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Farm Manager

The Pharo Foundation

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Natural Science

Agricultural Science

Assosa,Homosha

5 years

1 Position

2025-06-10

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2025-06-29

Required Skills

monitor the farm environmental management plan

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Fields of study

Horticulture Science

Agronomy and Crop Science

Full Time

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Job Description

Location: Homosha & Assosa, Benishangul-Gumuz Region, Ethiopia

About Pharo Foundation
Pharo Foundation is a mission-driven, impact-oriented organization working to build a vibrant, productive, and self-reliant Africa. Our development efforts are focused on three core pillars:

  1. Education – Providing access to high-quality, affordable education that equips students for success in a rapidly changing world.

  2. Water – Ensuring that communities across Africa have access to clean, safe, and affordable water.

  3. Productivity – Removing barriers to employment and increasing economic opportunity for individuals and families.

Our for-profit arm, Pharo Ventures, operates sustainable businesses across Ethiopia and Somaliland to drive job creation and economic growth. With over 700 employees across Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and Somaliland, Pharo Foundation is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with a liaison office in London, UK.

Why Join Us?

  • Mission With Impact – Be part of a bold vision to transform lives through education and sustainable development.

  • Professional Growth – We offer opportunities for learning, advancement, and leadership in a global, purpose-driven organization.

  •  Collaborative Culture – Work alongside a diverse, passionate team united by a shared commitment to excellence and community impact.

  •  Regional Experience – Engage in cross-border projects that bring together best practices from across East Africa.

Position Summary: Farm Manager
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Farm Manager to lead agricultural development projects at our schools in Homosha and Assosa and guest house in Assosa. This role will focus on building diversified, small-scale farms that serve both educational and food production purposes, including gardening, irrigation, livestock, and student engagement.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement site-specific farm layouts for vegetables, fruits, livestock, beekeeping, and dairy production.

  • Install and maintain efficient small-scale irrigation systems.

  • Select and cultivate suitable crops for food production and agricultural demonstration.

  • Oversee full-cycle farm operations: land preparation, planting, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.

  • Recruit and manage local farm labor.

  • Integrate farming activities into the school curriculum by engaging students in hands-on agricultural learning.

  • Maintain tools, irrigation systems, and ensure safe farm operations.

  • Provide regular monthly progress reports.

  • Travel between Homosha and Assosa to coordinate and supervise farm activities at both locations.

Job Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

  • Degree or diploma in Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Science, or a related field.

  • Proven experience in small-scale farming, irrigation systems, and community or school-based agriculture.

  • Strong leadership, organizational, and planning skills.

  •  Experience working with students or in educational settings is a strong advantage.

  • Willingness to travel regularly between project sites.

How to Apply

Are You Ready to Cultivate Change?
Join Pharo Foundation and help us build vibrant, self-sustaining school communities through agriculture and education

apply using THIS LINK

Fields Of Study

Horticulture Science

Agronomy and Crop Science

Skills Required

monitor the farm environmental management plan

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