Seedbed and Curing Supervisor

DUE: 09 JUNE 2023

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following posts:
*NB: Manicaland State University of Applied Sciences (MSUAS) is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

INNOVATION AND AGRO-INDUSTRIAL PARK : HEADLANDS
Seedbed and Curing Supervisor (1 Post)

Reporting to the Farm Manager, the Seedbed and Curing Supervisor will assist across all the Farm Enterprise and is expected to perform the following duties:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the tobacco curing process, grading and bailing.
• Day to day supervision of seedbeds production operations.
• Effective workforce supervision, co-ordination and development.
• Facilitating health, safety and environmental issues in the workplace.
• Proper record keeping of all activities.
• Keep equipment and tools in a clean state after usage.
• Performing any other duties assigned from time to time.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of a Certificate or Diploma in Agronomy and/or Tobacco Production.
• Experience in Conventional seedbed and float seedbed production systems.
• Must be well versed with Modro, Chongololo, tunnel and Convectional curing systems.
• 3 years’ experience working on a tobacco farm.
• A Diploma in Agriculture will be an added advantage.
• Ability to ride a motorbike.
• A self-starter with a proven track record of results.
• Proficient and excellent understanding of various livestocks.
• Good animal and fodder crop husbandry skills.
• Ability to work standard hours and work beyond normal hours of work.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to multi-task and priorities work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
  Adaptability and flexibility.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates must submit six (6) sets of hardcopy applications, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification (ID & birth certificate) and a detailed curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, date of availability, current salary, contact details, names and addresses of three referees addressed to:

Assistant Registrar – Human Resource
Manicaland State University of Applied Sciences
Bag 7001, Stair Guthrie Road
Mutare

By no later than 1400 hours on 9 June 2023. Applicants should clearly indicate the post being applied for on the application letter, and only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.