Livestock Production and Cattle Pen-Fattening Manager

CUT-AGRO PVT LTD Chinhoyi University of Technology Innovation Hub & Industrial Park VACANCY: LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION & CATTLE PEN-FATTENING MANAGER CUT-Agro Pvt Ltd, a commercial arm of Chinhoyi University of Technology, invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and dynamic candidates to fill the position of Livestock Production and Cattle Pen-Fattening Manager. The successful candidate will oversee commercial feedlot operations, livestock health, ration formulation, and business growth. Key Responsibilities Commercial Pen-Fattening & Feedlot Management: Manage full-cycle pen-fattening operations, weight-gain tracking, and finished cattle marketing. Nutritional Management & Ration Formulation: Design, blend, and manage cost-effective feed formulations to maximize Average Daily Gain (ADG) and Feed Conversion Ratios (FCR). Herd Health & Biosecurity: Implement strict biosecurity protocols, vaccination schedules, disease prevention, and prompt veterinary care. Stock Procurement & Marketing: Identify and procure high-potential feeder stock and establish profitable buyer pipelines with abattoirs, meat processors, and auction platforms. Operational Budgeting & Resource Management: Manage operational budgets, feed inventory, staff supervision, and maintain precise production, financial, and mortality records. Qualifications & Experience Education: Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Animal Science, Livestock Production, Agriculture, Veterinary Science, or a related discipline. A Master's degree or agribusiness qualification will be an added advantage. Experience: Minimum of 2 years of proven hands-on experience managing a commercial cattle feedlot / penfattening enterprise. Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of beef cattle nutrition, ration formulation software, feed milling, and biosecurity protocols. Business Acumen: Demonstrated skills in budget management, livestock marketing, procurement, and staff leadership. TO APPLY Interested candidates should submit their application online to the Human Resources Manager. Submission Requirement: All application documents (Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and copies of academic/professional Certificates) MUST be merged and submitted as ONE SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT. Email Applications To: Main Email: hrcutholdings@cut.ac.zw + Copy To (CC): oushe@cut.ac.zw Application Deadline: Open until filled / November 15, 2026 Duties and responsibilities Commercial Pen-Fattening & Feedlot Management: Manage full-cycle pen-fattening operations, weight-gain tracking, and finished cattle marketing. Nutritional Management & Ration Formulation: Design, blend, and manage cost-effective feed formulations to maximize Average Daily Gain (ADG) and Feed Conversion Ratios (FCR). Herd Health & Biosecurity: Implement strict biosecurity protocols, vaccination schedules, disease prevention, and prompt veterinary care. Stock Procurement & Marketing: Identify and procure high-potential feeder stock and establish profitable buyer pipelines with abattoirs, meat processors, and auction platforms. Operational Budgeting & Resource Management: Manage operational budgets, feed inventory, staff supervision, and maintain precise production, financial, and mortality records. How to apply Interested candidates should submit their application online to the Human Resources Manager. Submission Requirement: All application documents (Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and copies of academic/professional Certificates) MUST be merged and submitted as ONE SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT. Email Applications To: Main Email: hrcutholdings@cut.ac.zw + Copy To (CC): oushe@cut.ac.zw Application Deadline: Open until filled / November 15, 2026