South Africa: AVOCADO PROJECT LEADER posted by Farm Manager SA
Posted on 2025-05-02 00:00:00
| Employer | Farm Manager SA |
|---|---|
| Category | Agriculture/Fisheries/Aquaculturist |
| Location | South Africa / South Africa |
Job Summary
- Proven track record in designing, constructing, and managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar agricultural projects. Preferably in Avocado or similar.
- In-depth knowledge of agronomy, irrigation systems, soil health, and sustainable farming practices.
- Experience with post-harvest handling, export logistics, and certification standards.
- Strong leadership experience, including managing diverse teams and large-scale budgets.
- Demonstrated ability to work with stakeholders at all levels, including government and investors.
- Expertise in scaling agricultural operations and driving export success.
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Strategic thinking and operational planning.
- Leadership and team management.
- Strong technical and agronomic expertise.
- Financial acumen and budgeting skills.
- Commitment to sustainability and innovation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Avocado Project Design and Management
- Lead the design, construction, and operation of large-scale avocado projects.
- Apply expertise in high-yield agronomy, orchard management, and advanced irrigation systems.
- Optimize soil health and implement sustainable farming practices.
- Ensure compliance with sustainability and certification standards, including Global G.A.P. and Rainforest Alliance.
- Manage post-harvest processes, including handling, storage, and export logistics.
- Oversee the end-to-end value chain, from planting to market entry.
Agronomy and Technical Expertise
- Utilize deep technical knowledge of climate adaptability, pest and disease management, and orchard optimization.
- Monitor and integrate innovative agricultural technologies to improve productivity and efficiency.
- Develop strategies to mitigate risks associated with climate and environmental challenges.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with operating in emerging markets, including climate variability, regulatory challenges, and infrastructure constraints.
Leadership and Operational Management
- Provide strategic leadership to cross-functional teams, including agronomy, operations, finance, and sales.
- Proven ability to manage large-scale agricultural project timelines from initial design to operational execution, including coordinating contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
- Establish training programs to build local capacity and ensure knowledge transfer in areas such as orchard management, agronomy, and post-harvest handling.
- Oversee operational planning, financial modeling, and budget management for large-scale projects.
- Develop and manage financial models to optimize operational costs, assess investment returns, and support export market entry strategies.
- Scale operations to meet growing market demands while driving efficiencies.
- Engage with stakeholders such as government bodies, investors, and community partners to ensure alignment with business and regulatory goals.
Technology Integration and Innovation
- Identify and implement technologies to enhance operational efficiency and production quality.
- Promote sustainable practices and leverage innovations to reduce environmental impact.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
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