Angola – Services incidental to agricultural production – Technical assistance to support the implementation, monitoring, and follow-up of the AGRINVEST

Technical assistance will support the delegation and all stakeholders involved, in the programme’s implementation. This assistance will support the general coordination of the program, by providing strategic guidance to ensure effective coordination, coherence, and efficiency of activities. Furthermore the technical assistance is required to support the achievement of the Action’s objectives (Agribusiness Development) and meet the operational expectations in terms of management, coordination and targets. This support requires proficiency in effectively applying various financial instruments, including Grant Schemes, Blended Finance, and EFSD+, in addition to offering specific expertise as necessary. The consultancy services will contribute to all the programme specific objectives by ensuring articulation, complementarity, and visibility. They will assist in operational monitoring by tracking project progress, identifying challenges, and continuously evaluating performance to enable timely adjustments. Moreover, the consultancy will organize Technical Monitoring Committees, Steering Committees, stakeholder consultations, and events as required, acting as the secretariat and facilitating stakeholders communication. Additionally, the consultancy will remain informed on sector developments in Angola, providing expertise in specialized fields when required, and will pursue synergies with other initiatives to enhance the programme’s impact and coherence.