Poultry Manager

Company Overview

Ntapanza Farms is a well-established agricultural enterprise dedicated to sustainable and high-quality agricultural production. We are seeking experienced, committed, and results-driven professionals to join our team as a Poultry Manager and a Beef Manager. These roles are responsible for overseeing daily farm operations, maintaining high standards of animal welfare, and leading farm staff to achieve
production targets.

Important Notes – Please Read Before Applying

We are looking for mature, responsible individuals to undertake these roles.
Applicants must be 40 years or older and willing to commit to long-term rural living and work.
These opportunities are best suited to individuals who have lived in villages or worked on farms, particularly those with extensive livestock management experience.
The farm is located in a remote rural area with limited network connectivity and is far from the nearest town.
Candidates must be comfortable living and working in a rural environment with minimal amenities.

Only serious applicants who can adapt to and thrive under rural hardship conditions should apply.

Poultry Manager

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of commercial poultry operations and day-to-day farm management.
Ensure high standards of poultry health, nutrition, welfare, and biosecurity.
Supervise, train, and manage poultry staff.
Monitor housing, feeding systems, vaccination schedules, and flock performance to maximise
productivity.
Maintain accurate records of production, mortality, feed consumption, medication, vaccinations, and financial performance.
Analyse production data and implement strategies to improve efficiency and profitability.
Work closely with farm ownership to improve operational efficiency and sustainability.
Ensure compliance with farm policies and industry best practices.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years' experience managing a commercial layer poultry operation.
Demonstrated experience managing 10,000 or more layer birds.
Strong knowledge of commercial layer production, poultry nutrition, health, biosecurity, and disease prevention.
Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills with the ability to analyse production data.
Good understanding of the poultry market, including production planning, egg quality standards, and market demands.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
A proven track record of successfully managing commercial poultry operations.
Applicants must provide professional references. References will be contacted to verify previous employment, experience, and performance.
Willingness to live and work full-time in a remote rural environment.

How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter, clearly stating the position they are applying for (Poultry Manager or Beef Manager), to: Email: zimbakanyanta@gmail.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.