Ripple Effect (RE) is registered and licensed Foreign Charity. RE Ethiopia was established in March 2006 and works to see a rural Ethiopia that is confident, thriving, and sustainable, with a growing economy and higher living standards for all. RE focuses on three thematic areas; Farm Systems, Gender and Social Inclusion and Enterprise Development to help to combat poverty and works to create a rejuvenated and abundant African environment for both current and future generation

We are recruiting an Agricultural Officer for Ripple Effect (RE) projects planned to be implemented in Wolaita Zone.

Job requirements

For this vacant position we will consider applicants who have Educational qualification of MSc or BSc in agriculture or other related fields from a recognized University and Minimum of 4 years for MSc and 5 years for BSc experience in agriculture and Community-based development The key responsivity of this position Develop and adapt project implementation procedures, systems and guidance in line with the project document; Undertake agriculture assessments of target communities and households in collaboration with other project staffs. Ensure optimal use of human resources, including promotion of team work and maintenance of team spirit; Ensure adequate training of staff for knowledge and skills development in relation to agricultural activities; facilitate and lead the implementation of agricultural activities of the project in line with Ripple Effect Ethiopia’s operational policies and frameworks and donor regulations; Ensure that the nutrition focused project takes into account community approaches, gender and child sensitivity in the context and needs of target families and communities in  Wolaita Zone. Ensure close participation of target families and relevant community groups in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation processes of the project. Participate in overall strategic planning of Ripple Effect Ethiopia with respect to agriculture as and when needed

Detail job description with person specification, application instructions and application form are found at Ripple Effect | Agriculture Officer, Ethiopia

Location:                  Wolaita Sodo Town, Wolaita Zone,

Job type:                  Four Year Fixed term contract and renewable yearly 

Job category:                      Program

How to Apply

Deadline for application is seven working days from first date of announcement.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Applicants who send CVs and supporting documents will not be shortlisted,

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview and written exam,

Download and fill in the application form using THIS LINK and Please send your completed application form in a Microsoft word or PDF document to hrethiopia@rippleeffect.org