Mpongwe Area – Zambia: Our client is looking for a Junior Livestock Manager to join the team.
Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Tertiary qualification in agriculture.
- Three years’ experience in livestock.
- Additional certifications are advantageous.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Valid Passport with a minimum of 5 years before expiration
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Proven experience in livestock husbandry and management.
- Demonstrated ability to oversee and implement various programs, which promote improved production efficiency and productivity.
- Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards.
- Excellent communication skills. Integrity and professional ethics.
- Teamwork skills.
- Time management.
- The ability to work independently and to strict deadlines.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt and work in potentially challenging conditions and situations.
- Effective resource management.
- Ability to diagnose and effectively treat potential issues with herd and flock health.
- Understanding of reproductive programs is beneficial.
- Understanding of animal nutritional requirements.
- Experience with and ability to utilise modern technology.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Monitor and implement measures to ensure herd health.
- Follow and accurately implement breeding programs.
- Supervise production and distribution of feed and other supplement products.
- Maintain up-to-date records of animal reproduction, mortality, feed allocation and other relevant happenings.
- Produce bales and silage, and monitor the usage of the same.
- Establish and manage improved pastures.
- Run AI and other reproductive programs.
- Monitor herd fertility and functionality.
- Maintain all existing infrastructure and develop new infrastructure as and when required.
- Maintain all relevant records relating to the feedlot.
- Manage grazing in the extensive areas of the farm, to ensure long term sustainability and maintenance of the pasture quality.
- Monitor parasite pressure and where necessary treat accordingly.
- Set plans to monitor and manage potential disease outbreaks.
- Address concerns or questions on herd and flock health.
- Study and keep up-to-date with changes in industry, that may affect the group.
- Keep abreast of internal standards and business goals.
- Work with management teams on different properties to monitor the management and use of inputs.
- Promote improved resource use and efficiency.
- Prepare and submit weekly reports to senior management and external consultants when required.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.
