The Ethiopian Horticulture Producer Exporters Association (EHPEA) was established in 2002 as an autonomous and non- political organization, instituted primarily to promote the interest of members. Its membership constitutes almost all Horticulture (flower, fruit, vegetables and herbs) Producer Exporters in the country. EHPEA’s strives to promote the sustainable development of the sector and the competitive Position of Ethiopian Horticulture exports in the Global market.

EHPEA is committed to promoting high standards of performance on member farms and to assist farms in the implementation of the Association Code of Practice and also building the capacity of agri-entrepreneurs, agribusinesses officials as well promoting the golden triangle.

Likewise, EHPEA has established a first in its kind an accredited Technical Vocational and Education Training (TVET) center in Ethiopia. Ethiopian Horticulture Producer Exporters Association Training Centre is accredited to provide technical and vocational training according to the Ethiopian occupational standards. To facilitate and run this center EHPEA is currently seeking to employ qualified and competent staffs for the hereafter mentioned positions.

Job Summary

• Under overall guidance of the center Head the trainer shall oversee the training functions. Overall responsibility for Team success by agreeing, implementing, and monitoring individual and Team objectives and targets whilst ensuring company policies and procedures are adhered to:

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct on Farm Training in a range of Horticultural Topics.
• Assess the performance of new trainees and provide feedback to employers, Head of the Centre and the Team leader.
• Contribute to the identification of training needs and development of project proposals.
• Contribute to the development of new courses and training materials relating to the core aims of training program and the farm needs.
• Assist the Head of center and the Team leader in the preparation of the weekly, monthly, and annual training program.
• Assist EHPEA members to achieve compliance with all levels of the EHPEA Code of Practice.
• Contribute to the training and technical skills development of other members of the Training Team and making sure that the capacity of junior trainer is enhanced.
• Confirm training bookings and provide EHPEA Code of practice training to members at maximum capacity level.
• Contribute to keeping training records and maintaining the Training Team teaching materials.
• Coordinate and facilitate training provision by stakeholders and consultants as requested.
• Report weekly to the center Team Leader about activities completed and farm progress and assists with the preparation of the weekly training plan.
• Cooperate with and carry out all other reasonable duties as requested by the Dean and EHPEA Management.
• Responsible to initiate or develop new approach or methods of delivering the training with team.
• Undertake any other duties as may be requested by the Dean and EHPEA.

Number of Position: Two

Terms of Employment: Initially for two years but will be renewable subject to performance and availability of funds.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualification & Experience:

• BSc Degree in Horticulture or any related studies from recognized university/college
• A minimum of 4 and above years’ experience as instructor in a recognized training center or in the horticulture industry

Core Skills:

The person appointed to this position must be able to:

• Work with minimum supervision to meet training Team aims and objectives.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Amharic and preferably other local languages.
• Work effectively as a Team member and communicate effectively with EHPEA Management and Staff, Farm Managers and Farm employees
• Interact effectively with all Farms and provide advice, motivation and guidance for farms participating in EHPEA Training activities and preparing for CoP and MoEF Regulation Audits
• Contribute to development of project ideas, initiation and implementation of project activities and evaluation of project outcomes
• Contribute to the design of training courses and preparation of training materials using a variety of media.
• Achieve results in a challenging commercial environment.

How to Apply

Interested Applicants should send their Letter of Application together with non-returnable CV and supporting credentials to: Ethiopian Horticulture Producer Exporters Association P.O. Box 22241, Code 1000, Addis Ababa

Note:  Applications can be Submitted by Post or info@ehpea.org