Subject Matter Expert (SME) & Quality Assurance Consultant – ERP (NetSuite Implementation) at African Agricultural Technology Foundation

Objective of the Consultancy

The overall objective is to ensure that the ERP system’s design, configuration, and deployment are fully aligned with AATF’s business processes, policies, and governance frameworks. Specific objectives are:

• Provide strategic and technical advisory on ERP design, governance, and implementation.
• Oversee quality assurance throughout all project phases, ensuring adherence to international standards and donor requirements.
• Validate process designs, system configurations, and integrations for functional accuracy and control compliance.
• Independently review vendor deliverables and advise the ERP Steering Committee on decision points, risks, and mitigations.
• Strengthen internal capacity through knowledge transfer, change management, and post-implementation stabilization.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• A PhD in Information Systems, Technology Management, or Business Transformation will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in ERP implementation, business process design, or quality assurance for donor-funded or multinational organizations.
• Proven expertise in NetSuite ERP (or equivalent platforms like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) across financials, HR, procurement, and grants.
• Demonstrated experience in system integration, data migration, and ERP audit and assurance.
• Professional certification: Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2) or ERP Implementation/QA certifications preferred.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, internal controls, governance, and audit frameworks.