The U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Agriculture Specialist. Below are the details of the position:
Position: Agriculture Specialist
- Vacancy Announcement Number: Addis-2024-071(T)
- Opening Date: October 23, 2024
- Closing Date: November 6, 2024
- Work Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week)
- Salary:
- FSN-11: 26,638.00 USD per year (Locally Employed Staff)
- FSN-10: 21,803.00 USD per year (Locally Employed Staff)
- USEFM: Final grade/step will be determined by Washington (FP-04 or FP-05)
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) in Ethiopia and other Horn of Africa countries (Djibouti, Eritrea, Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia).
- Monitor, analyze, and prepare reports on agricultural, marketing, and trade policy developments for assigned commodities.
- Work with U.S. and host country government agencies to resolve trade complaints, import regulation compliance issues, and administer market development programs.
- Develop and maintain relationships at mid-to-high levels for trade and agricultural policy matters.
Qualification Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Food and Agricultural Marketing, Agriculture, Agribusiness, International Trade, or Public Policy.
- Experience:
- For FSN-10: Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience.
- For FSN-11: Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience.
- Languages: Fluency in both English and Amharic (Speaking/Reading/Writing).
- Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to analyze agricultural production, trade concepts, and economic supply/demand concepts.
- Strong time management and communication skills.
How to Apply
Visit the U.S. Embassy Jobs page to view available positions and apply online. Note that paper or email applications are not accepted.