SOS Sahel Ethiopia Multi‑Position Vacancy Announcement (May 2026)
Employer: SOS Sahel Ethiopia
Locations: Addis Ababa (Head Office) with travel to Bale Eco‑Region; Bale Field Office, Robe Town
Employment Type: Fixed‑term contracts (aligned with project duration)
Application Deadlines: May 10–11, 2026
Position 1: Senior Forest and Landscape Specialist
Location: Addis Ababa (Head Office) with frequent travel to Bale Eco‑Region project sites
Career Level: Executive (Director/VP)
Deadline: May 10, 2026
Number of Positions: 1
Role Overview
Provide strategic and technical leadership in designing and implementing integrated, system‑level interventions that transform forest and landscape management in Ethiopia. This senior role ensures HARNESS achieves scalable systems aligned with national policies and global commitments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead integrated landscape approaches and systemic transformation strategies.
- Strengthen governance systems across federal, regional, and local levels.
- Develop deforestation‑free value chains aligned with international standards.
- Support sustainable financing mechanisms (REDD+, carbon finance, blended finance).
- Promote inclusive livelihoods for youth, women, and returnees.
- Guide restoration and climate‑smart land use practices.
- Document lessons and contribute to global knowledge platforms.
- Engage government, private sector, and development partners.
- Support monitoring and evaluation of deforestation reduction and livelihood impacts.
Qualifications
- PhD or MSc in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Climate Change, or related field.
- 10–12 years of relevant experience in forest and landscape management, REDD+, climate finance, and policy engagement.
- Strong expertise in integrated landscape approaches, governance, sustainable value chains, and climate finance.
- Knowledge of GIS and digital technologies for land use/cover tracking.
- Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
Position 2: Deforestation‑Free Supply Chain Expert
Location: Bale Field Office, Robe Town
Career Level: Executive (Director/VP)
Deadline: May 10, 2026
Number of Positions: 2
Role Overview
Provide technical leadership and market systems expertise to design, implement, and scale sustainable, traceable supply chains compliant with international standards. This role ensures Ethiopia’s commodities access global markets while supporting sustainable landscape management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and operationalize deforestation‑free supply chains.
- Lead traceability systems and certification processes.
- Strengthen market linkages between producers, processors, and buyers.
- Promote inclusive business models integrating smallholders, women, and youth.
- Identify and scale financing mechanisms for sustainable sourcing.
- Support government institutions in aligning trade and agricultural policies.
- Document lessons and contribute to global knowledge.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Supply Chain Management, Forestry, Environmental Policy, or related field.
- 8–10 years of relevant experience in supply chain development, sustainable sourcing, or market systems strengthening.
- Proven expertise in traceability systems, certification standards, and compliance with international regulations.
- Strong private sector engagement experience.
- Knowledge of Ethiopian trade, agriculture, and forestry policy context desirable.
Position 3: Community Development Facilitator (CDF)
Location: Bale Field Office, Robe Town
Career Level: Senior (5–8 years)
Deadline: May 11, 2026
Number of Positions: 1
Role Overview
Report to the Project Coordinator and ensure proper implementation of programme activities in the district. Work closely with local government partners, beneficiary communities, and other actors to harmonize and coordinate interventions.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist communities and CBOs in project planning and implementation strategies.
- Ensure programme activities align with agreed strategy and methodology.
- Conduct monthly surveys and compile reports on production, forest, watershed, rangelands, and livelihoods.
- Facilitate inclusion and active participation of women and marginalized groups.
- Keep local government partners and communities informed and engaged.
- Monitor outputs and record achievement indicators for evaluation.
- Support site and beneficiary selection with government partners.
- Participate in assessments, surveys, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Facilitate field visits and experience sharing.
- Identify training needs, prepare materials, and deliver training to CBOs.
- Prepare monthly progress reports.
Qualifications
- BSc in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, or related fields.
- 5 years of practical work experience.
- Knowledge of local language (Afaan Oromo).
- Familiarity with PFM, climate‑smart agri‑value chains, watershed management, and participatory development approaches.
About SOS Sahel Ethiopia
SOS Sahel Ethiopia is a non‑governmental organization dedicated to improving the livelihoods of rural communities while promoting sustainable natural resource management. The organization implements the MaYEA Program across 36 woredas in Bale, Sidama, Wolaita, and Kembata Zones, focusing on forest conservation, climate‑resilient livelihoods, and inclusive community development. Through partnerships with government, private sector, and local communities, SOS Sahel Ethiopia works to create scalable models for sustainable land use, deforestation‑free value chains, and equitable economic opportunities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- Application letter (1 page)
- CV (maximum 3 pages)
Send applications to sossahelhrm@gmail.com by the respective deadlines (May 10–11, 2026).
Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.