Coffee Farm & Processing Manager at Yhaenu PLC

• Oversee coffee cultivation: planting, pruning, pest/disease management, fertilization, and irrigation.
• Monitor crop health, soil fertility, and yield performance.
• Coordinate seasonal planning and labor deployment.
• Implement sustainable agricultural practices and ensure compliance with certification standards (e.g., Rainforest Alliance, Organic, Fair-trade).

• Supervise all post-harvest processes: cherry reception, pulping, fermentation, drying, hulling, and grading.
• Ensure quality control and traceability throughout the processing chain.
• Maintain and operate wet and dry mill equipment efficiently.
• Manage waste and water use responsibly to meet environmental standards.

• Manage farm and processing staff, including training and performance monitoring.
• Maintain accurate records on farm activities, harvest volumes, processing yields, and quality grades.
• Prepare reports and submit updates to senior management.
• Liaise with agronomists, buyers, and certification auditors.

• Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crop Science, or related field (Diploma with extensive experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing a coffee estate and processing unit.
• Strong knowledge of coffee agronomy, processing technologies, and quality assurance.
• Familiarity with international quality and certification standards.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Computer literacy in MS Office and farm/production software tools is an advantage.
• Willingness to live and work in a rural/farm setting.

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