FARM MANAGER – ROSE GROWER

SUMMARY:
Nairobi - Kenya: A leading Kenyan horticultural producer is seeking an experienced Farm Manager – Rose Grower to oversee all field-grown rose operations on a large-scale commercial farm. The ideal candidate is a hands-on manager with strong technical expertise in open-field rose production and the ability to drive high-quality output in a demanding export-focused environment.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience in field cultivation of roses – essential
• Exposure to large-scale commercial horticulture, preferably export-orientated
• Strong practical and technical knowledge of:
  • Rose varieties
  • Crop nutrition & fertigation
  • Integrated pest & disease management
  • Pruning, spacing, and canopy management
• Experience in managing labour teams in a multicultural environment
• Strong planning, organisational, and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote farm environment
• Bachelor’s degree / diploma in Agriculture, Horticulture, Floriculture or related field – advantageous
• Previous expat experience in Africa will be an added advantage

• Lead and manage all aspects of field rose cultivation, from planting to harvesting.
• Develop and implement production schedules, crop plans, and seasonal strategies.
• Monitor plant health, growth cycles, and production performance.

• Oversee IPM programmes to ensure optimal pest and disease control.
• Maintain strict quality standards to meet premium export requirements.

• Supervise and train field teams to drive productivity and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with farm protocols, health & safety, and good agricultural practices.

• Manage irrigation systems, fertigation plans, and field infrastructure.
• Monitor inputs, usage, and stock levels to ensure cost-effective production.

• Provide weekly and monthly production reports.
• Track yields, losses, efficiency metrics, and quality benchmarking.

• Self-driven with an “ownership mentality”
• Strong communicator, decisive, and solutions-focused
• Able to work effectively under pressure in a dynamic production environment
• High integrity and commitment to delivering results