Woreda Livelihood Expert - Agriculture (Adwa, Atsbi, and Maichew, Ethiopia)

About TDA

The Tigrai Development Association (TDA) is a member-based, non-profit, non-governmental organization established in August 1989. Headquartered in Mekelle, Tigray, TDA is registered as a resident charity in Ethiopia and works at the grassroots level. It currently boasts over 1.3 million members, including students, civil servants, urban and rural communities, and the business community. You can learn more about TDA at https://tda-int.org/about-us/.

Job Purpose

The Woreda Livelihood Expert - Agriculture will lead the implementation of agriculture-focused livelihood interventions in the assigned woreda. This expert will support smallholder farmers and vulnerable households to rebuild and strengthen sustainable agricultural practices, improve food security, and enhance resilience in post-conflict and climate settings.

Key Responsibilities

1. Agricultural Assessment and Planning:

   • Conduct agro-ecological assessments, identify needs, and prioritize interventions for crop and livestock development.
   • Develop seasonal and annual action plans for agricultural livelihood support in collaboration with local stakeholders and beneficiaries.

2. Implementation of Agricultural Livelihood Activities:

   • Support the distribution of agricultural inputs (seeds, tools, livestock, irrigation kits) and ensure proper use.
   • Promote climate-smart agriculture, conservation practices, and integrated farming systems.
   • Support the establishment of Farmer Field Schools (FFS), demonstration plots, and community seed banks.

3. Capacity Building and Technical Support:

   • Provide training and ongoing technical support to farmers, extension workers, and cooperative members on improved agricultural techniques.
   • Facilitate workshops on post-harvest handling, market linkages, and natural resource management.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

   • Monitor field activities regularly, ensuring alignment with work plans, and provide technical troubleshooting as needed.
   • Collect, analyze, and report data related to agricultural outputs and livelihood indicators.
   • Contribute to progress and final project reports, including success stories and lessons learned.

5. Community Engagement and Coordination:

   • Collaborate with kebele administrators, development agents (DAs), women's groups, and youth to ensure inclusive participation in agricultural activities.
   • Coordinate with local government offices (Agriculture, Cooperatives, and Natural Resources) to align activities with local development plans.
   • Represent TDA in woreda-level agricultural and livelihood coordination meetings.

6. Risk Management and Compliance:

   • Promote sustainable practices that reduce environmental degradation and build climate resilience.
   • Ensure all agricultural activities adhere to TDA and donor standards, including gender and inclusion, "Do No Harm" principles, and accountability frameworks.

Required Qualification & Experience

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree or higher in Agriculture, Agricultural Extension, Agronomy, Rural Development, or a related field.
• Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years of field-level experience in agricultural livelihoods programming.

Required Capabilities

• Strong technical knowledge in crop production, soil and water conservation, or small livestock systems.
• Proven skills in training facilitation and farmer extension services.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in Tigrigna; English proficiency is an advantage.
• Computer literacy, especially in MS Word, Excel, and basic data collection tools.
• High integrity, cultural sensitivity, and a strong commitment to community development.

Employment Details

• Job Category: Health, Nutrition, and Protection
• Place of work: Adwa woreda, Atsbi, and Maichew
• Salary scale: According to project (PD)
• Employment Type: Contract
• Duration: Five Months
• Required number: 03 (Three)
• Application Deadline: June 25, 2025, 5:30 PM CEST (8 days left)

Safeguarding & Other Associated Policies

TDA has an organizational Code of Conduct (CoC) to ensure:

• Maximum protection of program participants from exploitation.
• Clear definition of responsibilities for TDA staff, consultants, program visitors, and partner organizations.
• Expected standards of behavior in accordance with TDA's core values and missions.

Any applicant hired by TDA will be required to:

• Sign the PSEA and TDA staff CoC and associated policies.
• Acknowledge that they have read and understand the TDA CoC and associated policies.
• Agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies.

Furthermore, TDA is dedicated to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults & children through our work.

• Qualifications: Candidates who are qualified to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults & children are recruited by us.
• Working or volunteering with TDA is subject to a variety of vetting checks, including:
  • Criminal background check
  • Safe recruitment and programming
  • Promotion of diversity and inclusion

TDA encourages all candidates to apply irrespective of their:

• Religious and ethnic backgrounds
• Gender
• Disabilities

Zero-tolerance policy: TDA has a strict policy against misconduct, including:

• Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA)
• Abuse of power/authority
• Sexual Harassment (SH)
• Discrimination, including theft, fraud, and corruption

TDA follows strict safeguarding principles and core humanitarian standards. All selected candidates will undergo:

• Thorough reference checks
• Rigorous background checks

How to Apply

Only qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send the:

• Scanned Application Letter
• Updated CV
• Credentials

...together in one PDF to hr@tda-int.org.

Please write the position you applied for in the email subject. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

TDA is an inclusive organization and encourages Women & People with disabilities to apply.

Are you ready to contribute your expertise to agricultural livelihood development in Tigray?