Re-advertisement Advisor, Agriculture and Food

3 months ago


Johannesburg, South Africa AUDA-NEPAD Full time

The African Union Development Agency invites applicants who are citizens of African Union Member States for the post of **Advisor, Agriculture and Food Systems**.**

Under the supervision of the Director of Agriculture, Food Systems and Environmental Sustainability, the Advisor, Agriculture, and Food Systems will lead the strategic planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of agriculture and food systems programs. The role focuses on enhancing sustainable agricultural practices, improving food security, and promoting innovative solutions to agricultural challenges within the context of the implementation of the CAADP framework and the Agenda 2026 Second Ten-Year Implementation Plan. The incumbent will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including member states, non-state actors and the private sector, to drive initiatives that align with AUDA-NEPAD’s mission and goals.

**Required Skills and Competencies**
- Ability to communicate clearly links between the Organization's strategy and the work unit's goals.
- Ability to anticipate and resolve conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions and consistently drive for change and improvements.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of the African development dynamic, the African Union, and AUDA-NEPAD.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead teams to deliver solutions and solve organisational challenges while drawing on global best practices in the discipline.
- Excellent strategic visioning, planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, and reporting skills.
- High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment and energy.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions.
- Excellent computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, SAP ERP) essential.
- Good organisation, planning, and time management skills.

**Qualifications And Experience**
- Project or programme management/administration.
- Leading the development and implementation of successful programmes in agricultural productivity, sustainability, food and nutrition security fields.

Or
- Project or programme management/administration.
- Leading the development and implementation of successful programmes in agricultural productivity, sustainability, food, and nutrition security fields.

Applications should be forwarded utilizing ‘’Arial’’ font 11.5: To apply, please submit the following:
a. A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the African Union Development Agency
b. A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age, and gender.
d. Certified copies of degrees and diplomas

**Applications** **must be received not later than **Monday, 04 November 2024**. to apply:



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