Innovation Analyst

Why you matter:

At Babban Gona, we believe the future of agriculture lies in empowering the millions of smallholder farmers who feed our continent. Our mission is bold: to make farming more profitable for smallholders and create dignified work at scale.

At Babban Gona, your unique talents and drive are that crucial seed. You don’t just do a job here; you directly contribute to a flourishing future for smallholder farmers and their communities. Your skills aren’t just tasks; they’re the very tools we use to innovate, to build trust, and to create tangible, life-changing value where it’s needed most. You matter because the impact you can make here is real, visible, and deeply important.

As an Innovation Analyst, you’re not just filling a role; you’re helping reimagine how agriculture can work for Africa. Your insights, analysis, and ideas will help design the next generation of solutions that lift families out of poverty and shape the future of rural prosperity.

Why this role matters:

Innovation is the engine that powers Babban Gona’s impact. In this role, you’ll help identify, assess, and support the development of transformative ideas; from product pilots to process improvements.

Your work directly fuels Babban Gona’s growth. You’ll be instrumental in identifying what value we create, how we deliver it more effectively to farmers and members (that’s our “Value Delivery”!), and spotting new ways to expand our harvest. You’re not just following a map; you’re helping us draw it, discovering new fertile ground, and nurturing the systems that make our farm flourish!

You will:

• Conduct rigorous research and data analysis to uncover trends, gaps, and opportunities.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype, test, and scale innovative models.

• Translate complex problems into clear insights to guide decision-making at the leadership level.

• Track pilot performance, generate learnings, and recommend pivot points.

Your work will directly influence how we serve our members better, faster, and more sustainably.

Requirements

Who thrives here: Your Strength in this Field.

We’re cultivating change, and that takes a special kind of talent-like a skilled farmer tending a prize-winning crop. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re intellectually curious, action-oriented, and passionate about solving real-world problems. We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools is a plus).

• Experience in innovation, strategy, consulting, or product development.

• A degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field (Master’s is a plus).

• Excellent communication and storytelling skills-you can turn data into decisions.

• The humility to learn and the courage to challenge the status quo.

Here’s what helps you flourish in our field:

• Naturally Curious & Observant: You ask the right questions, dig deep into data, and look beyond the surface.

• Experimental & Adaptive: Innovation demands iteration. You’re not afraid to try something new, take smart risks, and adapt based on what you learn.

• Systematic & Impact-Oriented: You see how small improvements compound across a system.

• Collaborative & People-Centric: You know no field is cultivated alone. You work well with others-earning trust, communicating clearly, and embracing the perspectives of farmers, colleagues, and stakeholders alike.

• Driven & Resilient: Mission fuels your motivation. You know the path to change can be unpredictable, but your roots run deep.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Health Insurance

• Pension

• Performance Bonus

• Annual paid vacation

• Group Life Insurance