Overview
The Senior Agriculture Specialist will support the delivery of the unit's work program in Mozambique, focusing on impactful projects and strategic advisory tasks within the agriculture and food sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Co-lead the design, preparation, and supervision of operation projects as Task Team Leader (TTL) or core team member.
- Provide technical guidance in designing innovative solutions to create jobs in agriculture value chains.
- Lead or contribute as a core team member in resource mobilization and delivery of advisory and analytical activities.
- Co-lead in the Agri-Connect Initiative.
- Assume an active role in the Mozambique CMU to ensure integration of agriculture and rural development agenda in core Bank products.
- Support the integration of agriculture interventions with other programs.
- Actively engage with the client, stakeholders, and development partners.
- Respond to ad-hoc information requests.
- Provide mentoring, advice and support to the task team supporting the Agriculture and Food program.
Required Experience
At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in agriculture, agribusiness, and other disciplines related to food systems.
Qualifications
A master’s degree in agricultural and resource economics, agribusiness, agriculture or closely related discipline.
