As we expand, we are looking for a motivated and entrepreneurial Junior International Development Specialist to join our growing team. This role will work closely with Yannick, Head of International Development to drive the expansion of Soil Capital into new countries, with a focus on Europe and Latin America. The successful candidate will play a critical role in market research, project management, and stakeholder engagement, contributing directly to the growth of our impact globally.

Your role and responsibilities

• Market Entry Coordination

  • Ensure a series of essential steps are completed to enable the launch of Soil Capital initiatives in new countries.

  • Collaborate on the design and execution of market entry plans.

• Market Development Support

  • Monitor and address ongoing market development needs in target countries.

  • Provide regular updates and recommendations to support strategic decisions.

• Market Research

  • Conduct detailed market studies to evaluate the potential of target countries, including Central/Eastern Europe and Latin America.

  • Analyse market development, regulatory environments, and competitive landscapes.

• Event Representation

  • Attend industry events in focus countries to represent Soil Capital and build local relationships.

  • Share insights from events to inform strategy and execution.

• Reporting and Communication

  • Prepare concise and insightful reports, presentations, and updates for internal and external stakeholders.

What about you?

• Education and Experience

  • Master’s degree in Business, Agronomy Engineering or equivalent professional experience.

  • 2-3 years of experience in project management, business development or a related role.

  • International experience and knowledge of the agricultural sector are highly valued.

• Skills

  • Strong project management and analytical abilities.

  • Clear and effective communication skills with excellent reporting capabilities.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently.

• Languages

  • Fluent in English (mandatory).

  • Professional proficiency in Spanish (highly valued).

  • Portuguese is a plus.

• Personal Attributes

  • Passionate about sustainable development and regenerative agriculture.

  • Curious, proactive, and driven by a growth mindset.

  • Collaborative with a positive and benevolent attitude.

In order to find the perfect match, we have set up a comprehensive hiring process to give you the opportunity to get to know all the key contributors to the role. Between each step, you’ll always receive feedback:

1. People interview (30 min) with Charlotte, Talent Acquisition Specialist, to get to know you more

2. Hiring lead interview (45 min) with Yannick, Head of International Expansion, to go much more in depth into the role

3. Technical interview (1 hour) to evaluate the technical aspects - you will receive more details during the interviews

4. Last interview (15 to 30 min) with Guillaume, COO

5. And references check