Farm Manager at Esty Agro Sciences

At Esty Agro, we empower farmers and agribusinesses with the tools, knowledge, and strategies to thrive. Through innovation and sustainability, we’re transforming agriculture for long-term success.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Farm Manager

Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: Head of Operations

About the Role

• We’re hiring a Farm Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of our commercial farm portfolio in Abuja.
• This is a leadership role requiring hands-on field management, agronomic insight, labor supervision, and operational reporting.
• The ideal candidate understands both the technical and business aspects of commercial farming.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement crop calendars and seasonal plans for multiple farm sites
• Supervise planting, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting activities
• Manage farm staff, laborers, and input suppliers effectively
• Monitor soil conditions, input usage, and crop performance
• Ensure compliance with good agricultural practices (GAP) and environmental safety standards
• Maintain detailed farm records, input logs, and yield projections
• Report on budget, performance metrics, and risks to leadership weekly
• Support trial plots and field demonstrations when needed

Requirements

• B.Sc. or HND in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field
• 3 - 5 years’ experience managing a commercial farm
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Practical experience with maize, rice, soybean, or similar crops
• Ability to use farm planning tools, spreadsheets, and digital reporting apps
• Willingness to work and reside close to farm locations within Abuja.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online