Company Overview:
Our client is a dynamic startup committed to empowering small dairy farmers in rural India. Their mission is to enhance the livelihoods of these farmers by providing innovative solutions and creating a robust ecosystem that supports their growth. With a focus on financial inclusion and sustainable practices, the company aims to transform the rural agribusiness landscape.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join our client’s team as the Rural Agribusiness Development Manager. This pivotal role will involve not only establishing and managing a comprehensive network of on-ground and online services but also gathering crucial data, running surveys, and facilitating effective communication with dairies and service providers. Location would be dynamic- with most of the time spent on field in Rajasthan.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning:
- Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for building a robust ecosystem of services for small dairy farmers.
- Identify key areas for intervention and expansion within the rural agribusiness sector.
- Network Building:
- Establish and nurture relationships with service providers, agricultural experts, and stakeholders in the rural community.
- Build a network of on-ground services, including veterinary care, agricultural equipment, and training programs.
- Partnership Development:
- Collaborate with relevant government agencies, NGOs, and other organizations to create impactful partnerships.
- Negotiate and manage agreements with service providers to ensure high-quality and cost-effective services for farmers.
- Data Collection and Surveys:
- Design and conduct surveys to gather essential data on the needs and challenges of small dairy farmers.
- Analyze collected data to inform strategic decisions and program development.
- Liaison and Communication:
- Act as a liaison between the company, dairies, and service providers to facilitate effective communication.
- Ensure feedback from stakeholders is collected and utilized for continuous improvement.
- Technology Integration:
- Identify opportunities to leverage technology for online services, including digital platforms for market access, training, and information dissemination.
- Oversee the integration of technology solutions to enhance the efficiency of agribusiness processes.
- Team Leadership:
- Recruit, train, and manage a team of professionals dedicated to rural agribusiness development.
- Provide leadership and guidance to the team to achieve set objectives.
Qualifications:
- Educational Background:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Proven track record in agribusiness development, rural entrepreneurship, or a related field.
- Experience in gathering and analyzing data, running surveys, and liaising with stakeholders on the ground.
- Skills:
- Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Understanding of the agricultural landscape in India, specifically the dairy sector.
- Familiarity with technology solutions for rural development.
- Passion and Commitment:
- A genuine passion for improving the livelihoods of small dairy farmers.
- Commitment to sustainable and inclusive agribusiness practices.