Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) Business Advisor - Horti-LIFE Green Growth (contingent upon funding approval)

The integration of renewable energy into Ethiopia’s horticultural value chains is more than a technical upgrade—it’s a transformative step toward resilience, sustainability, and inclusive growth. SNV’s Horti‑LIFE Green Growth initiative is at the forefront of this change, embedding solar irrigation, biodigesters, and cold storage solutions into farming systems. This role is not just about advising businesses; it’s about shaping a future where smallholder farmers, women, and youth thrive through clean energy innovation. If you’re passionate about driving market systems and building a sustainable PURE ecosystem, this opportunity is tailor‑made for you.

🌱 SNV Job Vacancy 2026 – PURE Business Advisor (Horti‑LIFE Green Growth)

Company: SNV – Netherlands Development Organisation
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Onsite)
Contract Type: National, Full‑time
Expected Start Date: February 2026
Contract Duration: One year, with possibility of extension (contingent upon funding approval)
Application Deadline: January 10, 2026

🌍 About SNV

SNV is a global development partner with 60 years of experience across Africa and Asia. With a team of 1,600 professionals, SNV strengthens agri‑food, energy, and water systems, reduces gender inequalities, and supports climate adaptation. Learn more at www.snv.org.

📌 Position Overview

The PURE Business Advisor will work under the supervision of the Horti‑LIFE Green Growth Project Manager and collaborate with advisors in PURE, TVET, and Innovation Grant Facility. The role focuses on building a sustainable PURE ecosystem by supporting enterprises, facilitating partnerships, and scaling renewable energy solutions in horticulture.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Develop and monitor PURE financial instruments.
• Provide advisory services to companies in solar irrigation, biodigesters, cold storage, and agro‑processing.
• Lead business plan competitions under the Innovation Grant Facility.
• Support sustainable business models and financing mechanisms for PURE adoption.

Market System Development

• Facilitate partnerships between technology providers, agribusinesses, financial institutions, and farmers.
• Integrate PURE into agricultural markets with inclusivity for women, youth, and marginalized groups.
• Drive farmer uptake through extension, marketing, and on‑farm demonstrations.
• Track adoption pathways and address bottlenecks.

Gender, Youth & Inclusion (GESI)

• Embed GESI in product design, outreach, and financing.
• Prioritize women and youth entrepreneurs and monitor equitable outcomes.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

• Define and report indicators on adoption, productivity, income, jobs, and GESI.
• Produce case studies and briefs for donors and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with MEL teams to measure impact and ensure alignment with project goals.

🎓 Qualifications

• MSc in Business Management, Economics, or related field (minimum 6 years relevant experience).
• Bachelor’s degree with 9 years relevant experience also considered.
• At least 5 years’ experience coaching agri‑businesses.
• Proven experience in mentoring/coaching programmes, preferably in PURE markets.
• Strong leadership, partnership development, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken).
• Analytical, proactive, and solution‑driven mindset.

Core Competencies:

• Conceptual thinking
• Coaching ability
• Focus on quality
• Result orientation
• Persuasiveness

📩 How to Apply

Submit your CV and motivation letter via Smart Recruiters before/on January 10, 2026:
👉 Apply Here

All applications are confidential. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

🌟 Working at SNV

• Challenging and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities to lead and grow professionally.
• Inclusive culture celebrating diversity and non‑discrimination.
• Rigorous background checks ensure safeguarding and integrity.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.