Senior Lead, Agriculture Development

Key responsibilities

• Provide cross‑country strategic direction and leadership for agriculture program design, implementation and adaptation to local conditions.
• Guide implementing partners through technical backstopping, training, mentorship and regular performance reviews.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of RTV’s agriculture methodology, ensuring climate‑smart, sustainable practices and value‑chain development.
• Oversee procurement, seed verification and quality assurance for agricultural inputs, reviewing partner and vendor reports for compliance.
• Represent RTV in regional and international forums, building partnerships with governments, research institutions, NGOs and private‑sector actors.
• Manage and mentor agriculture leads across countries, fostering a culture of learning, innovation and accountability.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development or related field; Master’s/Post‑graduate degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in agricultural program leadership, including at least 1 year in a senior management role.
• Proven experience managing multi‑country agriculture programs and working with diverse partners.
• Willingness to travel frequently across countries of operation and high integrity aligned with RTV’s mission.

Required skills

• Technical expertise in smallholder farming systems, soil health, pest/disease management and climate‑smart agriculture.
• Strong project management abilities, including planning, budgeting and reporting.
• Effective communication, facilitation and negotiation skills in multicultural settings.