Background

Farrelly Mitchell is expanding its team in Africa and seeking a talented and experienced Director/Senior Manager to lead strategic initiatives across the continent. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive impactful projects, build client relationships, and contribute to the firm's growth in the African market.

If you are a strategic leader with a strong background in agribusiness, food systems, or development consulting, we invite you to apply and be part of a dynamic, globally recognized team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-impact projects across Africa.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Drive business development and identify new opportunities for growth.
• Provide strategic guidance and advisory services to clients.
• Oversee project teams, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and sector expertise.
• Support the expansion of Farrelly Mitchell's presence across Africa.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in consulting, agribusiness, food systems, or development sectors.
• Proven track record of leading projects and managing client relationships.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience working in multiple African countries is a strong advantage.

About Farrelly Mitchell

Farrelly Mitchell is a globally recognized advisory firm specializing in agribusiness, food systems, and rural development. With a presence across Africa and beyond, the firm is committed to driving sustainable growth and positive change in the agricultural sector.

• Lead and manage high-impact projects across Africa.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Drive business development and identify new opportunities for growth.
• Provide strategic guidance and advisory services to clients.
• Oversee project teams, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and sector expertise.
• Support the expansion of Farrelly Mitchell's presence across Africa.

• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in consulting, agribusiness, food systems, or development sectors.
• Proven track record of leading projects and managing client relationships.
• Experience working in multiple African countries is a strong advantage.