Remote Farm Management Consultant

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Home office setup allowance

Continuous professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Farm Management Consultant to advise farms across South Africa from a fully remote setting. You will leverage your expertise in agribusiness, finance and production management to improve profitability and sustainability.

As a senior consultant, you will deliver strategic recommendations via virtual meetings, reports and data analysis, helping clients optimize operations, manage risk and access markets nationwide.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in agribusiness, agricultural economics, farm management, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in farm management or agricultural consulting.
• Strong financial management, budgeting and investment analysis in agriculture.
• Excellent remote communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of farm operations including financial performance.
• Develop customized farm management plans with strategic and financial recommendations.
• Advise on crops, livestock production and supply chain optimization.
• Assist farms in implementing technology solutions such as farm management software.
• Provide guidance on risk management, regulatory compliance, and market access.
• Deliver remote consulting services via virtual meetings, reports and data analysis.

Skills

Remote communication

Client relationship management

Data analysis

Financial management

Strategic recommendations

Agribusiness expertise

Education

Master's degree in Agribusiness / Agricultural Economics / Farm Management

Tools

Farm management software

Precision agriculture tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Remote Farm Management Consultant to provide strategic advice and operational support to farms across South Africa. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to work from anywhere while advising clients on optimizing their operations. You will leverage your expertise in agribusiness, finance, and production management to help farms improve profitability, efficiency, and sustainability. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who can deliver high-impact recommendations and guidance virtually, driving positive change in the agricultural sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of farm operations, including financial performance, production efficiency, and resource allocation.
• Develop customized farm management plans, including strategic, financial, and operational recommendations.
• Advise clients on best practices in crop production, livestock management, and supply chain optimization.
• Assist farms in implementing technology solutions, such as farm management software and precision agriculture tools.
• Provide guidance on risk management, regulatory compliance, and market access strategies.
• Deliver remote consulting services, including virtual meetings, reports, and data analysis.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Farm Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in farm management, agricultural consulting, or agribusiness.
• Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and investment analysis in agriculture.
• Expertise in crop and/or livestock production systems and operational efficiency.
• Proven ability to analyze complex agricultural data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent remote communication, presentation, and client relationship management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Allowance for home office setup and continuous professional development.
• Opportunity to influence and improve agricultural practices nationwide.
• Be part of a leading consultancy shaping the future of farming through expert remote advice.