Seed Coordinator

Muktinath Seed Bank Limited is dedicated to enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability by promoting high-quality seeds, including hybrid, open-pollinated, and climate-resilient varieties. The company aims to strengthen farmer networks, improve seed adoption, and support sustainable crop production. To achieve these goals, a Seed Coordinator will be recruited to drive sales, provide field-based technical support, and collaborate with farmers, cooperatives, and local governments for effective seed distribution and adoption.

Reports to: Operational Manager/ Province Head

Scope of Work / Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote and sell the company’s seed portfolio, including hybrid, open-pollinated, and specialty seed varieties.
• Develop and implement area-specific sales plans in coordination with the Business team.
• Organize marketing campaigns, awareness programs, and seasonal promotions to boost seed sales.
• Conduct regular visits to commercial farms, cooperatives, and progressive farmers.
• Advise farmers on seed selection, planting techniques, crop management, and adaptation to local conditions.
• Troubleshoot field issues related to seed germination, crop establishment, or varietal performance.
• Lead field-level promotion of improved and climate-resilient seed varieties, emphasizing their benefits and application.
• Support farmers transitioning to high-yielding or stress-tolerant seed varieties.
• Organize demonstration plots, result-sharing events, and success stories to showcase seed performance.
• Identify and establish partnerships with agricultural cooperatives, seed producer groups, and local agri-entrepreneurs.
• Facilitate bulk seed procurement, stock management, and distribution at the cooperative level.
• Support cooperatives with seed planning, inventory management, and post-sales services.
• Conduct market assessments and customer profiling to identify seed market growth opportunities.
• Promote farmer literacy on seed quality, varietal benefits, and sustainable farming practices.
• Submit regular reports on sales, field visits, demonstrations, government interactions, and cooperative engagements.