data via AgriFAAS Connect, ensure sustainability, stakeholder engagement, KPI monitoring, reporting, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental protocols.
Summary:
The Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in driving sustainable agricultural productivity within AgriFAAS’s integrated farming hubs. This position is central to the successful execution of crop production cycles, from land preparation to harvest, while ensuring operational excellence, team development, and technological integration. The manager leads a dynamic team of field staff and youth agripreneurs, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. By leveraging the AgriFAAS Connect platform and promoting climate-smart farming practices, the role ensures data-driven decision-making and operational transparency. The Farm Operations Manager also serves as a key liaison between the farm, local communities, and stakeholders, advancing inclusive agricultural development and contributing to the broader mission of food security and rural economic growth.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily farm operations across all crop production cycles, including land preparation, planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
- Ensure optimal utilization of inputs, labor, and equipment while promoting sustainable and climate-resilient farming practices.
- Lead the development and maintenance of farm infrastructure, including irrigation systems, solar-powered energy solutions, and farm machinery.
- Supervise and mentor farm supervisors, field officers, and youth agripreneurs; manage workforce planning, attendance, and performance.
- Integrate farm operations with the AgriFAAS Connect platform by ensuring accurate data collection on yields, inputs, labor, and performance metrics.
- Collaborate with technology teams to enhance platform functionality and usability in real-world field conditions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with traditional leaders, local authorities, and community stakeholders.
- Facilitate farmer onboarding, cooperative engagement, and representation at local partnership forums.
- Monitor key performance indicators such as yield per acre, cost efficiency, and labor productivity.
- Prepare comprehensive weekly and monthly operational reports and ensure adherence to project timelines and compliance standards.
- Enforce health, safety, environmental, and sustainability protocols across all farm activities.
- Promote responsible use of agro-inputs and best practices in land stewardship.
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