Risk Manager - Contractual

Job Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated professional to support a key agricultural market and risk management project on a contractual basis for one and a half year. The role involves managing risk management in the agriculture sector, implementing hedging and market-based strategies, analyzing cost impacts, preparing strategic reports, and supporting project activities related to commodity markets, price risk management, and farmer empowerment. The Risk Manager will work closely with Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), government bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure the effective execution of the project. Key Responsibilities: Engage in consultations with Farmer Producer Organisations, Farmers, Government officials in agricultural and related departments, exchanges, and other stakeholders of agri supply chain in Maharashtra. Prepare comprehensive strategy, progress, and evaluation reports of project deliverables based on thorough data analysis and stakeholder feedback thoroughly enriched with data visualization, ensuring clarity and relevance. Maintain organized project documentation, progress updates, and ensure timely submission of deliverables. Analyze domestic and international price trends to propose appropriate hedging strategies. Identify, source, and compile relevant datasets (market prices, trades, import-export, mandi arrivals, processing, volume through different trading channels volumes, weather, etc.) and conduct rigorous secondary and primary (survey) data analysis to support project deliverables. Produce high-quality commodity research reports with enriched with data visualization, ensuring clarity and relevance. Identify and address price risk mitigation requirements within FPO systems. Conduct assessments and cost-benefit analyses related to trading, hedging, and market policy initiatives. Design and facilitate training programs and workshops on risk mitigation tools, hedging instruments, and market mechanisms. Skills: Familiarity with both physical and commodity derivatives markets and hedging mechanisms. Demonstrated excellence in technical report writing, policy briefs, and strategic documentation. High level proficiency in MS Excel. Proficiency in data visualisation tools like Power BI, Python, or Tableau. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret both primary (survey-based) and secondary data. Knowledge of agricultural production systems, trade and price dynamics, and market risks. Excellent communication skills. Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and deliver on deadlines.