AGRA Technical Officer, FOLU Jobs in Kenya
AGRA Technical Officer, FOLU Jobs in Kenya
Role SummaryThe FOLU Technical Officer will be responsible for developing the Food and Land Use Coalition’s (FOLU) Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) work program.
This will involve program management, research and implementation skills.
The Technical Officer will be responsible for leading the FOLU SSA program development in partnership with AGRA, conducting research and generating evidence to make the case for a transition to sustainable food and land use systems and also for providing strategic insight and advice to FOLU partners delivering projects on-the-ground.
The role will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel, approximately 20% per year.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the FOLU SSA program development in partnership with AGRA, including working towards the creation of an operational model to carry out activities in Kenya, Ghana and the DRC.
Develop a funding pipeline and mapping out potential donors in SSA who are aligned with the FOLU aspired outcomes.
Conduct research and generate evidence to make the case for a transition to sustainable food and land use systems.
Design a research program aligned with FOLU and AGRA strategy.
Conduct in-house research and analysis, commission pieces and coordinate inputs from across partners and the FOLU Research team to generate evidence linked to key aspects of a sustainable transformation of food and land use.
Deliver in-house research and analysis through a combination of field trips, desktop research, interviews, database analysis and modelling, depending on the needs of each project.
Communicate the case for change through collaboration
Translating research into compelling communications materials, aligned to key frameworks (e.g., Malabo Declaration) and priorities of influential stakeholders (including policymakers, African Union delegates, UNECA officials and others).
Draft briefing papers for policymakers, speech notes for African Union Commissioners, strategic advice for FOLU Ambassadors and potential partners, and more.
Providing strategic food and land use insights and advice to AGRA partners and grantees delivering projects on-the-ground.
Identify opportunities to apply an integrated approach
into the delivery of positive environmental, social and economic benefits within AGRA programme and partner projects.
Facilitate introductions to collaborators that can help to bring a more systemic approach to a problem and share case studies and best practice to equip and inspire those delivering projects on-the-ground.
Academic, Professional Qualifications and Relevant experience
A Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Ecological Studies, Environmental and or Land Management, Development/Policy or related disciplines
A relevant Doctorate degree will be an added advantage
Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience, primarily in Africa
At least five (5) years at a senior-Level experience designing and implementing programs and/or policy and regulatory reform in a relevant sector
Experience in environment, land management, food systems initiatives in a similar environment will be an added advantage
Experience developing and managing complex initiatives with proven ability to develop high impact partnerships
Experience in building coalitions or networks of organizations
Thoroughly familiar with and experience in working with R&D and analytics houses
Analytical, research, excellent data mining ability
Ability to influence, develop, and empower others to achieve team goals and objectives
Deep understanding of both the government and private sector policies and governance structures
Results and detail orientated with a hands-on approach
Excellent problem solving/decision making skills
Motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and work ethic
Fluency in English required; ability to communicate in French will be an advantage
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; AGRA Technical Officer, FOLU Jobs in Kenya
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