Overview
The role involves providing technical expertise to support investment prioritization and the preparation of agricultural and agrifood investment projects in the Asia and the Pacific region.
Key Responsibilities
- Review national strategies, sector policies, HIH analytics, agricultural typologies and value-chain diagnostics to inform investment prioritization.
- Conduct investment opportunity mapping and rapid assessments for public and private investment.
- Provide technical inputs to agricultural investment notes, concept papers and project proposals.
- Integrate financial, economic, environmental and climate screening, including blended finance or other innovative financing approaches, where relevant.
- Advice on financing structures, including blended finance, PPPs, risk-sharing or innovative financing mechanisms.
- Provide technical backstopping and quality assurance to national consultants and government teams.
- Contribute to capacity-building activities, training workshops and investment dialogues.
- Prepare technical notes, briefing materials and end-of-assignment reports.
Required Experience
- At least 1 year for category C, or 5 years for category B of relevant professional experience in agricultural or agrifood investment, project preparation, financing, or related analytical work.
- Experience or exposure to blended finance, innovative financing mechanisms, or investment structuring is an asset.
- Experience working with governments, international organizations, DFIs or the private sector is desirable.
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work.
- Familiarity with Asia and the Pacific region is an advantage.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in agricultural economics, development finance, agribusiness, or a related field. Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
