Poultry Farm Manager (Layer Farm)

Vwila Farms is a well-established and progressive commercial poultry operation located in the Shimabala area of Kafue district, Zambia. The farm is seeking to appoint a Poultry Farm Manager (Layer Farm).

Role Details

• Reports to: Farm Owner / Director
• Location: Poultry Farm Site, Kafue
• Nature of employment: Contract

Job Purpose

The Poultry Farm Manager (Layer Farm) will oversee the day-to-day operations of the farm, ensuring the healthy rearing of day-old chicks into productive laying hens, maximising egg production, maintaining high biosecurity standards, managing farm staff, controlling costs, and ensuring the farm operates efficiently and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the reception, brooding and entire rearing process of day-old chicks through to the production stage, ensuring a smooth transition of pullets into the laying phase
• Supervise and oversee vaccination, treatment and medication schedules
• Supervise daily farm operations, including feeding and watering, and monitor flock health to identify disease outbreaks early
• Record production data such as feed consumption, egg output, egg quality and mortality, taking corrective action where adverse trends arise
• Implement strategies to maximise productivity and efficiency
• Monitor feed consumption and feed conversion efficiency
• Prepare weekly and monthly farm performance reports
• Maintain proper biosecurity and hygiene standards within the poultry houses and surrounding farm area
• Monitor environmental conditions, including temperature, ventilation and lighting
• Supervise farmworkers and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures
• Monitor farm operating costs
• Ensure compliance with agricultural, environmental and food safety regulations
• Ensure proper record keeping

Qualifications and Experience

• Full Grade 12 certificate
• Diploma or Degree in Animal Science, Poultry Production, Agriculture, Veterinary Science or a related field
• Minimum 5–10 years' experience managing a commercial poultry farm
• Experience in layer management and egg production preferred
• Knowledge of poultry health management and biosecurity systems

Key Performance Indicators

• Egg production per bird
• Mortality rate
• Feed conversion efficiency
• Egg quality standards
• Disease prevention and flock health
• Cost control and profitability
• Staff productivity and performance
• Accuracy of farm records and reporting
• Compliance with biosecurity and safety standards

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities
• Knowledge of poultry nutrition and flock management
• Financial and cost-control skills
• Record-keeping and reporting skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production targets
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Excel, Word, and farm management systems)

How to Apply

• Applications and cover letters must be submitted together with a detailed curriculum vitae and copies of educational certificates
• All accompanying documents must be combined into one (1) PDF document
• Applications must be submitted through the Apply button on this page
• Closing date for applications: Tuesday 10th November 2026
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted