About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is supporting the Lesotho Agricultural College (LAC), under the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition (MAFSN), to implement the project “Transforming Lesotho Agricultural College into a Centre of Excellence for Skills on Education, Innovation, Extension and Agribusiness Development” (TCP/LES/4101/C1). To address institutional gaps and position the College for full accreditation, FAO wishes to engage a national consultant to guide and facilitate a participatory, evidence-based process resulting in a comprehensive, actionable, and measurable five-year Strategic Plan (2026–2031). The specialist will review institutional documents, conduct PESTLE and SWOT analyses, facilitate stakeholder workshops, and deliver a finalized strategic plan and implementation framework.
Salary and benefits
- Compensation provided through a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) arrangement for a 65-day assignment.
- Opportunity to lead a high-impact national education reform and strategic planning initiative within the agricultural sector.
Who can apply?
- Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Organisational Development, Public Policy, or a closely related field.
- Ten (10) years of demonstrated experience leading and facilitating strategic planning processes, preferably for higher education or public sector institutions within the agriculture or agribusiness sector.
- Working knowledge (proficiency level C) of English and Sesotho.
- National of Lesotho or resident of the country with a valid work permit.
Required documents
- Complete online profile including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Letter of motivation attached to the online profile.
When to apply
- Job Posting Date: 2026-10-21.
- Closure Date: 2026-11-04 at 10:59 PM (based on personal device time settings).
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment website and complete or update your online profile with accurate employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Attach a letter of motivation to your online profile.
- Submit your application through the FAO recruitment portal before the deadline.
Additional information
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations are accepted.
- Appointment is subject to medical fitness certification, visa or residency requirements, and security clearances.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- An ideal match for senior consultants and strategic management professionals with extensive experience in higher education policy or agricultural development in Lesotho.
- Provides a focused, short-term contract (65 days) that allows senior experts to apply institutional development skills directly to national educational reform.
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires meeting strict documentary and language proficiency standards (proficiency in both English and Sesotho).
- Applicants must already hold the legal right to work in Lesotho as a national or resident with a valid work permit.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This short-term consultancy offers an excellent platform for seasoned professionals aiming to contribute high-level strategic expertise to agricultural education reform and public sector development in Lesotho.
Our take
Experienced strategic planning specialists and senior consultants who are nationals or residents of Lesotho with a background in agriculture or higher education should apply before the November 2026 deadline.
Ready to apply?
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