Key Duties and Responsibilities

The roles are clustered to streamline the focus of tasks and ensure clarity in responsibilities. The first cluster, Youth Engagement & Program Support, centers on direct interaction with youth and stakeholders, focusing on data collection, feedback, and active program participation. The second category, Research, Coordination & Strategic Support, addresses tasks that involve managing data, mapping partners, monitoring funding, and supporting policy and strategic activities.

Cluster 1: Youth Engagement & Program Support

These tasks are focused on directly engaging with youth, gathering data, and supporting the implementation of programs and consultations:

Aspiration mapping support – Assist in analyzing how aspiration data is used to design youth employment programs that reflect career goals and interests.

Communities of practice - Support the activities of SME Development Community of Practice and Youth Community of Practice as may be directed by the community leads.

Youth network mapping – Identify, map, and track youth networks and platforms relevant to the program’s objectives to enhance engagement and collaboration.

Youth event tracking – Monitor and maintain a calendar of key global, continental, and regional youth-focused events relevant to agriculture, employment, and development to support strategic engagement and participation.

Youth feedback & consultation support – Help organize and assist with youth consultations, focus groups, and surveys to gather feedback. Also, assist in documenting success stories to showcase program outcomes.

Cluster 2: Research, Coordination & Strategic Support

These tasks involve research, data management, partner mapping, and strategic planning for the program’s overall direction and sustainability:

SME Database management – Work with country colleagues and D&A team to update and maintain a database of SMEs for tracking and engagement.

Partner mapping – Assist in identifying and mapping potential partners supporting youth in the food and agriculture sector.

Funding and donor tracking – Monitor and compile information on funding opportunities and donor priorities to support strategic planning and resource mobilization.

Policy dialogue support – Assist in organizing policy meetings, taking minutes, and tracking action items.

Training evaluation support – Contribute to training assessments by formatting tools, entering data, and summarizing results.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields (A Master’s Degree is an added advantage): Development Studies, Economics, Agricultural Economics or Agribusiness, Communications or information science, Public Policy, or other related disciplines

Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required; knowledge of French or other regional languages is an added advantage.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience with basic research, data entry, and analysis

Previous involvement in youth programs, clubs, student leadership, or volunteer initiatives is desirable

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Familiarity with online tools for collaboration (e.g., Zoom, Teams, Google Workspace)

A demonstrated interest or passion for youth development, agriculture, or inclusive economic development is a strong advantage.