23 Ministry Of Agriculture And Farmers Welfare jobs in India

• Develop and manage the implementation of rural development programs aligned with the organization's mission and strategic objectives.
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and timelines for various initiatives.
• Establish strong working relationships with community leaders, local government agencies, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct needs assessments and feasibility studies to identify new program areas and opportunities.
• Monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, and ensure timely reporting on program performance to donors and management.
• Manage program staff, volunteers, and consultants, providing guidance and support.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, organizational policies, and ethical standards.
• Identify and mitigate program risks, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Organize and facilitate community consultations, workshops, and training sessions.
• Contribute to fundraising efforts by assisting in proposal development and donor engagement.
• Represent the organization at relevant forums, conferences, and meetings.

• Master's degree in Development Studies, Rural Management, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in program management within the development or non-profit sector, with a significant focus on rural development.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from inception to completion.
• Strong understanding of rural livelihoods, agricultural practices, community mobilization, and social enterprise.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write compelling reports and proposals.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks.
• Willingness to travel extensively within rural Telangana.

• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines for rural development initiatives.
• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
• Oversee the implementation of projects focusing on areas such as agricultural enhancement, microfinance, skill development, sanitation, and primary healthcare.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local community leaders, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.
• Monitor project progress, identify challenges, and implement timely corrective actions.
• Conduct field visits regularly to assess project impact and gather feedback from beneficiaries.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports, including progress updates, financial statements, and impact assessments.
• Facilitate capacity-building workshops for community members and local partners.
• Contribute to the development of new project proposals and fundraising strategies.
• Represent the organization in relevant forums and networks.
• Promote best practices in rural development and knowledge sharing.

• Master's degree in Rural Development, Agriculture, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in program management within the development or non-profit sector, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, preferably in rural settings.
• Strong understanding of rural livelihoods, poverty reduction strategies, and sustainable development principles.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and ensure financial accountability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Odia.
• Willingness to travel extensively within rural Odisha.

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Key responsibilities:

• Conceptualize, develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive strategy for agri-based rural development project and skilling with community participation for the benefit of small and landless farmers and their families, aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
• Work closely with government agencies, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders to build partnerships and mobilize resources for program implementation.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of program managers and specialists, ensuring that they are delivering high-quality programs and services to communities across project locations.
• Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of program activities, with a focus on impact assessment and continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage the program budget, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively.
• Engage and collaborate with organisation's functions (internal), Fundraising Team, Sponsors/Donors to drive support to the field teams in their project execution.
• Foster a culture of innovation, learning, process orientation, system adoption and collaboration within the program team with a clear focus on building strong and motivated performance oriented teams.
• Provide thought and idea leadership that capitalises on trends in the rural landscape and provide alternatives to the team to achieve their skilling objectives

Required Experience and Skills

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.G., rural development, social work, public policy, etc.)
• At least 15 years of experience in designing and implementing integrated rural development programs including hands-on experience in engaging with farmers on Agriculture and Livestock at a ground level.
• High energy and strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team of professionals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build partnerships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated understanding of the social, economic, and political context of rural India, with a focus on aspirational districts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data and evidence. Experience with budget management, grant writing, and fundraising

NTU is preparing a proposal for: “Technical assistance for ASPIRE-AT programme in Cambodia” and is searching for experts to support the core team during the implementation of this project.

The overall objective of this assignment is to contribute to the development of the agricultural sector in Cambodia and to the support the EIB-financed activities under ASPIRE-AT.

Location : Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Duration : The intended start date is December 2025 and all components and tasks are expected to be completed within 48 months from the start date.

Key Expert: Technical centres expert

️ Qualifications and skills:

• University degree in agricultural engineering or similar technical discipline, preferably with a focus on applied research and development in Agronomy and transformation of agro products.
• Familiarity with IFI processes and lending activities in rural development through agriculture.
• Excellent drafting and communications skills.
• Fluent in English.

️ General professional experience:

• At least 10 years of related professional experience, out of which at least 5 years should be of international experience to support technical centres for rural development.

️ Specific professional experience:

• Should have carried out at least one project related to the development of visions, business plans, and key performance indicators for centres of excellence to ensure appropriate staffing, equipment, procedures, know-how, technical capacities, and networking.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply and upload your CV via LinkedIn or sent to Due to the large number of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Company Description

Kshetra Consulting works towards an inclusive democracy with a focus on public policy, government advisory, political campaigns, policy analysis, and governance initiatives. We specialize in building strategies through policy dialogue, operational assistance, resilient design, intelligence, and evidence-based decisions. Our clients include state governments, district administrations, national political parties, educational institutions, research firms, non-profits, and various other influential entities.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role based in Satara for a Fellow - Social Impact Design. The Fellow will be responsible for conducting user research, implementing design thinking methodologies, engaging in ethnographic research, and developing service design solutions. They will work closely with various stakeholders to design social impact initiatives that align with the organization's mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct field research, stakeholder interviews, and community engagement sessions to understand real-world problems.

Use design thinking methodologies to ideate, prototype, and test innovative solutions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., public policy, development, technology) to create user-centric interventions.

Develop visuals, wireframes, and design mockups that communicate ideas clearly and effectively.

Document the design process and outcomes through presentations, reports, or toolkits.

Facilitate design workshops and training sessions with partners or community members.

Contribute to the organization's larger mission by identifying areas where design can amplify impact.

Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Social Innovation, Architecture, Urban Planning, Development Studies, or a related field.

Strong skills in human-centered design, UX/UI, or visual communication.

Prior experience in working on social impact, public service, or grassroots projects preferred.

Excellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to work in diverse, resource-constrained, or field-based settings.

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Job Title: Bridge for Bharat Internship Rural Development & CSR Projects

Location: Shivaji Nagar, Pune

Duration: 6 Months | Stipend: 10,000 per month

Eligibility: Fresh Graduates (Any Discipline)

About the Internship:

Kickstart your career in Rural development (Tier-II &Tier-III), CSR, and social impact with our Bridge for Bharat Internship Program. This is your chance to work on real-time projects in rural India, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to transforming rural communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Rural market (Tier-II &Tier-III) research to analyse consumer trends & needs.
• Support CSR and development projects in education, healthcare, and finance.
• Work closely with rural communities and local stakeholders.
• Collect & analyse data, track project outcomes, and prepare reports.
• Assist in adapting products & services for rural consumers.
• Contribute to marketing & awareness campaigns in rural areas.

Who Should Apply:

• Fresh graduates (any stream) with a passion for Market Research & social impact.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of rural economy & challenges.
• Proactive, adaptable, and open to field visits in rural areas.

What You Will Gain:

• Hands-on experience in CSR, rural projects & market research.
• Mentorship from industry experts in social impact and sustainability.
• Networking opportunities with diverse professionals.
• Internship certificate & stipend of 10,000/month.

• Position Title – Assistant Manager-Rural Sales (Microfinance)
• Location –Bengaluru (Corporate Office)
• Total Experience – 2 to 14 Years
• Qualification – MBA (Full Time Compulsory)
• Report to the AGM-Sales
• Languages Known- English /Hindi
• Industry- FMCD (Small Appliances preferably)/FMEG

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieving the sales target for the rural market.
• Ensuring stock as per the client-vendors’ plan requirements.
• Taking indents from vendors and ensuring the fill rate of purchase orders every month
• Ensuring the management of huge volume demands from vendors by constantly coordinating and planning with the plant production manager
• Managing the collection target and outstanding every month
• Interacting with the service head and managers PAN India for customer service in the rural market
• Interacting with external agencies for artwork and marketing materials
• Supporting the external auditors in completing reconciliation issues
• Adding new accounts through business development initiatives
• Identifying better forms of penetration directly into the rural market

Remarks-

• Experience in Rural Sales is compulsory & exposure to Aggregators and Microfinance is a must.
• More Exposure to Regional Accounts is an added advantage.
• Candidates who have handled a business of 50 Cr & above will be considered.
• Travel requirement as per business requirement
• Working Knowledge of SAP is preferred, & Good Working knowledge of Excel is compulsory.
• Good Communication & Influencing Skills.
• Please look for a stable candidate (Frequent job changes will not be considered)
• Local Candidates will be preferred.

The European Union Delegation to Rwanda, Kigali is looking for:
Cooperation officer « Rural development, food security, financial services in agriculture and gender » in the Cooperation Section.

We are
The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organizations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.

The EU Delegation to Rwanda, Kigali works in close coordination with the Embassies and Consulates of the 27 EU Member States. We are a fully-fledged diplomatic mission and represent the European Union in dealings with the Rwandan government in areas that are part of the EU's remit.

Through its Global Gateway Initiative, the EU supports African countries to build and reinforce resilience and sustainable food systems. In Rwanda, the Team Europe Initiative "Investing in climate-smart and inclusive agriculture transformation" is supporting the implementation of the national development strategy NST-2 and subsequent sector policies in the areas of agriculture (PSTA5) and environment (NDC 3.0 formulation process).

The EU ambition is to enhance resilience and sustainability of African food systems, in support of Africa's agriculture, fisheries and food development agenda.

We offer
The post of Cooperation Officer « Rural development, food security, financial services in agriculture and gender » officer (Local Agent Group I) in the Delegation's Cooperation Section. The team consists of 6 people and there are occasional atypical working hours.

Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation, and on the changes of these needs. The successful candidate
will serve under the supervision and responsibility
of the Head of the "Rural Development, Climate Action, Biodiversity, Gender" team, providing support, expertise and assistance in the areas of economic, environmental and social sustainability of agri-food production and processing, as well as, financial services in agriculture and gender equity.

Following Main Tasks And Duties Are Currently Required

• Contribute to the analysis and, when the need presents itself, the formulation of EU programmes in areas relating to his/her portfolio.
• Ensure sound administration and management of EU projects and programmes in areas related to his/her portfolio;
• Offer knowledge and assistance in the design, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of relevant projects and programmes aiming to increase the economic, environmental and social sustainability of agri-food productionand processing, facilitating innovation and knowledge transfer, and boosting improved nutrition and food security;
• Under the supervision of the Team Leader, engage in policy formulation and dialogue with relevant government officials in order to help shape and enhance policies and reforms in areas relating to his/her portfolio creating a conducive policy environment for sustainable public and private investments in agri-food system transformation, including in supporting smallholder and SMEs;
• Work within relevant Sector and Technical Working Groups (e.g. Agriculture Sector Working Group) and Development Partner groups in areas relating to his/her portfolio in order to ensure effective operational coordination and cooperation, particularly among EU Member States;
• Maintain effective dialogue and relationships with colleagues in EU Headquarters and timely contribute to internal communication and reporting, as required;
• Offer recommendations / develop ideas for communication and public diplomacy activities aimed at increasing the visibility of EU policies related to the Global Gateway investment agenda in the area of food systems and agri-food private sector development;
• Undertake other tasks in line with his/her competencies, as assigned by the Team Leader, and provide appropriate backstopping for absent colleagues.

The base salary will depend on relevant and verified employment experience, typically starting from 2,711,267 RWF. There is a competitive benefits package, subject to certain conditions, including personal leave days and public holidays, health insurances and a retirement savings plan.

The expected start date will be
01/12/2025
.

Minimum requirements / eligibility criteria (necessary for the application to be considered)

• Minimum of University Master's Degree in agriculture or economic development related topics;
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in projects management.
• Demonstrated operational knowledge of and experience with relevant public institutions and/or international organisations and/or civil society organisations relating to agriculture and /or economic/private sector development and/or financial services in agriculture.
• Excellent oral and written command of English (C1 Level).
• Ability to efficiently use standard software packages – at least Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Right to residence and work in Rwanda.

Assets

• A double degree, preferably including one from an internationally accredited university.
• Knowledge of the European Union Global Gateway strategy and development cooperation procedures.
• Familiarity with the EC's financial regulation and procedures.
• Work experience with a European Union Delegation or in project funded by the European Union.
• Experience in private sector development and investment.
• Experience in managing development programmes or working for a development agency.
• Experience in participating in relevant fora and delivering on quality briefs in the areas of agriculture, food security and financial services in agriculture.
• Experience in gender mainstreaming.
• Oral and written Kinyarwanda and/or French (B1).
• Computer literacy enabling a quick adaptability to new software, including the software applications specific to the European Union.

How To Apply
Please submit your
application, consisting of a cover letter and Europass format CV
via the eeasjobs-
(Reference JP/ )
no later than
00:00 21/09/2025
. Only complete applications received on time via eeasjobs- will be considered.

The successful candidate will be subject to a medical check, background check, etc whatever is relevant.

The process
After the deadline for applications, the
eligible
applications will be admitted to the Selection by the Committee set up for this purpose.

Depending on the number of applications received, successive phases of Selection may include shortlisting of candidates based assessment of the information provided in the cover letter, CV, practical testing and interviews. At least 2 best candidates will be invited to the final interview.

Only candidates admitted to each successive selection phase will be contacted individually. The Delegation will use the same means of publication as for this job advertisement to inform the remaining candidates once the recruitment procedure has been completed and that a candidate has (or has not) been recruited.

The Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure. During the selection process, please do not contact the members of the Selection Committee, but address your questions and comments to the Delegation's Administration.

Equal opportunities
The European Union is committed to an equal opportunities policy for all its employees and applicants for employment. As an employer, the EU is committed to promoting gender equality and to preventing discrimination on any grounds. It actively welcomes applications from all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. We aim at a service which is truly representative of society, where each staff member feels respected, is able to give their best and can develop their full potential.