About This Role
This is a hands-on supervisory role within one of Ethiopia's major agro-industrial operations, managing day-to-day horticultural production at a specific farm location. The position sits between field workers and senior farm management, requiring someone who can translate production targets into practical field actions. It suits a mid-career agricultural professional seeking stable, long-term employment with a well-established company rather than a startup or NGO.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The requirement for a degree in Plant Science, Agriculture, or Horticulture signals that the employer expects theoretical grounding in crop production, not just practical experience. The "3-5 years" seniority level suggests they want someone who has already proven they can manage teams and handle the pressures of commercial farming, not a fresh graduate. The specificity of a "first degree" indicates a preference for formal education over informal experience.
How to Approach This Application
Your application should highlight specific experience managing horticultural crops at scale, particularly in commercial farm settings similar to Jittu. Emphasize any supervisory experience where you were responsible for worker productivity, irrigation scheduling, pest management decisions, or harvest timing. The employer will likely prioritize candidates who demonstrate practical problem-solving and can show they understand the economics of crop production, not just agronomy theory.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for a mid-career horticulture or plant science graduate with proven field supervision experience, ideally in a large-scale commercial farm. Competition will be moderate, as ELFORA is a reputable employer, but the remote farm location may reduce the applicant pool.
ELFORA Agro-Industries PLC is one of Ethiopia’s leading agro-processing companies, specializing in livestock production, meat processing, dairy farming, poultry production, and export of high-quality animal products. The company operates integrated farms, processing plants, and distribution systems across Ethiopia, supplying both local and international markets. ELFORA is committed to modern agricultural practices, quality, and safety standards.
ELFORA Agro-Industries PLC invites qualified and competent candidates who fulfill the requirements stated below:
Position: Farming Foreman
Location: Jittu Horticulture Farm
Salary As per the Company’s Scale
Type of Employment Permanent
- From recognized university/college first degree in Plant Science/ Agriculture/ Horticulture or in other relevant field of study - 2 year related work experience
Or - From recognized college/TVET Level IV/10+3 diploma in Agriculture or in other relevant field of study - 6 years related work experience
How To Apply
Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should Apply through Ethio jobs Elfora online application platform within 7 working days from the date of this vacancy announcement
OR
Interested applicant who meets the above requirements should submit their application with relevant documents and CV within 7 working days from the date of this vacancy announcement to ELFORA Main Office, Admin & Human Resource Dep’t at 4th floor (You can apply at your current Operation)
N.B the Company has the right to cancel the post advertised.
N.B Selected candidates must have their educational credentials authenticated by the issuing institution and submit the verification within six months.
Address: Tel Phone 251-16732069/67
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