Livestock Manager

Herd Management:

• Oversee the daily care and management of the goat herd, including feeding, health checks, and disease prevention.
• Implement breeding and kidding programs, ensuring optimal reproduction rates.
• Monitor the growth and performance of individual animals.

Nutrition and Feeding:

• Develop and manage nutrition programs, including feed formulation and ration balancing.
• Procure and distribute feed supplies.
• Monitor feed quality and consumption to ensure optimal nutrition.

Breeding and Genetics:

• Manage the breeding program, including heat detection, artificial insemination, and natural mating.
• Maintain accurate breeding and performance records.
• Implement genetic selection and improvement programs.

Health and Disease Management:

• Monitor herd health, administer vaccinations, and implement health protocols.
• Address diseases, injuries, and parasites promptly.
• Ensure the humane and ethical treatment of animals.

Pasture and Grazing Management:

• Oversee pasture rotation, management, and improvement programs.
• Ensure sustainable and efficient forage utilization.
• Implement soil fertility and forage enhancement strategies.

Record Keeping and Data Analysis:

• Maintain comprehensive herd records, including health, breeding, and performance data.
• Analyze data to make informed decisions for herd improvement.
• Generate reports and provide insights to optimize management.

Facility and Infrastructure Management:

• Maintain and manage farm infrastructure, including shelters, fences, and water systems.
• Plan and oversee construction and maintenance projects.
• Ensure farm safety, cleanliness, and organization.

Requirements:

• Minimum academic qualification of HND/BSc in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of proven experience in small ruminant nutrition, management, and care, with a specific focus on goats
• Strong knowledge of feed formulation, ration balancing, and nutritional requirements for small ruminants, particularly these specific breeds.
• Familiarity with herd health management, reproductive techniques, and breeding strategies in exotic goats like Boer and Kalahari Red.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Possessing a deep understanding of small ruminant nutrition, strong management skills, and specific expertise in the care of exotic goat breeds like Boer and Kalahari Red