IFDC Executive and Leadership Team

Henk van Duijn, the President & Chief Executive Officer at IFDC, directs the overarching strategic vision for global agricultural development. Van Duijn architects long-term initiatives focused on soil fertility and crop nutrition, ensuring alignment with the mission to improve agricultural productivity in tropical regions. By engaging with international stakeholders and policy makers, the President & Chief Executive Officer secures resources for large-scale project implementation. This leadership role involves constant evaluation of market development strategies to maximize impact for smallholder farmers. Henk van Duijn maintains rigorous oversight of organizational performance, driving growth through scientific research and technological innovation. Through the coordination of cross-functional teams, the President & Chief Executive Officer fosters a culture of excellence. Ultimately, Van Duijn ensures the organization remains at the forefront of sustainable agricultural solutions, delivering measurable improvements in food security across diverse geographic markets.

John Allgood, the Chief Operating Officer at IFDC, manages the execution of complex agricultural projects and field operations. Allgood optimizes internal processes to ensure efficient delivery of fertilizer technology and micronutrient research programs. By streamlining project implementation workflows, the Chief Operating Officer enhances the operational capacity of teams working in tropical regions. This role requires close collaboration with the executive leadership to translate strategic goals into actionable field-level outcomes. John Allgood monitors performance metrics across all active projects, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and resource allocation. Through the management of technical support systems, the Chief Operating Officer supports the scaling of farmer mechanization efforts. Allgood drives operational excellence by maintaining high standards for project delivery and compliance. Ultimately, the Chief Operating Officer secures the operational foundation necessary for the organization to achieve its mission of improving soil fertility and crop nutrition globally.

Abdoul Boly, the Global Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Operations (Dcoo) & Manager, Facilities at IFDC, oversees the physical infrastructure and logistical support systems essential for research operations. Boly directs facility management protocols to ensure safe and efficient environments for micronutrient research and fertilizer technology development. By coordinating global logistics, the Global Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Operations (Dcoo) & Manager, Facilities enables the seamless movement of resources to project sites in tropical regions. This role involves managing capital assets and maintaining compliance with international safety standards. Abdoul Boly collaborates with operational teams to optimize the use of laboratory and field equipment. Through the strategic planning of facility upgrades, the Global Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Operations (Dcoo) & Manager, Facilities supports the long-term sustainability of research activities. Boly ensures that all physical resources align with the broader organizational mission. Ultimately, the Global Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Operations (Dcoo) & Manager, Facilities provides the critical infrastructure foundation for agricultural innovation.

Jill Alittle, the Chief Human Resources Officer at IFDC, architects the talent strategy required to support global agricultural research and development. Alittle directs recruitment, professional development, and organizational culture initiatives to attract experts in soil science and market development. By implementing robust human capital frameworks, the Chief Human Resources Officer ensures the workforce remains aligned with the mission of improving crop nutrition. This leadership role involves designing compensation and benefits structures that support a diverse, international team. Jill Alittle fosters an environment of continuous learning, enabling staff to tackle complex challenges in tropical agricultural systems. Through the oversight of performance management systems, the Chief Human Resources Officer drives accountability and professional growth across all departments. Alittle maintains a focus on employee engagement to sustain high levels of productivity. Ultimately, the Chief Human Resources Officer builds the organizational capacity needed to deliver impactful agricultural solutions worldwide.