Manager: Grower Programmes / Agricultural Development Manager

Employment Type: Permanent

A leading development finance institution within the agricultural sector is seeking a Manager: Grower Programmes to drive the development and implementation of farmer support initiatives aimed at strengthening agricultural value chains and improving the sustainability of emerging and developing farmers.

• Develop and implement grower programmes that support the growth and sustainability of farmers across selected agricultural commodities.
• Establish and manage relationships with off-takers, aggregators, and key stakeholders within the agricultural ecosystem.
• Facilitate farmer development initiatives that improve market access and operational sustainability.
• Support the implementation of pre- and post-investment farmer support programmes for funded agricultural clients.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop integrated farmer development strategies.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen partnerships with government departments, development finance institutions, and agricultural organisations.

• Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in agriculture, specifically in agronomy, grower support, or farmer development programmes.
• At least 3 years’ experience at management level.
• Strong understanding of agricultural operations, value chains, and farmer development initiatives.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement within the agricultural ecosystem.

• Grower programme development and implementation
• Agricultural stakeholder management
• Farmer development and technical support
• Strategic partnership development

If you have a passion for supporting the growth and sustainability of the agricultural sector, we invite you to apply.