Core Skills and Competencies
Functional / Technical
Horticultural practices and a technical understanding of fruit production functions Strong computer literacy: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Good agricultural practices and crop production Good financial management Basic human resources legislation, especially those relevant to everyday operations (e.g., absenteeism, leave, health and safety, working hours) Leadership/Behavioural  
The ability to self-drive and self-motivate while building the business
Detail and results orientated
Open mindedness and the ability to embrace precision farming
Dedication and a sense of humour
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Strong people-management, relationship building and interpersonal relations skills
Good communication skills; verbal and written
Motivated to continuously learn

Key Performance / Success Indicators 
Business management- organisation, coordination and control
Contribute to the development of company's strategic   objectives Translate these objectives into operational plans with specific targets Monitor and control operational plans to ensure effective implementation Ensure long- and short-term operations objectives are formulated within the framework of the company's business strategy and objectives Formulate a comprehensive resource plan Control the acquisition, deployment and allocation of key resources in line with coordinated farming activities Ensure efficient and effective planning of the deployment of people, materials, equipment and expertise Ensure day-to-day farming activities are well coordinated and monitored to ensure operating best practices are adhered to Production management
Effectively and efficiently manage the production of the farm as per plan and forecasts Ensure the maintenance of the farm as per procedures Ensure coordinated operational activities Quality management
Ensure quality assurance as per the Quality Prioritize activities that maximize the quality of the fruit Project Management
Effectively Manage the planning, budget and execution of new plantings and infrastructure builds Ensure projects are delivered within budget and on time Ensure projects meet all quality standards Ensure projects are operationalised within agreed timelines once completed Risk management and compliance
Ensure and monitor that risk mitigation measures are in place, adhered to, and monitored regularly Ensure compliance with all company’s policies, procedures and practices in additions to third-party audits and legislation requirements, i.e., Global G.A.P. etc. Determine procedural changes for greater efficiency and accuracy Administration and finance – suppliers and service providers
Consult with Technical department on horticultural best practices Ensure alignment between external service providers and best- practice information gathered from technical department Monitor that suppliers and service providers deliver on quantity and quality expectations in line with resource plans Administration and finance – budget control
Draft the annual budget for the farming unit and present it timeously to key stakeholders Monitor income and costs monthly with deviations analysed and forecasts updated Report relevant budget information to the Board of Directors and Finance department when required Monitor that all expenditures are in line with the budget and operational requirements as well as adhere to the Delegation of Authority Operate within the approved budgets Human resources management
Plan and roll out annual optimal and cost-effective resource plan Ensure headcount related costs are in line with budget Implement and take accountability for all HR policies, procedures and initiatives and ensure that control measures are in place to monitor progress Identify relevant training needs Set performance standards in collaboration with employees and monitor performance Ensure an adequate workforce for the efficient and effective operation of the farm Asset management
Purchase machinery, equipment, and supplies, such as tractors, seed, fertiliser and chemicals within budget and within guidelines provided Effective operational management Systems management Ensure that systems are in place to ensure effective information gathering Ensure that system and process control measures are in place and implemented to maintain data and information integrity Ensure that relevant data requirements are available to implement operational plans Interpersonal relations and communication
Communicate internally with management, peers or subordinates and externally with customers, the public, government and others by providing information by telephone, written format or email