Farm Field Operations Assistant

About the role

The Farm Field Operations Assistant supports the Farm Manager in turning production plans into efficient field activities. Working on the farm in Mayuge District, the role ensures that planting, maintenance and harvest tasks are carried out safely, on schedule and within budget.

Key responsibilities

• Develop weekly, monthly and annual field activity plans aligned with the farm production calendar.
• Translate crop management plans into daily work schedules, labour requirements and resource allocation.
• Coordinate planting, weeding, pruning, mulching, spraying, fertilisation, harvesting and post‑harvest activities.
• Monitor weather conditions and resource availability to adjust schedules as needed.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Verify attendance, review work completed and submit labour records for payment.
• Conduct regular field inspections to ensure work quality and progress.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed by block, crop and activity.
• Prepare input requirements, coordinate with stores/procurement and monitor use of fertilizers, chemicals and planting materials.
• Ensure field equipment and tools are maintained and available.
• Reconcile harvested quantities with field estimates.
• Enforce health and safety procedures, report incidents and ensure environmentally responsible use of chemicals and water.
• Escalate operational or agronomic issues to the Farm Manager and submit regular operational reports to the Managing Director.

Required profile

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, farm management, crop production or a related field.
• Good understanding of crop production and farm operations.
• Strong record‑keeping and reporting abilities.

Required skills