Agribusiness Advisor - The Agri-Business Facility for Africa (ABF)

ABOUT THE COMPANY

GIZ, the German Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH, provides services in the field of international technical cooperation worldwide. In Kenya, it has been active since 1964, and up to now implements programs in a wide variety of areas, including economic development, green energy and water, governance, food security, and peace and security. The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is GIZ’s main commissioning party. However, GIZ as well works closely with the private sector, fostering successful interaction between development policy and foreign trade.

JOB SUMMARY

The Agri-Business Facility for Africa (ABF) is a regional BMZ-funded and EU co-financed project that strengthens agricultural value chains and supports the development of micro, small and medium-sized agri-food enterprises (MSMEs) across Africa.The position is embedded in Output 2 – Competitive Matching Grant Fund (MGF), which promotes private-sector investments for the modernisation, climate resilience and sustainable transformation of selected agricultural value chains through co-financing grants. As part of the Output 2 core team, the position supports the implementation and management of the fund and its portfolio of grant projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a member of the output 2 core team, the post holder will be responsible for the following tasks:   Represent the ABF East African Hub on site and maintain and expand the network of relevant partners for the supported value chains (cocoa, coffee, livestock, maize) in the region. Coordinate the work of ABF in the GIZ agricultural cluster and with other GIZ projects in Kenya. Provide technical backstopping and advisory support to selected MGF partners, especially in Kenya. Ensure compliance with GIZ iDPP implementation agreements and support partners in addressing administrative, technical, operational and implementation challenges.Coordinate institutionalization process of e-learning initiatives and contribute to financing and investment mobilisation for agricultural value chains through CAADP and CAP-F processes, including support to national agricultural investment planning and implementation.Identify, document and systematise good practices and lessons learnt, particularly in the area of private sector engagement and cooperation. Contribute to the elaboration of knowledge products and learning formats for internal and external stakeholders.Organisation and implementation of international and regional events on good practices, cross-country knowledge exchange and peer learning among MGF-supported consortia across Africa, and policy dialogue, in close collaboration with the ABF team in other countries.Carry out other duties and assignments as delegated by the ABF Management Team or line manager, in line with project and cluster needs.Qualifications and Specialist KnowledgeMaster's degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Sciences, Rural Development, Economics, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field.At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in international development cooperation, preferably in private sector development, agricultural value chain development, agribusiness promotion, investment facilitation, or related fields.Proven experience in working with private sector actors, public institutions, development partners and multi-stakeholder partnerships, including policy advisory and stakeholder engagement processes.Strong analytical, conceptual and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into practical recommendations and implementation approaches.Experience in knowledge management, capacity development, and the organisation and facilitation of workshops, peer-learning activities, policy dialogues and other stakeholder engagement formats.Excellent communication, networking and coordination skills, combined with diplomatic tact, intercultural competence and the ability to work independently in a multicultural environment.Excellent command of English is required; knowledge of French and/or German is highly desirable.Submission of Application:Duty Station: NairobiDuration of Assignment: Up to 30.06.2027 with possibility of extensionVacancy Reference Number: GIZ/ARD/05/06/2026Equal Employment OpportunityAt GIZ Kenya, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. We actively seek individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to build a stronger, more impactful global team.We provide an environment of respect and psychological safety, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all. Discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected status is not tolerated in any of our workplaces.EthicsGIZ is committed to the safety, dignity, and well-being of all individuals we interact with, including staff, partners, community members, and program participants. We uphold the highest standards in preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. Child abuse or any form of misconduct by or toward team members is strictly prohibited.All staff are expected to behave professionally, respect local laws and customs, and complete mandatory ethics e-learning courses upon hire.Data ConfidentialityIn accordance with GIZ’s data protection policy, all candidate applications are stored in our database for six (6) months and deleted thereafter.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Agriculture and natural resources, Partnerships, Project management, Project implementation

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Post-graduate education