Chengelo Training Farm Background
Chengelo Training Farm (CTF) is located in Mkushi, Zambia and was set up in 1994 with the vision to be a place that inspires and equips the leaders of today and tomorrow with a Godly vision, knowledge and passion for agriculture. The farm has 3 aims:
- To provide a reliable and consistent supply of quality and nutritious fresh food to the school and community.
- To provide a practical base to support the teaching of agriculture to pupils at Chengelo School.
- To “reach out” (be a witness) into the local community by sharing knowledge and training in agriculture.
The farm currently comprises of a dairy, piggery, broiler chicken units, vegetable garden, orchard and a butchery. There is a training centre that provides an excellent venue for agricultural training. There is a Christian partner ministry based at the training centre called Foundations Zambia which does stewardship discipleship ministry in local communities. CTF is pursuing a regenerative agriculture vision and requires a talented individual to lead the farm through the next season of its growth.
Farm Manager Responsibilities
- Oversee existing operations, managing and working with the Production Manager and Business Manager to ensure the farm operates on a financially self-sustaining level.
- Manage the development of each department in-line with the regenerative agricultural vision of CTF.
- Research and introduce new regenerative farming principles to existing operations.
- Engage and work with Chengelo School teachers to make the farm accessible to every pupil, contributing to their understanding of food production and sustainable stewardship of the land.
- Develop, market and run an excellent programme of training courses.
- Take the lead on investing in the spiritual health and capacity of our farm employees.
- Report to and work with the CTF Management Committee to achieve the strategic goals for the farm.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate should have a mature Christian faith and a sense of calling to serve others through agricultural training. They need a passion for sustainable/regenerative agriculture and have strong leadership, communication and business management skills. They should also have an ability to engage with children of all ages. If the candidate is married, there may also be serving opportunities for the spouse on the farm or at Chengelo School (www.chengeloschool.org).
Essential Qualifications & Skills
- Degree qualification in agriculture.
- Experience in running a regenerative livestock operation.
- Experience in managing business finances. Recommended Qualifications & Skills
- Dairy and piggery management experience.
- Certificate and experience in Artificial Insemination.
- Feed mixing experience and good understanding of animal nutrition.
- Horticulture and orchard management experience.
- Machinery maintenance experience.
- Project management experience.
- Butchery or food production experience.
- Food hygiene qualification.
- Drivers licence.
Remuneration
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Housing provided.
Applications
Please send CV & covering letter to ctf.information@gmail.com by Friday 15th November 2024.
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