Programme Officer

The Programme Officer will provide high-level technical and administrative support to the Head of Programme and Thematic Leads to support delivery of the BvAT Strategic Plan 2025–2028. The role is central to tracking the implementation of agroecology (AE) and ecological organic agriculture (EOA) initiatives across the continent. Key focus areas include coordinating planning cycles, monitoring performance against strategic indicators, supporting donor reporting, and facilitating BvAT’s representation in national and continental stakeholder networks.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Programme planning and implementation support

• Liasing with with HoP, assist Thematic Leads and Managers in developing detailed Annual Work Plans (AWP) and budgets aligned with the six Strategic Objectives of BvAT 2025–2028 Strategic Plan (SP).
• Track the implementation of project activities to ensure they remain on schedule and within the approved budget.
• Support the development of bankable interventions in sustainable agriculture for smallholder farmers, youth, and women.
• Coordinate with Country Partners to ensure regional projects (East, West, and Southern Africa) are harmonized with BvAT’s core mission.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)

• Work closely with the MEAL Officer to track progress against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as the number of farmers adopting AE practices or increases in household income.
• Support the implementation of the integrated digital MEAL system to facilitate real-time data collection and adaptive management.
• Assist in organizing and facilitating Mid-Term Reviews and Final Evaluations to document cumulative impact and lessons learned.
• Collect and synthesize data for learning products, including case studies and success stories, to reinforce trust in AE/EOA as viable solutions.

Representation and stakeholder engagement

• Support BvAT’s representation in national and continental networks for agroecology promotion.
• Assist in convening multi-stakeholder platforms, roundtables, and policy dialogues to advocate for the mainstreaming of AE/EOA principles in national budgets and frameworks.
• Maintain active dialogue with a diverse network of partner institutions, research centres, and civil society organizations.

Donor reporting and resource mobilization

• Draft high-quality technical and progress reports for donors ensuring compliance with specific reporting templates and timelines.
• Support the Partnerships and Business Development unit in identifying funding opportunities and drafting technical proposals for new grants.
• Maintain a repository of project data and evidence-based impact reports to support the organization’s growth aspirations.

Research and knowledge management

• Support the Research/KM Manager in synthesizing research findings into farmer-friendly materials (manuals, infographics, videos).
• Assist in managing BvAT’s digital knowledge-sharing platforms and ensure they are accessible to farmers and practitioners.

Working Relationships

• Internal Relationships: Executive Director, Head of Programme, Partnerships and Business Development team, MEAL Officer, Project Managers and all other BvAT staff.
• External Relationships: Country Implementing Partners of EOA programmes, Organic Agriculture member organisations, National Organic Agriculture movements and donor’s, partners and consultants.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agroecology, Environmental Science, Development Studies, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in programme management within the NGO or development sector.
• Proven experience in supporting agroecology or sustainable food systems projects.

Required Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Results-Based Management (RBM), Theory of Change, and advanced M&E tools.
• Exceptional technical writing skills with a track record of producing successful donor reports and policy briefs.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills to engage with high-level continental stakeholders and local farming communities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, and digital data collection tools.
• Strong commitment to environmental stewardship, inclusivity (gender and youth).

Behavioural Skills

• Excellent coordination and time management.
• Strong interpersonal communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

How to Apply

If you believe you qualify for this position, please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter as one file indicating a summary of your key qualifications and expected salary and benefits to careers@biovisionafricatrust.org with the job title: Programme Officer on the subject line to be received not later than 18th June, 2026.