Agribusiness and Livelihoods Advisor

About this role

An Agribusiness and Livelihoods Advisor role based in Abuja, focused on providing technical guidance and advisory support to projects to advance youth and women participation in agriculture and agribusiness value chains. The position works with project managers, partners and stakeholders to implement activities, strengthen market linkages and foster youth empowerment in targeted counties.

What you would do

• Lead delivery of sustainability and inclusive livelihood strategies to engage youth and women as entrepreneurs, employees or job creators.
• Coordinate agribusiness development activities at cluster level with emphasis on facilitation, market linkages, services and enterprise development.
• Contribute to planning and reporting for livestock and horticulture value chains and market system activities.
• Conduct sector assessments and market analyses to identify agribusiness opportunities for rural young women.
• Develop and implement annual activity plans aligned with project targets, monitor progress and address challenges.
• Strengthen partner capacities and support youth empowerment activities through coaching and market readiness initiatives.

What they are asking for

• Master's degree (relevant field)
• Seven or more years of experience in agribusiness, agricultural economy or business administration
• Experience in value chain development and complex/multi-sector projects
• Strong knowledge of climate-smart issues and green jobs for youth
• Proven project implementation experience and stakeholder management
• Excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, with ability to travel to project locations

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