Interests: Building, Organizing, Persuading
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree
Poultry farmers and Poultry Farm Managers oversee the daily operations of poultry farms, ensuring optimal production, animal health, and profitability while managing farm staff and resources.
What is a typical day in as a Poultry Farm Manager?
Monitoring the health and well-being of poultry and addressing any health issues.
Managing feeding schedules, water supply, and temperature control for poultry houses.
Supervising farmworkers and coordinating daily operations.
Collecting eggs or monitoring meat production processes to ensure quality standards.
What else might they be expected to do?
Maintain records of poultry health, production, and inventory.
Implement biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks.
Analyze farm performance and adjust strategies to optimize productivity.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
What kind of interests do people in this career path have? (based on RIASEC/Holland Codes)?
Realistic (R): Enjoy hands-on work with poultry and farm equipment.
Conventional (C): Interest in structured processes like record-keeping and scheduling.
Enterprising (E): Desire to lead operations and improve farm profitability.
What type of training is needed for this career path?
A diploma or degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, or Agriculture is typically required.
Practical experience in poultry farming or management is essential.
Training in modern poultry farming technologies and biosecurity practices is highly valuable.
What kind of personality is needed to excel in this career path?
Organized, proactive, and detail-oriented individuals thrive in this role.
Big 5 Traits: High conscientiousness, openness to experience, and emotional stability.
Myers-Briggs Types: ESTJ (efficient and practical) or ISTJ (methodical and reliable).
What challenges can I expect to face if I pursue this career path?
Managing disease outbreaks and maintaining biosecurity standards.
Addressing fluctuations in market demand and input costs.
Balancing animal welfare with productivity and profitability.
What are the job prospects for this path in Kenya and Africa? What about International prospects for a Kenyan citizen?
Kenya and Africa: Poultry farming is a rapidly growing sector, with increasing demand for eggs and meat driving opportunities for skilled managers.
International: Kenyan poultry farm managers with expertise in modern farming techniques are competitive for roles in international agribusinesses or research institutions.
What should I focus on if I choose to pursue this career?
Build expertise in poultry health, nutrition, and biosecurity practices.
Gain hands-on experience in farm operations and management.
Stay updated on sustainable poultry farming practices and industry trends.
Which other careers or job roles can I progress to?
Livestock Manager
Farm Manager
Poultry Nutritionist
Agribusiness Consultant