Mwea Rice Irrigation Block

Rice Field Supervisor

Lead paddy preparation, transplanting teams, weeding rounds, and canal-water coordination.

KirinyagaOn Site • SeasonalKES 50,000 - 65,0002 openings

Deadline

Open until filled

Experience

Experienced

Workplace

On Site

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Role description

Coordinate rice block work from nursery pulling to transplanting, weeding, and harvest preparation. The supervisor records team attendance, assigns field tasks, and uploads proof photos so the farmer can verify progress remotely.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation
KES 50,000 - 65,000
Accommodation
Not stated
Meals
Provided
Transport
Provided

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate transplanting, weeding, and bund maintenance teams
  • Confirm ShambaBoy proof photos for completed paddy blocks
  • Report water access issues before they delay field work

Requirements

  • Rice field supervision experience in an irrigation scheme
  • Able to manage large casual teams during peak work
  • Understands nursery, transplanting, and water-level routines

Preferred qualifications

  • Mwea or Ahero rice scheme experience

Languages and schedule

Languages
Swahili, Kikuyu
Schedule details
water: Canal turns may require early morning checks | shifts: Mon-Sat, 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Start date
Not specified
Published
May 4, 2026

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