Junior Cooperative Advisor

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, Entrepreneurship, Agri-business, or a related field.

Work Experience:

• Maximum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working with international organizations and supporting agricultural development projects is preferred.
• Understanding and experience in project monitoring and evaluation is an advantage.
• Experience working within the horticulture (potato) supply chain is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of cooperative development and agricultural projects.
• Provide technical and operational support to cooperatives and project beneficiaries.
• Assist in project planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting activities.
• Support training, capacity-building, and advisory services for cooperatives and farmers.
• Collect, analyze, and report project data to support monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders, partners, and beneficiaries.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor project progress and provide technical support.
• Prepare activity reports, documentation, and other project-related records.
• Support the achievement of project objectives and ensure compliance with organizational guidelines.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Good understanding of agricultural development and cooperative systems.
• Knowledge of project monitoring and evaluation principles.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.
• High proficiency in Afaan Oromo is required.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Initiative, creativity, and a proactive "can-do" attitude.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project field locations.
• High level of professionalism, adaptability, and commitment to project objectives.

Skills Required:

• Agricultural / Studies
• Social / Science / Project / Management / Development