Project Officer – Research & Innovation Brokerage

About the role

COLEAD is seeking a Project Officer to strengthen its Research and Innovation Brokerage Department, supporting sustainable horticultural production, crop protection and applied research across East and Southern Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Support planning, implementation and monitoring of research activities and field trials covering crop protection, production, food loss and waste, and smart agricultural technologies.
• Coordinate with research institutions, technical partners, service providers, input suppliers and authorities in the region.
• Monitor technical, administrative, financial and logistical aspects of research activities, including contracts, budgets and compliance.
• Contribute to regulatory monitoring, database updates and development of technical advisory materials.

Required profile

• Higher education qualification in agronomy, agricultural or horticultural science, environmental science, botany or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in agriculture or horticulture, including project implementation support in East and/or Southern Africa.
• Practical experience in crop protection, applied research and agricultural field trials, with data collection, analysis and technical reporting.
• Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills; ability to work independently and in multicultural teams.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Required skills

• Crop protection
• Agricultural field trials
• Data collection
• Data analysis
• Technical reporting

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package aligned with local market standards.
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural, passionate civil‑society organisation focused on cooperation and development in ACP countries.