Manager - Agriculture

7 days ago


Delhi, Delhi, India Arthan Full time
Job Description

Embark on a transformative career journey as a Senior Analyst, where innovation converges with tangible impact. Become an integral part of a dedicated team shaping the future of sustainable agriculture, food systems, and cutting-edge technologies. Your role will be pivotal in steering our organization's business development initiatives, involving proactive opportunity identification, proposal development, and crafting concept notes. Elevate your professional trajectory through engaging work, continuous learning, and the chance to specialise in areas aligned with your passion and expertise. Seize this opportunity to be a catalyst for positive change in the realms of agriculture and food systems.

Essential Skills:

  • Proficiency in conducting detailed sectoral and thematic research.
  • Ability to analyse complex data and convert findings into strategic insights.
  • Strong analytical skills for supporting proposal development, concept note creation, and knowledge document production.
  • Demonstrated expertise in business development, including proactive opportunity identification.
  • Skilled in proposal drafting and engagement in high-level business development activities.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
  • Proven project management skills with experience in planning and executing medium/large technical assistance assignments.
Detailed Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of the Manager - Agriculture involves proactively identifying business development opportunities in sustainable agriculture and related areas by staying updated on industry trends. This includes taking the lead in proposal and concept note development, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Collaborating with senior management, the position contributes critical insights and supports strategic decision-making. The role also entails conducting thorough sectoral/thematic research, independently producing knowledge documents, and occasionally undertaking field visits for first-hand insights. Additionally, the position involves leading tasks/work streams within assignments, focusing on analytical reports and presentations. Continuous learning and expertise building in agriculture and food systems, through training and participation in relevant forums, are emphasized.

Business Development:
  • Establish and nurture relationships with current and prospective clients.
  • Proactively take steps to enhance client relationships.
  • Create and present proposals to generate business, with a focus on the relevant Practice Group.
  • Represent the organization at conferences and similar events.
  • Contribute as an author or co-author to thematic publications derived from field experiences, such as Focus notes and Briefing notes.
  • Actively participate in marketing activities and engage in digital media dialogues, including blogs and discussion forums.
Human Capital Development:
  • Perform "Quality of Delivery" and Feedback assessments with team members post-assignment in adherence to quality control guidelines.
  • Aid in the development of fellow staff members by offering guidance and advice as needed.
  • Share knowledge with the team and foster mentoring opportunities.
  • Assume responsibility for personal development by acquiring skills and knowledge that contribute value to the organization.
Business Execution:
  • Take a leading or supporting role in planning and implementing medium/large technical assistance assignments.
  • Conduct setup and de-briefing meetings for assigned assignments.
  • Establish rapport with different contacts within the client organization to ensure the successful execution of assignments.
  • Execute assignments with careful planning and attention to detail.
  • Supervise and assist in the process of report writing and data analysis.
  • Review training courses, research papers, curriculum, and technical assistance provided to clients.
  • Contribute to the development of the organization's tool kits and other publications.
Requirements Qualifications:
  • MBA
  • Masters in Economics
  • Masters in Agriculture
  • Masters in Rural Development
  • Experience: 7-10YOE


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