Project Officers (3 Positions)

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Green Livelihoods

Project Officers (3 Positions) at Green Livelihoods. Lilongwe, Malawi

 

Green Livelihoods (GL) is a green enterprise and oil seeds value chain development and commercialization-focused NGO that champions inclusive and sustainable economic growth for smallholder farmers. Registered in Malawi in 2006, GL operates across the following thematic areas: Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA), Agribusiness Enterprise Development, Green Enterprise Development, and Environmental Sustainability.

GL primarily targets smallholder farmers, with a strong focus on marginalized youth and women.

Project Background

Green Livelihoods anticipates funding to implement  a   legume and oil seeds (sunflower and soya) commercialization project  in  Lilongwe District , targeting six Extension Planning Areas (EPAs).

The overall goal of the project is to improve the sustainable livelihoods of rural populations in Malawi by strengthening oil seed value chain commercialization and enhancing the resilience of smallholder farmers.

Career Opportunities

GL is therefore inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following positions:

1. Project Officers (3 Positions)

Location:  Lilongwe

Reporting to:  Production Specialist

Role Summary

The Project Officers will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of project activities. They will work closely with the Agribusiness Specialist, Production Specialist, community stakeholders, and partners to ensure effective delivery of project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Implement project activities in line with approved work plans

Mobilize and support smallholder farmers and Farmer-Based Organizations (FBOs)

Provide technical support on production, CSA, post-harvest handling, and value addition

Facilitate training in agribusiness, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship

Strengthen farmer groups, cooperatives, and value chain platforms

Facilitate market linkages with buyers, processors, and financial institutions

Support business plan development and enterprise growth

Supervise lead farmers and community facilitators

Collect monitoring data and maintain beneficiary databases

Conduct field monitoring visits and document progress

Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports

Support accountability and grievance redress mechanisms

Coordinate with district stakeholders

Collaborate with BDS providers and support business scorecards

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, Agricultural Economics, or related field

5–7 years’ experience in agricultural/value chain projects

Experience with smallholder farmers, FBOs, or cooperatives

Experience in agribusiness development and market linkages

Knowledge of M&E systems and digital data tools (e.g., Kobo, ODK)

Strong reporting and documentation skills

Valid motorcycle riding license

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