Assistant Manager - Certifications and Research

• Manage coffee production from cultivation to processing and dispatch at the estate level.
• Lead and implement certification compliance for Rainforest Alliance, Café Practices, Nespresso AAA, 4C, and Organic standards.
• Monitor audit cycles and ensure valid certifications are maintained.
• Apply and oversee farm-level standard operating procedures for coffee growing, harvesting, processing, drying, sorting, storage, and transport.
• Promote and adhere to environmental sustainability initiatives including land management and water conservation.
• Identify pests and diseases and implement or escalate control measures promptly.
• Conduct and manage research and development trials, collect scientific data, and share observations regularly.
• Mobilise workers for fieldwork and timely harvesting.
• Implement and maintain safety standards throughout the estate and during transport.
• Maintain quality control systems to ensure high-quality coffee products.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and identify efficiency improvements to drive profitability.
• Control stocks of chemicals, farm inputs, coffee stocks, and manpower.
• Complete accurate daily, weekly, and monthly data capture and reporting.
• Ensure timely completion of payment payrolls.
• Build positive relationships with local communities, government agencies, and coffee industry stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Agribusiness.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in agribusiness management.
• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in coffee production.
• Good knowledge of coffee cultivation, processing techniques, and quality standards.
• Familiarity with sustainability certification programs is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills to manage teams and daily operations.
• Financial management skills including budgeting and cost control.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Swahili.
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to escalate issues proactively.

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