Mandatory Requirements

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed CV highlighting educational qualifications, professional certifications, relevant assignments, and contact information.

2. Relevant Experience: Verifiable evidence of experience in:

• African agricultural development contexts, youth employment challenges, innovation ecosystems, and policy environments.
  
• Youth development programming, preferably in the agriculture and agribusiness sector in Africa.
  
• Design, delivery, and evaluation of youth entrepreneurship, agribusiness incubation, and employment programs.
  

3. Educational Qualifications: Copies of relevant academic certificates and professional qualifications.

4. Proof of Registration: Evidence of registration as an independent consultant or business name registration, where applicable.

5. Valid Means of Identification: National ID Card, International Passport, Driver’s License, or equivalent.

6. Tax Identification Number (TIN) and/or Evidence of Tax Compliance, where applicable.

7. References: Contact details and recommendation/reference letters from a minimum of three (3) reputable organizations for which similar assignments have been successfully completed.

8. Sample Reports: At least two examples of similar assignments undertaken by the consultant, demonstrating expertise in program reviews, evaluations, or strategic assessments.

Individual

• An advanced degree in Youth Development, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development, Development Studies, or a related field.
  

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in youth development programming, preferably in the agriculture and agribusiness sector in Africa.