Leaf Field Officer – British American Tobacco

Leaf Field Officer – British American Tobacco

CTC is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

As a Leaf Field Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our tobacco production targets. You will have the opportunity to work closely with farmers, offering them mentorship and support they need to thrive.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Identify productive areas and farmers to meet tobacco production targets while allocating crop inputs according to agreed operational and financial objectives.
• Provide continuous guidance and training to farmers, ensuring timely support and full loan recovery during the season.
• Manage depot operations, including administration, labour, materials, and the BAT Leaf system.
• Maintain a strong safety culture with zero LTIR, lead field-level EHS initiatives, and ensure full compliance with BAT EH&S policies.
• Accurately collect and report ESG data across the supply chain while encouraging safe working conditions for all farmers.
• Promote sustainability by deploying strategies on biodiversity, natural resource management, and the use of sustainable wood sources.
• Safeguard farmer and worker rights by preventing child or forced labour and promoting fair practices.
• Implement programs on crop diversification, women and youth empowerment, CPA management, and livelihood enhancement in farming communities

What are we looking for?

• BSc in Agriculture/Diploma in Agriculture or any other relevant qualification
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in the field of Agriculture
• Sound communication and influencing skills and the ability to effectively collaborate internally and externally

• Knowledge on EH&S Policies, Guidelines and Best Practices

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn’t limited by boundaries; it’s propelled by your aspirations. Join us at CTC and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn’t just a statement – it’s a reality we’re eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN CTC?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at CTC. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at CTC. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.