Job Title: Dairy Value Chain and Business Development Officer

JOB CODE: PDD020

Location: Wolaita Sodo with regular travels to project kebeles 

Salary:  As per organizational scale

Hours: 40 Hours Per week

Contract Type: 1 Year- Fixed term contract from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027

About Ripple Effect

Established in 2006 (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.

Job Requirements

About the Role

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 values and development approaches. To deliver the project activity and report to project manager. 

How To Apply

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

Download and complete the following documents from Ripple Effect | Dairy Value Chain and Business Development Officer…

Please note that CVs or incomplete forms will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.

Ripple Effect also seeks references and conducts background checks before confirming any candidate in a role offered.

Key Dates

Application Closing date: Monday June 1st, 2026

Interview date: To be Communicated

Start date: As soon as Possible

Job Requirements This position is responsible for raising the knowledge and skills of SHGs, CLAs, and wider communities on the dairy value chain through training and experience sharing, with the aim of promoting sustainable dairy business development in the project and neighbouring communities in line with REE’s vision, mission, cornerstones, values, and development approaches. The role also involves delivering project activities and reporting progress to the Project Manager. How to Apply Apply using the provided link below.