Overview

The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) is an African-led institution committed to advancing inclusive agricultural transformation and building sustainable food systems that improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. AGRA supports millions of farming households across the continent by promoting innovative, locally driven solutions that increase productivity, reduce hunger, and create economic opportunities.

AGRA is seeking a Technical Field Program Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership in the implementation of the Youth Entrepreneurship for the Future of Food and Agriculture (YEFFA) initiative at country level. The role focuses on strengthening field monitoring, enhancing grantee performance, accelerating youth employment outcomes, and ensuring effective grant execution and reporting. The position works closely with the Country Programs Lead (CPL), Program Management Unit (PMU), implementing partners, and key stakeholders to drive measurable program impact and alignment with AGRA’s continental results framework.

Responsibilities

Requirements

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Certification in Project Management or Monitoring & Evaluation is required.

• A Master’s degree is an added advantage.

Professional Experience:

• Proven experience in technical program management at country level, preferably in youth employment, agribusiness, or market-systems development programs.

• Demonstrated expertise in field monitoring, partner performance management, and grant implementation support.

• Experience working with donors and multi-stakeholder consortia is an advantage.

• Strong understanding of value chain development, market systems, and youth workforce pathways.

• Practical knowledge of MEL systems, data verification, and results-based reporting.

• Ability to design and deliver context-appropriate technical assistance to implementing partners.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills with the ability to work across functions.

• Results-oriented with a commitment to high-quality and timely delivery.

• Excellent interpersonal skills built on trust, integrity, and professionalism.

• Innovative and entrepreneurial mindset with openness to learning and continuous improvement.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through AGRA’s official recruitment portal using the link below:

https://ekjd.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/jobs

Applicants must include a detailed CV with active email and telephone contacts and clearly quote the job reference number TFPM/PD/RW/02/2026 in the application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. AGRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.