Innovation and Resilience Associate

Responsibilities

• Innovations & Product Development Design and test new products and services that improve farmer livelihoods, focusing on impact, feasibility, and scale. Lead field trials and contribute to Tubura's broader impact strategy in close collaboration with other teams.
• Insurance & Resilience Guide the development of microinsurance products that reflect the needs of smallholder farmers. Lead research efforts, engage directly with farmers, and work alongside field teams to ensure products are accessible, trusted, and adopted. Build partnerships with insurers, tech providers, NGOs, and government partners to support delivery.
• Operations & Project Management Develop strategic plans and clear workstreams to bring new ideas from pilot to scale. Strengthen operational systems and distribution networks for both agricultural and financial products, ensuring alignment between design and delivery.
• Impact & Learning Measure the success of new products through both qualitative and quantitative methods. Use tools like Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets), Stata, or R to analyze data and inform decision-making. Ensure lessons are shared and integrated into future designs.
• Team Leadership Mentor junior staff, supporting their growth while fostering inclusive, team culture.