Agriculture CSR Head

Job description

Planning and designing Agri Livelihoods programmes jointly with teams in all CSR locations

Support teams in developing business plans for FPOs and other Agri programmes

Conduct value chain assessments of various crops to identify gaps and develop recommendations on how to improve the selected value chains and maximize impact.

Supervise and monitor the implementation of crops value chain activities with a focus on improving crops productivity, processing and input-output market enhancement.

Providing on and off farm technical support to teams as per the need especially

Facilitating linkages , convergence and partnerships with various likeminded stakeholders

Bringing in new learnings, ideas and innovations to further strengthen the programme

Periodic review and monitoring of the programme

Timely reporting and documentation

Educational Qualification

Under graduation in Agriculture or Masters degree in Agriculture /Horticulture/Forestry from reputed Agriculture Universities

Minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience in the development sector

Required skills and qualifications

Strong knowledge and understanding of livelihood development concepts and strategies.

Proven experience in designing and implementing Agri livelihood development programs.

Familiarity with Central/State Government policies and programs related to livelihood development.

Experience of working with FPOs, development of business plans, value chain analysis, business development, market linkages

Experience of working on productivity enhancement and value chain of crops like Paddy, millets , Groundnut, Maize, Chilli, Mangoes, oranges ,vegetables etc

Excellent stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.

Strong analytical and research capabilities.

Ability to design and deliver effective training programs.

Proficient in monitoring and evaluation methodologies.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Proficiency in using MS Office and other relevant software.

Note:

The position demands frequent travel to locations