Sustainable Agriculture Project Coordinator Job Vacancy in Hawassa, Ethiopia – Agricultural Development
Job Description
Position: Sustainable Agriculture Project Coordinator
Company: CARE International Ethiopia
Location: Hawassa, Ethiopia
Experience: 3-5 years in agricultural development projects
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Environmental Science, or related field
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Agricultural Development
Department: Rural Development
Salary: 150,000 – 200,000 ETB
Vacancies:1
Company Overview
CARE International Ethiopia is a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to fighting global poverty and promoting sustainable development. In Ethiopia, CARE implements innovative agricultural projects to enhance food security, improve livelihoods, and build climate resilience in rural communities. With operations spanning multiple regions, CARE Ethiopia focuses on empowering smallholder farmers through sustainable practices and capacity-building initiatives.
Job Overview
This position is part of CARE Ethiopia’s flagship agricultural development program, which aims to scale up climate-smart farming techniques in the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples’ Region (SNNPR). The role requires a dynamic professional to coordinate project activities, manage partnerships, and ensure measurable impact on local farming communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of sustainable agriculture projects
- Develop and maintain relationships with local farmers, cooperatives, and government stakeholders
- Design training programs on soil conservation, crop diversification, and water management
- Manage project budgets and ensure compliance with donor requirements
li>Coordinate data collection and impact assessment for donor reporting
Required Skills
- Proven experience in agricultural project management
- Strong understanding of Ethiopian rural development challenges
- Excellent stakeholder coordination and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in GIS mapping and agricultural data analysis
- Bilingual fluency in English and Amharic
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Environmental Science, or related field
- Master’s Degree preferred but not mandatory
Experience
- 3-5 years of professional experience in agricultural development
- Previous experience working with international NGOs
- Demonstrated success in managing multi-year projects
Salary
150,000 – 200,000 ETB per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage
- Annual performance-based bonuses
- Professional development allowances
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
- Flexible work arrangements
Training
- Climate-smart agriculture certification courses
- Project management professional (PMP) training
- Leadership development programs
- Conflict resolution workshops
Working Environment
The role involves 60% fieldwork in rural agricultural communities and 40% office work in Hawassa. Candidates must be prepared to work in remote areas with limited infrastructure during project implementation phases.
Application Process
Submit your CV and cover letter through the official recruitment portal at https://ethiopiajobssearch.com. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews by July 23, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CARE International Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, or disability status.
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