Our Client In The Agricultural Sector Is Looking For a Proactive And Experienced Contract Farming Manager To Lead And Coordinate Our Tobacco Contract Farming Operations. The Ideal Candidate Will Be Responsible For Managing Farmer Relationships, Ensuring Compliance With Contractual Obligations, And Optimising Crop Quality And Yield. This Role Demands Strong Agricultural Expertise, Excellent Stakeholder Management, And a Deep Understanding Of Tobacco Production Cycles And Rural Development Dynamics.
Duties And Responsibilities
Develop And Implement Strategic Plans For Contract Farming Operations Across Targeted Regions.
Recruit, Onboard, And Manage Contracted Tobacco Farmers In Line With Company Standards.
Monitor Crop Production, Provide Agronomic Support, And Ensure Adherence To Best Farming Practices.
Coordinate Timely Distribution Of Inputs (Seeds, Fertilisers, Chemicals) And Manage Input Recovery.
Conduct Regular Field Visits To Assess Crop Progress, Resolve Issues, And Maintain Farmer Engagement.
Ensure Compliance With Contractual Terms, Environmental Standards, And Ethical Sourcing Policies.
Collaborate With Finance And Logistics Teams To Align Production Targets With Auction Schedules.
Maintain Accurate Records Of Farmer Performance, Input Usage, And Yield Forecasts.
Facilitate Training Programs And Capacity-Building Workshops For Contracted Farmers.
Build Strong Relationships With Local Communities, Agricultural Extension Officers, And Government Agencies.
Analyse Production Data To Inform Strategic Decisions And Improve Future Contract Farming Models.
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor’s Degree In Agriculture, Agronomy, Rural Development, Or Related Field.
Minimum Of 5 Years’ Experience In Contract Farming Or Agricultural Field Operations, Preferably In Tobacco Or Other Cash Crops.
Strong Understanding Of Zimbabwe’s Agricultural Landscape, Rural Dynamics, And Tobacco Production Systems.
Proven Experience In Farmer Mobilisation, Input Management, And Field Monitoring.
Excellent Communication, Negotiation, And Interpersonal Skills.
Ability To Work Independently And Travel Extensively To Rural Farming Areas.
Proficiency In Data Collection Tools, Microsoft Excel, And Agricultural Management Systems.
Knowledge Of Sustainability Standards And Ethical Sourcing Frameworks Is An Added Advantage.