Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA): 6 Consulting Opportunities Across Africa
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) is seeking experienced professionals to support its mission of catalyzing inclusive agricultural transformation across the continent. A uniquely African-led institution, AGRA empowers millions of smallholder farmers by strengthening the agricultural value chain—from seeds and soil to markets and nutrition—while ensuring environmental sustainability.
AGRA’s work is underpinned by partnerships with governments, private sector actors, and development organizations, and it continues to receive significant backing from institutions like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Rockefeller Foundation, and the IKEA Foundation.
With its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, and regional offices across ten African countries, AGRA is now recruiting for several consulting positions in Kenya, Rwanda, Zambia, and South Sudan. These roles are critical to advancing policy, gender inclusion, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience in agriculture.
Below is a detailed summary of the open roles, including eligibility requirements, responsibilities, and deadlines.
1. Climate Policy Expert – Kenya
Deadline: August 12, 2025
AGRA seeks a Climate Policy Expert to support the integration and uptake of Climate Vulnerability Mapping and Risk Analysis into national planning processes in Kenya. The consultant will work closely with government partners, civil society, and AGRA’s technical teams to ensure data-driven, climate-resilient agricultural policies.
Key Requirements:
- Advanced degree in Climate Policy, Environmental Science, Agricultural Economics, or a related field
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in climate change adaptation or policy development
- Proven track record of working with government institutions on climate integration
- Excellent knowledge of climate vulnerability mapping and GIS tools
2. Individual Consultant – Support to NAEB (Rwanda)
Deadline: August 18, 2025
AGRA is looking for an individual consultant to support the National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) in Rwanda, with a focus on policy development, stakeholder engagement, and capacity strengthening to enhance the country’s agricultural export strategies.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, International Trade, or related disciplines
- Demonstrated experience in agricultural export development and public-private partnership facilitation
- Experience working with government agencies and donor-funded projects in Rwanda or East Africa
3. Gender Consultant – Zambia
Deadline: August 11, 2025
This consulting opportunity aims to disseminate findings from AGRA’s Climate Vulnerability Mapping and Risk Analysis for adaptation planning with a strong gender lens. The consultant will lead stakeholder engagement, policy recommendations, and community-level advocacy.
Key Requirements:
- Degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, or Environmental Policy
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in gender mainstreaming within climate or agricultural development
- Strong facilitation skills and experience working with grassroots women’s groups
- Familiarity with Zambia’s agricultural policy landscape is highly desirable
4. Gender Consultant – Kenya
Deadline: August 11, 2025
In a similar role to the Zambia posting, this consultant will lead gender-focused dissemination and uptake of climate risk and vulnerability data in Kenya. Emphasis will be placed on ensuring that national adaptation plans address the distinct needs and contributions of women in agriculture.
Key Requirements:
- Advanced degree in Gender Studies, Climate Policy, or Rural Development
- At least 5 years of experience working on gender and climate change programs
- Understanding of Kenyan agricultural systems and gender policy frameworks
- Ability to translate complex data into actionable community messages
5. Individual Consultant – Review of South Sudan’s Seeds and Plant Varieties Bill
Deadline: August 13, 2025
AGRA invites applications from experienced legal and policy experts to review and validate the Seeds and Plant Varieties Bill of 2021 in South Sudan. The objective is to ensure alignment with regional and international best practices for seed system regulation.
Key Requirements:
- Degree in Law, Agricultural Policy, or related field
- Deep understanding of seed regulation systems and international seed treaties (e.g., UPOV, ITPGRFA)
- Experience working in post-conflict or fragile state contexts
- Excellent policy drafting and legal analysis skills
6. Individual Consultant – Rwanda (Avocado Carbon Credit Program)
Deadline: August 8, 2025
This position is focused on the registration of households with avocado plantations as part of a larger effort to build a carbon credit generation program. The consultant will carry out field assessments, data verification, and community sensitization.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, or Climate Finance
- Practical experience in carbon credit certification processes and verification methodologies
- Fluency in Kinyarwanda and familiarity with the local farming systems is a plus
- Demonstrated capacity to work with rural communities on climate-smart agriculture
Why AGRA?
Since its inception in 2006, AGRA has played a central role in transforming African agriculture by building resilient food systems, enabling evidence-based policy change, and improving market access for smallholder farmers. The institution has received support from global partners such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC).
AGRA also actively convenes stakeholders through regional platforms such as the Africa Food Systems Forum, and continues to support regenerative agriculture initiatives in Kenya and beyond.
How to Apply
Interested consultants should visit AGRA’s official website to access the full terms of reference (ToRs) for each opportunity. All applications must be submitted by the stated deadlines and include a cover letter, updated CV, and relevant supporting documents.
These opportunities are open to qualified individuals with relevant sector experience, particularly those based in Africa or with deep understanding of African agricultural systems and climate realities. AGRA encourages applications from women, local consultants, and individuals with proven experience working at the intersection of agriculture, policy, gender, and climate change.
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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the hiring organization. For any inquiries, please contact the Agra directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
