3 Jun 2026

Senior Estate Manager – Horticulture (East & West Estates and Packhouse) at Kakuzi PLC

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Job Description

Kakuzi PLC is a listed Kenyan agricultural company trading on both the Nairobi and London Stock Exchange engaging in the cultivation, processing and marketing of avocados, blueberries, macadamia, tea, livestock and commercial forestry.

Senior Estate Manager – Horticulture (East & West Estates and Packhouse)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily estate and packhouse operations in line with production targets and quality standards.
  • Drive agronomic excellence, including crop management, pest and disease control and orchard productivity.
  • Manage packhouse operations to achieve optimal pack – out rates and throughput while maintaining export quality standards.
  • Prepare and control budgets, monitor expenditure, and maintain cost efficiency.
  • Utilize resources optimally to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Responsible for compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and corporate governance standards.
  • Maintain estate infrastructure, assets, and field hygiene standards.
  • Promote sound labour relations, staff discipline, and performance management.
  • Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Carry out other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Diploma or Degree in Agriculture or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years’ demonstrable relevant practical experience in field husbandry, packhouse management, budget preparation, cost control, and financial management
  • Demonstrated leadership and people management capability with strong administrative and reporting skills
  • Strong operational and planning skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • High integrity and commitment to corporate governance


Method of Application

If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV, cover letter and relevant certificates to the below email address indicating the position in the email subject by 8th June 2026.

[email protected]
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Current Kakuzi employees are encouraged to apply
We are an equal opportunities employer

Please note that Kakuzi PLC will NOT ask you to make any payment at any stage of the recruitment process.





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