Hatchery Foreman (Grounds Keeping)

About Kivu Choice

Kivu Choice is Rwanda's largest protein producer and one of the fastest-growing aquaculture companies in Africa. Founded in 2022, Kivu Choice is the sister company to Victory Farms, East Africa's leading aquaculture platform based in Kenya. The company operates a fully vertically integrated aquaculture model, encompassing hatchery operations, cage-based grow-out, processing, distribution, and sales.

Kivu Choice is one of the country's largest employers with over 700 employees, and plans to grow to 1,200 employees within the next three years. Over the next five years, Kivu Choice aims to scale into Africa's largest and most sustainable protein producer, producing and distributing 30,000 tons of fish annually for the Rwandan market and for export across the region.

Position Details

• Job Title: Hatchery Foreman (Grounds Keeping)
• Department: Hatchery
• Location: Kigembe, Gisagara, Rwanda
• Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

The Hatchery Grounds Keeping Foreman is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized hatchery environment, particularly around ponds and operational areas. This role oversees ground maintenance activities, supervises grounds keeping staff and casual laborers, and ensures proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment. The Hatchery Foreman also supports biosecurity standards and reports any environmental or structural risks that could affect hatchery operations.

Key Responsibilities

Hatchery Grounds Cleanliness & Pond Safety (50%)

• Supervise and participate in grass cutting around ponds, pathways, and hatchery premises
• Ensure pond embankments are clean, stable, and free from weeds or obstructions
• Monitor water channels to prevent blockages
• Maintain clean and safe walking paths around ponds, garden, and hatchery operational areas
• Support biosecurity measures by maintaining hygienic surroundings
• Identify and report environmental or structural risks