Mission Lead, World Bank Acceleration for Agribusiness and Digital Sectors, Madagascar (FRANCOPHONE)

Mission Lead – World Bank Acceleration for Agribusiness and Digital Sectors, Madagascar (FRANCOPHONE)About Palladium Operating in over 50 countries,Palladium is a global consulting and implementation company working in partnership with governments, businesses, investors, and communities to design and deliver solutions that create lasting positive impact. We address some of the world’s most complex challenges across infrastructure, economic growth and natural capital, health, energy, climate and environment, and digital transformation—strengthening systems, institutions, and markets to support inclusive and sustainable development. Our more than 2, 100 staff worldwide work as trusted advisors across diverse contexts, combining deep technical expertise, implementation techniques, and innovative technology to deliver locally informed, client-focused solutions that help organizations achieve measurable, sustainable impact. Palladium is part of GISI’s global family of companies, which aims to create solutions for the world’s most complex challenges. With annual revenues of $14 billion, GISI’s approximately 15, 000 employees are engaged in projects across 100 countries worldwide providing construction, program/project management, and engineering consulting services. Project Background The PIC 3 Acceleration Program, part of Madagascar’s Economic Transformation for Inclusive Growth Project funded by the World Bank, is a multi-phase initiative designed to support high-potential SMEs and startups in the agribusiness and digital sectors. Delivered through a consortium of international and local accelerators, the program combines rigorous selection with tailored technical support, including diagnostics, individualized growth plans, mentoring, and specialized advisory services to strengthen business performance and market competitiveness. Selected companies undergo an intensive acceleration phase of up to 12 months, focused on scaling operations, improving investment readiness, and accessing new markets, including international opportunities. The program also facilitates grant management in coordination with the World Bank, mobilizes private financing, and tracks impact through measurable outcomes such as revenue growth and job creation, while promoting gender inclusion and strengthening the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem in Madagascar. Please note this is a bid oppo...