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: Fixed term contract 

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.

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. 

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 | RE-ADVERTISEMENT Dairy Value Chain and Business… 

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: Tuesday June 30th, 2026

Interview date: To be Communicated

Start date: As soon as Possible Job Requirements The position is for a Dairy Value Chain and Business Development Officer based in Wolaita Sodo, with regular travel to project kebeles. The role focuses on enhancing knowledge and skills of SHGs, CLAs, and the wider community through training and experience sharing to promote sustainable dairy business development. Applicants must submit complete application forms and CVs via Ripple Effect’s online portal; shortlisted candidates will undergo reference checks and background screening. How to Apply Download and complete the required application forms from Ripple Effect’s website, ensuring your CV is attached; incomplete submissions will not be considered.