Oversee the full spectrum of assigned duties, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and operational standards. Execute tasks with precision, adhering to established protocols and industry best practices. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to foster synergy and drive project success. Maintain meticulous documentation and reporting upholding transparency and accountability. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency. Monitor performance metrics and provide actionable insights to support data-driven decision-making.
Program Oversight and Management: We will ensure rigorous monitoring, evaluation, and adaptive learning to continuously refine and improve program performance, effectiveness, and outcomes. This includes conducting regular assessments, analyzing data, and implementing evidence-based adjustments to enhance efficiency and impact. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in data interpretation, and a commitment to continuous improvement through feedback and iterative enhancements.
Act as the central liaison between PMU leads and PhD senior leadership, facilitating the seamless exchange of insights, risk assessments, and key strategic determinations throughout the organization.
Collaborate closely with PMU leads in both India and Ethiopia to optimize PMU operations across these regions while facilitating the exchange of best practices and insights between locations.
Collaborate closely with PMU leads in India and Ethiopia to monitor the progress of existing deliverables, providing timely updates to government partners as well as funders. If required, work together to adjust deliverables and targets to align with evolving needs.
Collaborate closely with PMU leads in India and Ethiopia to offer specialized technical assistance in the creation of written documents and visual presentations.
Leveraging collaborative alliances and expansion opportunities, this role focuses on forging and nurturing high-impact strategic partnerships while driving business growth through innovative development strategies.
Collaborate closely with PhD’s senior leadership team—including the CEO, Chief Strategy Officer, and Chief Economist—to craft and refine a cohesive strategic direction for the organization’s government advisory initiatives.
Lead the full lifecycle of new government advisory initiatives, encompassing the identification of opportunities, cultivation of stakeholder relationships, and execution of proposal development, resource allocation, and program implementation.
Build and cultivate strong, strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams, to foster collaboration and drive mutual growth. Oversee the entire relationship lifecycle, from initial engagement to contract execution and ongoing support, ensuring alignment with business objectives and client needs. Analyze performance metrics, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement actionable strategies to enhance satisfaction and retention. Develop and maintain robust communication channels to facilitate transparency and trust while addressing any escalations or challenges promptly.
Government partners are engaged to stimulate interest in government advisory initiatives, such as Digital Agriculture Roadmaps (DAR) and Plus.
Multilateral development finance institutions, including the World Bank, AFDB, ADB, and IFA, are integrating digital agriculture into their extensive funding programs.
Partner with current PhD ecosystem collaborators to uncover avenues for providing strategic guidance to governments and funders, facilitating the growth of public digital agriculture initiatives.
Represent PhD in external engagements, creating compelling written content and presentations that effectively communicate the evidence base and business rationale supporting our government advisory model.
We are seeking an individual to enhance our organizational capabilities by developing and implementing strategies that strengthen operational effectiveness, team performance, and overall efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, the ability to identify process improvements, and a proven track record in fostering a culture of continuous growth and innovation. Responsibilities include designing and delivering training programs, mentoring teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to align development initiatives with business objectives. Additionally, the role requires assessing current capabilities, identifying gaps, and recommending tailored solutions to drive sustainable improvement across the organization.
Develop robust internal systems, structured playbooks, and efficient processes to transform government advisory into a scalable, repeatable service offering within PhD. This includes designing comprehensive onboarding frameworks for new Plus, establishing knowledge-sharing mechanisms across global locations, and defining rigorous quality standards to ensure consistent advisory outputs.
Collaborate closely with PhD’s senior leadership team, comprising the CEO, Chief Strategy Officer, and Chief Economist, as well as staff designated for monitoring and evaluation (M&E) initiatives, to design and implement a comprehensive Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework. This framework will evaluate the effectiveness of PhD’s government advisory programs, measuring both their direct influence on enhancing service delivery for farmers and their indirect contributions through policy support and strategic coordination.
What We’re Looking For:
The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:
Earned a bachelor’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, business (MBA), computer science, data science, or an equivalent discipline.
In addition to thriving in dynamic, high-energy entrepreneurial settings, candidates should possess a minimum of two years of demonstrated expertise in project leadership, program oversight, or business unit management.
Demonstrated success in cultivating strategic partnerships with senior government officials, representatives of multilateral organizations, and other influential stakeholders across low- and middle-income nations.
Individuals must possess robust quantitative analytical capabilities and demonstrate proficiency in leveraging data to derive strategic insights.
Demonstrates a robust expertise in monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) within the realm of international development, with a proven track record of developing and implementing KPI and MEL frameworks.
Proficient English writing, presentation, and verbal communication skills are essential, enabling the conversion of data and findings into impactful narratives tailored for government and donor stakeholders.
A professional must demonstrate versatility in bridging strategy, business development, and execution—spanning from high-level advisory engagements to the development of internal frameworks.
Demonstrated proficiency in meticulous attention to detail is essential, ensuring accuracy and precision in all aspects of the role.
Strong self-motivation and unwavering determination are essential, enabling proactive problem-solving with minimal oversight while navigating ambiguity to consistently meet deliverables within stringent deadlines.
Experienced in leading and collaborating with cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams.
Professionally open to traveling up to 50% of the time across India, Ethiopia, and various countries in Africa and Asia.
Seeking candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, complemented by at least three years of hands-on experience in a comparable role. Ideal applicants will demonstrate strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and proficiency in industry-standard software tools. Prior leadership or project management experience is highly advantageous, as is familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks. Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal, are essential for collaborating across teams and stakeholders.
A master’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, business (MBA), computer science, data science, or a closely related discipline is required.
Individuals applying for this position should possess prior expertise in experimental research methodologies, such as randomized evaluations and the gathering of primary data in developing countries. Additionally, familiarity with the technology or startup sector, agricultural development initiatives, or management consulting is highly advantageous.
Professional experience gained in India, Ethiopia, or other developing nations is required.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
2 years
