Dairy Value Chain and Business Development Officer (Ethiopia)

Location: Wolaita Sodo-Ethiopia

Salary: Based on the organization pay scale depend on the experience and skills. 

Hours: 40 Hours Per week

Contract Type: 1 Year- Fixed term contract

Established in 1988 (as Send a Cow), Ripple Effect is a dynamic and passionate international development charity on a mission to create a powerful and lasting impact. Our vision is to see a rural Africa that is confident, thriving, and sustainable, with a growing economy and higher living standards for all. At Ripple Effect, we've honed our focus on three critical areas: Sustainable Agriculture, Gender and Social Inclusion, and Enterprise Development. Through these pillars, we're dedicated to combating poverty and nurturing a vibrant, thriving African landscape that will thrive for generations to come.

To raise knowledge and skills level of SHGs, CLAs and wider communities on dairy value chain through training and experience sharing for sustainable dairy business development in the project area and neighbouring communities in line with REE’s Vision, Mission, Cornerstones and development approaches.

The ideal candidate will have at least five (5) years of relevant field experience in value chain and business development, with strong expertise in planning, management, and strategy development, particularly within value chains. They should have proven experience in organizing and delivering training and workshops, as well as learning through project implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The role requires a solid understanding of project financial management, including budgeting, and the ability to effectively train communities and extension workers. The candidate should demonstrate strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work across cultures and maintain productive partnerships with staff and stakeholders. Additionally, they should be results-oriented, with excellent communication, analytical, and information dissemination skills, supported by strong computer literacy. Fluency in English and Amharic, proficiency in Wolaytigna, and strong presentation skills are essential.

-             Pension/Provident fund

-             Generous annual leave allowance

-             Medical insurance for yourself and dependents

-             Life insurance  

If you feel you have the qualities, passion, skills, and experience to fulfil this varied, rewarding, and vital role, we would love to hear from you. 

1) Download the: 

• Job description
• Application form
• PSEA self-assessment form 

2) Submit your application form and PSEA self-assessment form online (in Word or PDF format) to hrethiopia@rippleeffect.org clearing indicating the position you are applying for and using the job code PDD020 Dairy Value Chain and Business Development Officer in the subject line. 

 If you require the job description or the application form in a different format, please contact Wubete.Tariku@rippleeffect.org

Application Closing date: Monday 1st June 2026

Interview date: To be Communicated

Start date: As soon as Possible

Name:  Tariku Wubete

Email Address: Wubete.Tariku@rippleeffect.org