The Pan-African Farmers’ Organization (PAFO), with support from the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), is launching a call for applications for a Consultant (individual or firm) to design and deliver a capacity-building program for Young Women Leaders in Agri-Food Systems across Africa.
This consultancy is part of the AGRA-funded project:
“Strengthening Institutional and Organizational Capacity of PAFO for Youth Work Opportunities in Agrifood Systems” (2025–2028).
Young women are increasingly playing key roles in African agriculture—as farmers, agripreneurs, cooperative leaders, and innovators. Yet, their participation in policy spaces and decision-making processes remains limited. This consultancy seeks to close that gap.
Why This Consultancy Matters
Across the continent, young women are driving innovation in agri-food systems, leading enterprises and strengthening rural livelihoods. However, they often lack access to the platforms, training, and opportunities needed to contribute to policy dialogue, advocacy, and high-level engagement.
PAFO aims to empower these leaders by providing them with:
- Practical skills in leadership, advocacy, and policy engagement
- Understanding of agricultural policies and frameworks
- Tools for effective communication and negotiation
- Opportunities to participate in national, regional, and continental platforms
- A supportive space to connect, learn, and collaborate
The consultant will play a critical role in shaping this high-impact program.
Key Responsibilities
The consultant will:
1. Conduct Institutional & Capacity Assessments
- Assess the strengths, gaps, and needs of selected Young Women Leaders
- Review existing leadership and empowerment programs
2. Develop Tailored Training Modules
Including but not limited to:
- Leadership development
- Advocacy & policy engagement
- Negotiation skills
- Governance & representation
- Understanding agri-food systems frameworks
3. Deliver a 5-Day Training in Kigali (16–20 Dec 2025)
- Facilitate interactive workshops, case studies, and practical simulations
- Support peer-to-peer learning
4. Facilitate Online Learning & Exchanges
- Virtual workshops
- Knowledge sharing sessions
- Stakeholder dialogues
5. Support Policy Engagement Tools
- Templates for advocacy strategies
- Guidance for policy briefs
- Advice on engaging in policy forums
6. Document & Report
- Document activities, lessons learned, and outcomes
- Produce the final consultancy report
Who Should Apply
PAFO welcomes applications from consultants or firms with expertise in:
- Leadership development
- Women & youth empowerment
- Advocacy, negotiation, and policy engagement
- Agri-food systems in Africa
- Capacity building, training, and mentorship
- Working with farmers’ organizations or regional networks
Assignment Details
📍 Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda (PAFO Secretariat)
🕒 Duration: 5 working days (physical), with virtual sessions
📅 Start: 16 December 2025
Application Deadline
📅 21 November 2025 — 5:00 PM CET
How to Apply
Submit ONE PDF containing:
- Technical proposal (tax included)
- Financial proposal
- CV
- Tax clearance certificate
- Professional references
📩 Send to: admin@pafo-africa.org
CC: finance@pafo-africa.org | program@pafo-africa.org | policy@pafo-africa.org | N.pascal@pafo-africa.org
Only complete digital applications will be considered.
Empowering Young Women to Shape Africa’s Food Future
This consultancy is an opportunity to shape the next generation of women leaders in agriculture—and to support a more inclusive, equitable, and dynamic agricultural sector across Africa.
PAFO invites qualified experts to apply and join us in strengthening young women’s voices and leadership in agri-food systems.