Agriculture & Rural Development Jobs in International Development

Agricultural development jobs cover crop improvement, irrigation, value-chain development, and smallholder farmer support. FAO, IFAD, and the World Bank finance large rural-development programmes that hire agronomists, rural economists, and project managers. Many positions are based in country offices across Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and Latin America.

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Procurement Assistant

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Data Specialist

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Programme Assistant

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Finance Assistant

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FAQs — Agriculture & Rural Development jobs in international development

What qualifications do I need for Agriculture & Rural Development jobs in international development?

Most Agriculture & Rural Development positions require a relevant master's degree, 3–7 years of field experience, and strong written English. French or Spanish is often required for francophone Africa or Latin America programmes. Specialised certifications (e.g., WASH engineering, epidemiology) strengthen applications.

Which organisations hire Agriculture & Rural Development specialists?

Key employers for Agriculture & Rural Development roles include UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, WFP, FAO, the World Bank, bilateral donors (USAID, FCDO, GIZ), and international NGOs listed on ReliefWeb. Dev Procure aggregates all their vacancies in one place.

Are Agriculture & Rural Development jobs mostly field-based or HQ-based?

It depends on career stage. Entry to mid-level Agriculture & Rural Development roles tend to be field-based in developing countries; senior advisory, policy, and research positions are more commonly based in Geneva, New York, Washington D.C., or London.