BRICS Africa is expanding its footprint across Africa to support sustainable and resilient food systems through innovation, entrepreneurship, and ecosystem development.
To support this expansion, BRICS Africa is recruiting Regional Growth Coordinators in:

 

   Kenya

   Cameroon

   Malawi

 

The program is designed for motivated individuals interested in agriculture, community engagement, agribusiness, and youth empowerment.

 

Purpose of the Program

The program aims to strengthen BRICS Africa’s presence within emerging African ecosystems by building a network of local coordinators who can support outreach, participant mobilization, ecosystem engagement, and regional visibility.
Regional Growth Coordinators will serve as local representatives connecting BRICS Africa with agripreneurs, students, youth groups, institutions, and ecosystem stakeholders.

 

Role Overview

Regional Growth Coordinators will support the growth and visibility of BRICS Africa activities within their assigned countries. The role focuses on community outreach, participant recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and program promotion.

The position is best suited for individuals with strong communication skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and the ability to engage and mobilize communities effectively.

 

Key Responsibilities

Regional Growth Coordinators will be responsible for:

   

    Promoting BRICS Africa programs and activities within local communities

    Mobilising participants for training, workshops, and ecosystem programs

    Building relationships with relevant stakeholders and institutions

    Representing BRICS Africa professionally within their regions

    Providing periodic updates on outreach and engagement activities

 

Eligibility and Recruitment Requirements

Applicants must reside in or have strong familiarity with:

     Kenya

    Cameroon

    Malawi

 

Applicants should demonstrate:

    Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    Passion for agriculture and African development

    Leadership potential and initiative

    Ability to engage communities and networks

 

Experience in agriculture, entrepreneurship, community development, student leadership, or ecosystem engagement is an added advantage but not mandatory.

 

Compensation and Incentive Structure

The Regional Growth Coordinator role operates under a performance-based model.
Coordinators will earn commissions from successful registrations of participants in designated paid BRICS Africa trainings and programs. Commission payments will be based on the number of participants recruited.

 

Please note:

   

    Free trainings and programs do not attract commissions

    The role is not currently salaried

    Compensation is tied to measurable participation outcomes

 

Outstanding coordinators may be considered for future leadership and partnership opportunities as the organization expands.

 

Benefits and Opportunities Opportunities

Selected coordinators will benefit from:

 

    Exposure to African and international agribusiness networks

    Leadership and coordination experience

    Personal and professional development opportunities

    Ecosystem-building experience

    Opportunities to contribute to sustainable food systems development

    Earn-while-you-learn opportunities through commissions

 

Selection Process

The selection process will include:


Stage 1: Application Submission

 

Applicants submit:

   

    Application form

    CV or personal profile

    Short motivation statement

    1-minute self-introduction video

 

Stage 2: Application Review

Applications will be assessed based on:


    Passion and initiative
    Communication and leadership potential
    Community involvement
    Alignment with BRICS Africa’s mission

 

Stage 3: Virtual Interview

Shortlisted applicants will participate in an online interview to assess:

    Communication skills

    Commitment and availability

    Leadership potential

    Community engagement capacity

 

Stage 4: Final Selection and Onboarding

Successful applicants will receive onboarding and orientation on:

    Program expectations

    Reporting processes

    Commission structure

    Regional engagement strategy

 

Conclusion

The BRICS Africa Regional Growth Coordinator Program provides an opportunity for passionate individuals to contribute to the growth of sustainable and resilient food systems across Africa while gaining valuable leadership, ecosystem-building, and professional experience.