Key Responsibilities:

1. State-Level Project Implementation

- Lead the implementation of AgriNext project activities across assigned districts and FPO clusters.
- Develop and execute state-level implementation plans aligned with project objectives, milestones, and timelines.
- Ensure timely delivery of project activities and achievement of state-level targets and outcomes.
- Monitor field implementation, identify operational challenges, and facilitate timely resolution.
- Coordinate with the Project Lead and central teams to ensure effective implementation, coordination, and reporting.

2. FPO Onboarding & Engagement

- Lead and support the identification, assessment, and onboarding of FPOs in line with project selection criteria.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with FPO Boards, CEOs, staff, and farmer members.
- Drive active FPO participation in project activities, capacity-building initiatives, trainings, and digital advisory systems.
- Support FPOs in strengthening:
- Farmer mobilisation and engagement;
- Digital adoption and utilisation;
- Business planning and institutional capacity;
- Market linkages and commercial opportunities; and
- Adoption of sustainable agriculture practices.

3. Stakeholder Coordination & Partnerships Build and manage relationships with government departments, agricultural universities, NGOs, agri-tech partners, market actors, and other relevant stakeholders at the state level.

Facilitate convergence with relevant agriculture, rural development, and allied government schemes and programmes.

Represent AgriNext in state-level meetings, workshops, consultations, and ecosystem forums.

Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships that contribute to project scale, impact, and sustainability.

4. Team Management & Capacity Building

Supervise, mentor, and support field coordinators, programme associates, and district-level teams.

Ensure effective field planning, regular field visits, review meetings, and performance monitoring.

Build the capacity of FPO staff, farmer leaders, and field teams on project interventions, digital tools, and relevant agricultural practices.

Foster a collaborative,



accountable, and results-oriented team culture.

5. Digital Agriculture & Farmer Advisory

Lead and support the deployment, adoption, and effective utilisation of digital advisory platforms and AI-enabled agricultural extension systems.

Drive onboarding and active engagement of farmers and FPOs on relevant digital platforms.

Monitor platform usage, adoption, engagement, and user feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.

Coordinate with technical and product teams to address implementation challenges and strengthen user adoption.

6. Monitoring, Documentation & Reporting

Track project implementation and progress against state-level targets, milestones, and KPIs.

Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of project records, farmer data, FPO information, and activity reports.

Contribute to the preparation of donor reports, progress updates, success stories, and case studies.

Document field-level insights, lessons learned, innovations, and emerging challenges to inform project adaptation and scale-up.

Experience, Qualification & Skills required:

Educational Qualifications & Experience:

- Relevant degree in Agriculture, Rural Management, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Development Studies, or related disciplines.
- 10 plus years of relevant experience in agriculture development, FPO/FPC strengthening, rural livelihoods, agri-tech, climate-smart agriculture, or value-chain development.
- Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, state level & multi stakeholder development projects.
- Proven experience in building and managing partnerships with Central and State Government agencies, donor organizations, private sector partners, and development institutions.
- Strong understanding of extension systems, FPO ecosystems,



agricultural value chains, and rural markets.
- Experience with digital agriculture, AI-enabled advisory platforms, and the design or scaling of AI-driven applications for agriculture will be a distinct advantage.
- Experience working with international donors, government-funded programs, or public-private partnerships is desirable.

Required Skills & Competencies

- Robust project coordination, planning, and implementation skills.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage field teams effectively.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and operational management capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in dynamic, field-based environments.
- Strong analytical, reporting, documentation, and data management skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively across the assigned state.

About the Project The AgriNext Alliance is a multi-stakeholder partnership platform designed to scale AI-powered agricultural advisory and service delivery to up to 5 million smallholder farmers across Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and one additional state (Karnataka or Madhya Pradesh). Anchored by Digital Green’s FarmerChat platform, the Alliance aims to improve farm productivity, resilience, and incomes by connecting farmers to localized advisory, proven agricultural services, and market opportunities through digital and partner-led delivery channels. At least 45% of participating farmers will be women. AgriNext Alliance represents an opportunity to build one of India’s largest farmer-centric digital ecosystems, demonstrating how technology, partnerships, and evidence-based approaches can drive inclusive and sustainable agricultural transformation at scale.

Duration:

32 months

Location

: Andhra Pradesh

Reports To

: Project Head - AgriNext Alliance

Apply by sending your resume or LinkedIn profile to [email protected] with the subject line:

“Application for Sr. Project Manager - AgriNext Alliance”

📌 Sr. Project Manager - AgriNext Alliance - Andhra Pradesh
🏢 Digital Green India
📍 Andhra Pradesh