Agri Business & Agri Marketing Expert

About the Organization
WOTR (Watershed Organisation Trust) is a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing rural poverty and building climate-resilient communities. Over the past 30 years, WOTR has worked across 10 Indian states, impacting millions of people through watershed development, sustainable agriculture, livelihood enhancement, and community empowerment initiatives.

Position Summary
The Agri Business & Agri Marketing Expert will support multiple Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) by improving profitability, strengthening market linkages, enhancing value chains, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The role involves working closely with farmers, buyers, government agencies, and other stakeholders to drive business growth and rural development.

Key Responsibilities
Develop crop planning and diversification strategies based on market demand, climate, and soil conditions.
Strengthen market linkages by connecting FPCs with buyers, processors, exporters, and input suppliers.
Support financial planning, budgeting, business development, and revenue enhancement initiatives.
Organize training programs, buyer-seller meets, and capacity-building activities for FPC members.
Monitor FPC performance, manage risks, and ensure proper documentation and reporting.

Qualifications & Requirements
B.Sc./M.Sc. in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agro-Forestry, or related fields, or MBA in Agribusiness, Rural Management, or Rural Development.
Minimum 3 years of experience in agri-marketing, value chain development, business development, or FPO/FPC management.
Strong understanding of agricultural markets, value chains, and farmer producer organizations.
Experience in product development, branding, packaging, and B2B/B2C marketing.
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and business communication.

Key Skills
Agri Marketing & Market Linkages
FPO/FPC Development
Value Chain & Supply Chain Management
Financial Planning & Business Development
Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building

Preferred Competencies
Fluency in English and Hindi (Marathi is an added advantage).
Knowledge of sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural practices.
Strong communication, negotiation, and networking skills.
Ability to work with rural communities and multi-stakeholder projects.

Application Details
Position: Officer – Agri Business & Agri Marketing Expert
Application Email: careers@wotr.org

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