Agriculture Production Officer

About the role

The Agriculture Production Officer (APO) will lead the implementation of the SunGold project in Ethiopia’s key sunflower‑producing regions. Based in Arbaminch, the APO works under the SunGold Agricultural Lead to expand sunflower production, improve value‑chain competitiveness, and support U.S. agribusiness interests.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of SunGold project activities across Oromia, Central, Southern, and Southwest regions.
• Provide technical agronomy assistance and oversee grant‑based support to farmers and cooperatives.
• Build capacity of extension services and facilitate access to financial services for sunflower growers.
• Promote market access through contract‑farming arrangements and improve policy and regulatory frameworks.
• Coordinate with regional, zonal, and woreda government bodies, private sector actors, and development partners to strengthen the sunflower value chain.

Required profile

• Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Proven experience in agricultural project implementation, preferably in Ethiopia or similar contexts.
• Strong understanding of sunflower production systems and value‑chain development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with government agencies, NGOs, and private sector stakeholders.

Required skills

• Agronomy
• Project management
• Value chain development