Job Description

GENERAL MANAGER, AGRO-INDUSTRIAL PARK

Company: Ariston Holdings Limited

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Agro-Industrial Development & Operations

Experience: 10–15 Years

Salary: USD 8,000 – 15,000 per month (depending on qualifications and experience)

Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer

Position Overview

Ariston Holdings Limited is seeking a visionary and results-driven General Manager, Agro-Industrial Park to oversee the strategic development, operational management, investment coordination, and commercial performance of a large-scale agro-industrial ecosystem. The successful candidate will lead integrated agricultural value chains, processing facilities, logistics infrastructure, agribusiness partnerships, and sustainable industrial growth initiatives.

This opportunity is ideal for senior professionals searching for General Manager jobs in Zimbabwe, Agribusiness jobs in Harare, Agro-Industrial Park jobs in Zimbabwe, and executive leadership opportunities within Africa’s expanding agricultural sector.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of agro-industrial park operations.
• Oversee agricultural production, processing, packaging, and distribution activities.
• Develop partnerships with investors, government agencies, and agribusiness stakeholders.
• Drive commercialization and revenue growth across multiple business units.
• Manage infrastructure development projects within the industrial park.
• Supervise finance, operations, engineering, logistics, and business development teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote innovation in agricultural technology and value addition.
• Coordinate export market development initiatives.
• Develop investment attraction and tenant acquisition strategies.
• Monitor operational KPIs and financial performance.
• Implement sustainability and climate-smart agriculture programs.
• Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership and board members.
• Support regional and international agribusiness collaborations.
• Strengthen supply chain resilience and market competitiveness.

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Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Master’s Degree in Agribusiness, MBA, Agricultural Development, or Project Management preferred.
• Executive leadership certifications are advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing large agricultural, manufacturing, or agro-processing operations.
• Experience overseeing multi-million-dollar projects.
• Strong exposure to value chain development and industrial park management.
• Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement and business expansion.

Technical Competencies

• Agribusiness Management
• Agro-Industrial Development
• Strategic Planning
• Agricultural Value Chains
• Project Management
• Financial Management
• Investment Promotion
• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Infrastructure Development
• Business Development
• Risk Management
• Export Market Development
• Sustainability Programs
• Leadership & Governance

Training & Professional Development

The successful candidate will receive:

• Executive leadership development programs.
• International agribusiness management workshops.
• Strategic investment and infrastructure training.
• Agricultural innovation and technology exposure.
• Corporate governance certification opportunities.
• Participation in regional agribusiness conferences.

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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Agro-industrial park occupancy rates.
• Revenue and profitability growth.
• Agricultural production efficiency.
• Investor acquisition performance.
• Export volume growth.
• Project delivery success rates.
• Stakeholder satisfaction levels.
• Sustainability compliance achievements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Executive-level salary package.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Housing allowance.
• Company vehicle.
• Medical and life insurance.
• Pension contributions.
• International training opportunities.
• Paid annual leave.

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Application Process

Interested applicants should submit:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Academic Certificates
• Professional Certifications
• National Identification Documents
• Three Professional References

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ariston Holdings Limited is committed to advancing sustainable agriculture, agro-industrial transformation, and inclusive economic growth through world-class leadership and innovation.