Program Officer – Policy and Advocacy

The Eastern Africa Farmers Federation (EAFF) is looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated candidate to fill the position of Policy and Advocacy Officer. Level: Master’s degree Field(s): Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, Political Science, or related field Experience: Preference will be given to those with experience in NGOs and Uganda nationals are encourage to apply Location: Based in Nairobi Duties and responsibilities To manage the policy and advocacy department of the Eastern Africa Farmers’ Federation. This entails performing the following tasks: • Developing and implementing an the EAFF policy and advocacy master plan • Building capacity of member organizations in the area of policy and advocacy. • To implement programs and projects related to policy and advocacy • To represent EAFF at regional, continental and international events that are of a policy nature • To contribute to fund-raising through new projects and programs • Performs other activities as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer. Requisite Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in policy analysis, advocacy and policy related program management, • Strong understanding of agricultural policy frameworks and farmer organization dynamics. • Experience working with government institutions and multi-stakeholder platforms. • Proven ability to write high-quality policy briefs and reports. Contract duration: The selected candidate will be offered a 3 years renewable employment contract with possibility of extension.Desired start As soon as possible. Please send your application letter and CV, to hr@eaffu.org by 28th September, 2026Application will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis to identify appropriate candidates as soon as possible.

• The Eastern Africa Farmers Federation (EAFF) is looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated candidate to fill the position of Policy and Advocacy Officer. • Developing and implementing an the EAFF policy and advocacy master plan • Building capacity of member organizations in the area of policy and advocacy. • To implement programs and projects related to policy and advocacy • To represent EAFF at regional, continental and international events that are of a policy nature • To contribute to fund-raising through new projects and programs • Performs other activities as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer. Requisite Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in policy analysis, advocacy and policy related program management, • Strong understanding of agricultural policy frameworks and farmer organization dynamics. • Experience working with government institutions and multi-stakeholder platforms.