Executive/Senior Executive – Regulatory Affairs (Pesticide Licensing)

✔ Age: Maximum 35 years.

Educational Requirements

✔ Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or Master's degree (MS) in Entomology, Plant Pathology, or Agrochemistry.

Experience Requirements

✔ Executive: 1–3 years of relevant professional experience.

✔ Senior Executive: 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.

✔ Practical experience in pesticide registration, licensing, or regulatory compliance in Bangladesh will be strongly preferred.

✔ Working knowledge of the Pesticide Act 2018, the applicable Rules, and registration and licensing procedures of the Plant Protection Wing, Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE), will be considered a significant advantage.

✔ Candidates with a strong technical background in crop protection and a genuine interest in regulatory affairs may also be considered for the Executive position.

Role Overview

ifarmer is looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Regulatory Affairs Professional to join its Agri Input Operations team at the Head Office, primarily focusing on pesticide registration and licensing.

The selected candidate will oversee the acquisition, maintenance, and renewal of product registrations, licenses, and permits required for the import, trading, and distribution of pesticides in Bangladesh. The role is also responsible for ensuring that ifarmer's crop protection product portfolio complies with the Pesticide Act 2018, the Pesticide Rules, and other applicable government regulations.

This position will serve as the key liaison between ifarmer, its suppliers, the Plant Protection Wing of the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE), and other relevant regulatory authorities.

Key Job Responsibilities

1. Pesticide Product Registration

✔ Prepare, organize, and submit registration dossiers for new pesticide products, including processing renewals and amendments of existing registrations through the Plant Protection Wing, DAE.

✔ Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, and principals to collect essential technical and legal documents, including product specifications, Certificates of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Letters of Authorization, and Free Sale Certificates.

✔ Arrange and follow up on bio-efficacy trials, residue analysis, toxicological assessments, and other technical evaluations required for product registration in coordination with relevant technical committees and research institutions.

✔ Ensure product labels, packaging materials, and leaflets are prepared and submitted for approval in accordance with applicable regulatory standards.

2. Licensing & Permits

✔ Handle the application, renewal, and ongoing maintenance of pesticide import, dealership, and trading licenses, along with other permits necessary for business operations.

✔ Prepare and process import permissions and relevant documentation for pesticide consignments.

✔ Coordinate with Procurement, Supply Chain, and Clearing & Forwarding (C&F) teams to ensure smooth import clearance and prevent unnecessary delays.

✔ Maintain an updated tracking system for all pesticide registrations, licenses, and permits, including validity periods and advance renewal reminders.

3. Regulatory Compliance

✔ Stay informed about changes in pesticide-related laws, regulations, government notifications, product bans, and official circulars, and evaluate their potential impact on the company's product portfolio and sourcing strategies.

✔ Ensure that pesticide importation, storage, handling, distribution, and sales activities comply with applicable regulatory and safety requirements.

✔ Assist with internal compliance assessments and coordinate preparations for inspections and audits conducted by regulatory authorities.

4. Stakeholder Liaison, Documentation & Reporting

✔ Establish and maintain professional working relationships with DAE offices and other relevant government authorities.

✔ Regularly follow up on application progress, registration approvals, license renewals, and regulatory matters.

✔ Provide regulatory advice and support to Procurement, Sales, and Legal teams regarding new product introductions and sourcing decisions.

✔ Maintain systematic regulatory documentation and a centralized repository to ensure easy access to records and audit readiness.

✔ Prepare periodic management reports covering product registrations, licenses, renewals, application progress, and potential compliance risks.

✔ Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities assigned by management from time to time.