Jobseeker

Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Required

5–8 years of experience in research, advisory, or program design roles with a meaningful focus on food systems, agriculture, or climate resilience in sub-Saharan Africa or comparable contexts.
Deep expertise in qualitative research methods — IDIs, FGDs, thematic analysis, and synthesis with strong fieldwork experience in low-resource settings.
Demonstrated ability to manage senior client and partner relationships with confidence, clarity, and professional maturity.
Proven track record leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects from inception to delivery.
Strong analytical and synthesis skills, you can turn messy qualitative data into a crisp, defensible argument.
Excellent written and verbal communication in English; able to write for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Social Sciences, Development Studies, Agricultural Economics, Public Policy, or related).
Strongly Preferred

Master’s degree in a relevant field.
Experience applying behavioral science formally or informally to agricultural extension, climate adaptation, or food value chains.
Familiarity with quantitative methods and data analysis tools (Stata, R, or Python); comfort interpreting quantitative findings even if not the primary analyst.
Experience with experimental or quasi-experimental designs (RCTs, difference-in-differences, etc.) as a research lead or collaborator.
Existing networks within the East or West African food systems or climate finance ecosystem.