Assistant Leaf Officer, Lalmonirhat

About the Role

British American Tobacco Bangladesh is looking for an Assistant Leaf Officer to support leaf growing and buying activities in Lalmonirhat. The role focuses on farmer engagement, agricultural field operations, leaf quality, sustainability, and field team development.

Key Responsibilities

Leaf Growing & Agricultural Operations

• Execute leaf growing and buying activities to achieve volume, quality, and sustainability objectives.
• Drive agronomy, crop management, soil fertility, curing, and grading initiatives.
• Manage agricultural input distribution and farmer support programs.
• Execute leaf buying operations while maintaining quality, pricing, grading, and compliance standards.

Farmer Engagement & Field Support

• Build strong partnerships with farmers through training, technical support, and extension services.
• Support farmers in adopting appropriate agricultural practices.
• Build effective relationships with farmers, government agencies, and local communities.

Team Management

• Lead and develop Field Technicians to ensure effective field execution.
• Support the adoption of best agricultural practices across field operations.

Sustainability & Safety

• Support ESG initiatives, including afforestation and responsible agricultural practices.
• Promote a strong Environment, Health & Safety culture across field operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Botany, Forestry, Soil Science, or a related discipline.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of crop management, agronomy, and sustainable farming practices.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship building skills.
• Ability to lead and develop field based teams.
• Strong problem solving and decision making capabilities.
• Proactive and results driven approach.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to live and work in rural locations as required.

What BAT Offers

• Hands on experience in agricultural operations, farmer engagement, and sustainability initiatives.
• Opportunities to work closely with farming communities and external stakeholders.
• Exposure to large scale field operations and supply chain activities.
• A dynamic environment focused on innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• Learning and career development opportunities within a global organization.