University Degree or equivalent in a relevant, directly related discipline (e.g. agriculture, rural development and/or development economics or a similar field). Alternatively, a relevant professional experience of at least 4 years in projects pertinent to this contract could replace and advanced degree.
Fully proficient in written and spoken English
General professional experience
Preferably 8 years of professional experience, but a minimum of 5, in the management and implementation of aid programmes.
Specific professional experience
A minimum of 1 year of professional experience with rural communities in developing countries.
A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in local institutional capacity development.
A minimum of 1 year of professional experience in the areas of agricultural production, value chain development and rural markets access.