WHY IGNITIA?
The current food system contributes to roughly a quarter of greenhouse gas emissions and is ill-equipped to meet rising global food demand in a socially and environmentally sustainable way. At the same time, small-holder farmers, who produce most of the world’s food, are often amongst the world’s poorest people and most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. We are working to change this.
Ignitia has developed the world’s first and most accurate tropical weather forecasting model to benefit both small-scale farmers and agribusinesses. By providing hyper-local, highly accurate climate and weather information services, farmers can make improved decisions that directly impact yield and productivity. We are a high-tech social enterprise that leverages advanced technologies to provide a unique and valuable means for farmers and organizations in emerging markets to stabilize operations, mitigate risks, and maximize profits.
When you’re part of the team at ignitia, you’ll be tackling the impact of climate change by transforming how farmers in the tropics leverage the weather to improve yields. You’ll do important work, and you’ll be valued and recognized for your performance. With talented managers and inspiring coworkers to support you, you’ll find the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.
ignitia is a low-ego, high-energy environment. We don’t have many layers and we are not into red tape or office politics. We have some of the best minds in meteorology, math and technology working alongside a powerful commercial sales team to change how weather impacts the lives of farmers.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
Ignitia is successfully providing weather forecasting services through a robust portfolio of programs in West Africa and Latin America. In addition to reaching farmers directly through the region’s largest mobile network operators (MNOs), we’re also a service provider to agribusinesses and development organizations. The team is currently seeking a high-energy business development professional to support the Chief Commercial Officer in building upon the existing portfolio of projects and support the development of new business opportunities.
The Junior Business Development (BD) Manager will play a key role in ignitia’s strategy to scale beyond our current 1.3 million farmer customers. The Jr. BD Manager will work very closely with the CCO. S/he will be a dynamic participant in all aspects of business development, taking the lead from the CCO while gaining exposure to the agtech startup, climate smart agriculture, and economic development ecosystems within our current and future footprint. S/he will:
WHO YOU ARE