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Sector Lead – Agriculture Food Systems, BangaloreGround Zero • Karnataka, India
Sector Lead – Agriculture Food Systems, Bangalore

Sector Lead – Agriculture Food Systems, Bangalore

Ground Zero • Karnataka, India
29 days ago
Job description
Role: Manager / Senior Manager – Agriculture & Food Systems Experience: 15-20 years Salary: upto 33 LPA _________________________________________________ About the role: Our organization is seeking a Sector Lead – Agriculture & Food Systems to lead high-impact accelerator programs focused on agriculture, land restoration, and nature-based solutions. This role will drive startup acceleration, technical assistance, go-to-market strategy execution, and ecosystem partnerships. The individual will work closely with startups, FPOs, investors, and government stakeholders to build scalable, market-ready enterprises delivering measurable social and environmental impact. Key Responsibilities Acceleration & Enterprise Support Lead and execute agriculture-focused accelerator programs. Provide hands-on technical assistance to startups to strengthen product-market fit and accelerate sales. Support enterprises in refining business models, scaling operations, and achieving impact goals. Work closely with FPOs and intermediaries to validate and strengthen enterprise models. Lead technical and commercial pilots to demonstrate on-ground viability and scalability. Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement Build and manage relationships with startups, impact investors, research bodies, FPO networks, and relevant government agencies. Facilitate collaborations to unlock financing, market access, and growth opportunities. Data, Insights & Communication Generate program insights through field visits, enterprise performance tracking, and data analysis. Develop high-quality reports for donors and partners. Support program visibility through ecosystem communication, content creation, and stakeholder updates. Team Leadership Lead and mentor a small team, ensuring strong execution, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration. Required Qualifications & Skills: Masters degree in Agriculture, Agri-business, Agri-finance, Economics, or related fields. 15–20 years of experience in agriculture, rural sales/marketing, agri-business, impact investing, or social entrepreneurship. Proven track record of managing complex, field-driven projects with measurable outcomes. Strong understanding of rural markets, financing models, and enterprise development. Excellent stakeholder management and partnership-building skills. Strong analytical and data interpretation abilities. Financial acumen (understanding financial statements/investment structures) is an added advantage. High ownership, entrepreneurial mindset, and strong communication skills. Hiring Note : Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Feb 16, 2026 on Ground Zero For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp chat: +91-8058331557
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