Assistant Farm Manager I Job in Kilifi, Kenya - Pwani University

Pwani University is hiring an Assistant Farm Manager I to support farm operations, supervise agricultural activities and ensure efficient farm practices. A Bachelor’s degree is required, and relevant farming or agricultural management experience is required.

REF: PU/ADV/02/07/2026

  • This is a senior-level position in this cadre in the University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.

Academic Qualification

  • The candidate must have a Bachelors degree in Agriculture/Agribusiness Studies or its equivalent from a recognized Institution, with bias in Accounting and Finance.

Experience

  • The candidate must have ten (10) years of continuous work experience, three (3) of which should be at the level of Assistant Farm Manager II or comparable grade with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;

  • Maintenance of farm records and inventory
  • Monitoring the quality of production and performance within the farm
  • Preparation of daily farm operation reports
  • Preparation of work schedules
  • Preparation of workplans, budgets and procurement plans
  • Undertake planning and setting production target

How to Apply

Benefits for the above positions include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other regular allowances as determined by SRC

Interested applicants should send four (4) copies of their application for the above positions. Applications and recommendations letters from referees should be addressed to

The Vice Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O Вox 195-80108, Kilifi

Application should include an up to date CV, providing details of age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, email address, telephone, names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials