Major duties and responsibilities

• Coordinate livelihoods & agro-ecology programs related activities
• Contribute to preparation of annual work plan & budget of the project
• Regularly monitor the livelihood & agro-ecology activities and provide technical support
• Monitoring regular field implemented activities and Produce periodic reports
• Engage in community mobilization
• Manage project site & office
• Participate in proposal writing & fund raising activities

Job Requirement

• Holding M.Sc. or B.Sc in Plant Science, Agricultural Economics or Agricultural Extension/Rural Development/Development Studies. In addition having design & implementation follow-up knowledge in Business and cooperative management, market creation, Eco-friendly IGA options.
• At least 4 years’ experience for M.Sc. or 6+ years’ experience for B.Sc holders in the areas of design, implementation of locally viable alternative eco-friendly IGA, especially in the areas of NTFP based livelihood that help reduce pressure  on natural resources and bring about co benefits  to marginalized group.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Good interpersonal skill and ability to work in team and independently including at times in challenging environment as well as having a coordination and team building ability.
• Having NGO experience is an asset / advantage.
• Knowledge of local language is an advantage

Place of work: Bale Zone, Oromia Regional State