GIZ Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2026 | Junior Rural Development / Dryland Farming Adviser
GIZ Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Role description
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is hiring a Junior Rural Development / Dryland Farming Adviser in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Fresh graduates and junior professionals are encouraged to apply before August 4, 2026.
Joining GIZ Ethiopia offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, and rural development through the Soil Matters project. This role is ideal for motivated graduates seeking practical experience in community-based agricultural development and natural resource management.
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Position Details
Position: Junior Rural Development / Dryland Farming Adviser
Employer: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Employment Type: Full Time
Career Level: Junior
Contract Duration: Until December 31, 2027
Key Responsibilities
Support implementation of dryland agriculture and watershed management activities. Advise communities on sustainable farming and soil conservation practices. Assist with project planning, data collection, and technical reporting. Support Watershed User Cooperatives (WUCs) and community planning. Deliver training on soil moisture management, crop selection, and farming systems. Collaborate with project partners to promote soil health and agroecological practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Dryland Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Rural Development, or a related field.
Experience
Fresh graduates or applicants with up to one year of relevant experience. Knowledge of participatory training methods is preferred. Familiarity with dryland farming, flood-based agriculture, or soil and water conservation is an advantage.
Required Skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills. High integrity, accountability, and motivation. Willingness to travel regularly to regional project areas. Very good English and Afarigna or Somaligna communication skills (mandatory).
Application Deadline
August 4, 2026
Joining GIZ Ethiopia offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, and rural development through the Soil Matters project. This role is ideal for motivated graduates seeking practical experience in community-based agricultural development and natural resource management.
Ethiopian professionals network
Position Details
Position: Junior Rural Development / Dryland Farming Adviser
Employer: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Employment Type: Full Time
Career Level: Junior
Contract Duration: Until December 31, 2027
Key Responsibilities
Support implementation of dryland agriculture and watershed management activities. Advise communities on sustainable farming and soil conservation practices. Assist with project planning, data collection, and technical reporting. Support Watershed User Cooperatives (WUCs) and community planning. Deliver training on soil moisture management, crop selection, and farming systems. Collaborate with project partners to promote soil health and agroecological practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Dryland Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Rural Development, or a related field.
Experience
Fresh graduates or applicants with up to one year of relevant experience. Knowledge of participatory training methods is preferred. Familiarity with dryland farming, flood-based agriculture, or soil and water conservation is an advantage.
Required Skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills. High integrity, accountability, and motivation. Willingness to travel regularly to regional project areas. Very good English and Afarigna or Somaligna communication skills (mandatory).
Application Deadline
August 4, 2026