Required Qualifications:**

• Master’s degree in Agriculture Agroecology, Environmental Science, Development Studies, or a related field.

• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in programme management within the NGO or development sector.

• Proven experience in supporting agroecology or sustainable food systems projects in

Required Skills and Competencies:****

Technical Skills.****

• Strong understanding of Results-Based Management (RBM), Theory of Change, and advanced M&E tools.

• Exceptional technical writing skills with a track record of producing successful donor reports and policy briefs.

• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills to engage with high-level continental stakeholders and local farming communities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, and digital data collection tools.

• Strong commitment to environmental stewardship, inclusivity (gender and youth), and

Behavioural Skills**

• Excellent coordination and time management

• Strong interpersonal communication and stakeholder engagement

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across

Programme planning and implementation support**

• Liasing with with HoP, assist Thematic Leads and Managers in developing detailed Annual Work Plans (AWP) and budgets aligned with the six Strategic Objectives of BvAT 2025–2028 Strategic Plan (SP).

• Track the implementation of project activities to ensure they remain on schedule and within the approved budget.

• Support the development of bankable interventions in sustainable agriculture for smallholder farmers, youth, and women.

• Coordinate with Country Partners to ensure regional projects (East, West, and Southern Africa) are harmonized with BvAT’s core mission.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)****

• Work closely with the MEAL Officer to track progress against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as the number of farmers adopting AE practices or increases in household income.

• Support the implementation of the integrated digital MEAL system to facilitate real-time data collection and adaptive management.

• Assist in organizing and facilitating Mid-Term Reviews and Final Evaluations to document cumulative impact and lessons learned.

• Collect and synthesize data for learning products, including case studies and success stories, to reinforce trust in AE/EOA as viable solutions.

Representation and stakeholder engagement****

• Support BvAT’s representation in national and continental networks for agroecology promotion.

• Assist in convening multi-stakeholder platforms, roundtables, and policy dialogues to advocate for the mainstreaming of AE/EOA principles in national budgets and frameworks.

• Maintain active dialogue with a diverse network of partner institutions, research centres, and civil society organizations.

Donor reporting and resource mobilization****

• Draft high-quality technical and progress reports for donors ensuring compliance with specific reporting templates and timelines.

• Support the Partnerships and Business Development unit in identifying funding opportunities and drafting technical proposals for new grants.

• Maintain a repository of project data and evidence-based impact reports to support the organization’s growth aspirations.

Research and knowledge management****

• Support the Research/KM Manager in synthesizing research findings into farmer- friendly materials (manuals, infographics, videos).

• Assist in managing BvAT’s digital knowledge-sharing platforms and ensure they are accessible to farmers and practitioners.

Working Relationships:****

• Internal Relationships: Executive Director, Head of Programme, **Partnerships and Business Development team, MEAL Officer, Project Managers and all other BvAT staff.

• External Relationships: Country Implementing Partners of EOA programmes, Organic Agriculture member organisations, National Organic Agriculture movements and donor’s, partners and consultants.