Assistant Poultry Farm Manager
First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026.
Job Title: Assistant Poultry Farm Manager
Hiring Organization: Sensu Ltd
Industry: Agriculture / Poultry Farming
Job Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Temporary – Maternity Cover (3 Months)
Possibility of Extension: Potential long-term engagement based on performance and operational requirements.
Job Purpose: The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily poultry farm operations to ensure efficient flock management, optimal feed utilisation, poultry health, production monitoring, staff supervision and accurate record-keeping.
The role will ensure continuity of farm operations during the substantive Farm Manager's maternity leave while maintaining operational standards, accountability and timely reporting to management.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily poultry farm operations, including feeding, watering and general flock management.
- Monitor feed consumption, stock levels and daily feed balances to minimise shortages and wastage.
- Ensure proper management of poultry housing, including ventilation, temperature monitoring and general environmental conditions.
- Monitor egg production, collection, handling, storage and sales.
- Ensure appropriate utilisation of Azolla and other supplementary feed resources where applicable.
- Monitor flock health, identify signs of illness or unusual behaviour, and coordinate veterinary interventions and prescribed treatments.
- Maintain and enforce farm biosecurity measures, including sanitation, disinfection, footbaths and restricted access to poultry housing.
- Supervise and coordinate farm personnel, allocate duties and monitor staff performance to ensure efficient execution of daily activities.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date farm records, including egg production, cracked eggs, feed consumption, Azolla utilisation, mortality, medication and treatment records.
- Coordinate the receiving, storage and distribution of poultry feed and other farm supplies, ensuring accurate stock documentation.
- Prepare monthly feed requirements and budget projections using the established farm budgeting template.
- Monitor feed utilisation against production levels and report significant variances to management.
- Ensure regular cleaning and sanitation of poultry houses, water tanks, drinkers and other farm facilities.
- Prepare and submit weekly farm operations reports to management, including production figures, feed balances, mortality and other relevant operational updates.
- Communicate operational challenges, emerging risks and resource requirements to management promptly.
- Ensure proper maintenance of farm documentation, operational records and daily sanitation checklists.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, Animal Production, Livestock Production, Agriculture or a related field.
- Practical knowledge of poultry farming and flock management.
- Previous experience in poultry farm operations or farm management will be an added advantage.
- Good understanding of poultry health, feeding programmes, biosecurity and farm hygiene practices.
- Knowledge of farm production records, inventory management and operational reporting.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace, particularly Google Sheets, Google Docs and Google Drive.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and staff supervision skills.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong record-keeping, data management and reporting abilities.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- High levels of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage multiple operational responsibilities.
- Ability to work in a practical farm environment and ensure efficient daily operations.
- Strong sense of responsibility and effective resource management.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV, academic and professional certificates, and relevant experience to [email protected].
Email Subject: Application – Assistant Poultry Farm Manager
Application Deadline: Thursday, 12th November 2026.
NB: This is a three-month maternity cover position, with the possibility of extension or long-term employment depending on performance, suitability and operational requirements.