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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) TO SERVE AS AN OBSERVER ON THE AATF BOARD OF TRUSTEES

African Agricultural Technology Foundation

Published: Aug 4, 2026

Updated: Aug 5, 2026

Source: reliefweb_consultancies

About This Opportunity

This is a consulting contract in the humanitarian aid sector. Located in Kenya, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 4, 2026.

Published through ReliefWeb Consultancies, part of the United Nations system, which follows UN procurement standards. UN-funded opportunities are typically open to vendors registered in the UN Global Marketplace for consulting in the humanitarian aid sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Kenya EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) TO SERVE AS AN OBSERVER ON THE AATF BOARD OF TRUSTEES Organization African Agricultural Technology Foundation Posted 4 Aug 2026 Closing date 4 Sep 2026 BACKGROUND OF AATF The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) is an African-led, charitable organization registered in the UK, Kenya, and Nigeria with a footprint in thirty-two (32) African countries dedicated to enhancing the livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Sub-Saharan Africa by facilitating access to innovative agricultural technologies. AATF’s mission is to transform the livelihoods of smallholders in Sub-Saharan Africa, underpinned by a vision of a prosperous, resilient, food- and nutrition-secure Africa. HOME - AATF AATF is governed by a Board of Trustees responsible for strategic direction and oversight, executive leadership oversight, financial stewardship, governance and policy setting, programme oversight, and legal and ethical compliance. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) AATF invites EoI from suitable candidates to serve as Trustee Observers on the AATF Board of Trustees from the following regions: Southern Africa, Western Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Asia, or the Middle East. Interested candidates must have experience and expertise in at least two (2) of the following thematic areas: Resource mobilization and partnerships; Business strategy, innovation, and design thinking; Biotechnology and biosafety regulatory affairs; Digital agriculture & emerging technologies; Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI); Public policy, trade, regulatory affairs; and Inclusivity, gender, and youth in agriculture. Additionally, they must demonstrate: Integrity and ethical leadership; Strategic and analytical thinking; Strong communication and consensus-building skills; Appreciation for cultural diversity and multi-country contexts; Passion for agricultural development and African-led innovation; and The ability to navigate complex governance and development ecosystems. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEE OBSERVERS Potential candidates shall be expected to attend one in-person and one virtual Board meeting to perform tasks and support strategic engagements as needed. Additionally, they shall participate in at least one meeting of any of the following Committees: Programme Development and Commercialization; Nominating and Governance; Audit and Risk; Resource Mobilization and Sustainability; and Ad hoc Task Forces How to apply SUBMISSION PROCESS Interested candidates are requested to submit their detailed Cover Letter and a Curriculum Vitae listing three professional referees via email to NGCommittee@aatf-africa.org by 4th September,2026 . The email subject line should be indicated as follows: Applicant's Name – AATF Trustee Observer. The Nominating and Governance Committee of the Board of Trustees shall review the applications and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees for their approval. All applications will be acknowledged; however, only short-listed candidates will receive further communication. Job details Country Kenya Source African Agricultural Technology Foundation Type Consultancy Career category Program/Project Management Years of experience 10+ years Share Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn Share job link

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from ReliefWeb Consultancies and was originally published on August 4, 2026. Last refreshed 1 day ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About African Agricultural Technology Foundation

African Agricultural Technology Foundation has issued 4 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Humanitarian & Emergency Response. Tenders span 2 countries including Kenya and Nigeria. Notices are distributed via ReliefWeb Consultancies. Most recent publication: August 4, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Kenya. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit ReliefWeb Consultancies to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 4, 2026. You have 29 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by African Agricultural Technology Foundation in Kenya. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Humanitarian & Emergency Response sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.