This is a full-time, project-based opportunity for a dedicated professional who wants to make a lasting impact in community development, women’s economic empowerment, and resilience building. The Livelihood Officer role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about inclusive growth, poverty reduction, and strengthening household incomes through sustainable, community-led solutions.
About the Organization
Path Ministries International (PATH) is a humanitarian and development organization committed to transforming lives through integrated, community-based programs.
PATH works with vulnerable children, youth, women, and families to promote education, wellbeing, protection, and economic resilience.
The organization believes in long-term, sustainable change that is driven by communities and supported by strong local partnerships.
PATH collaborates with schools, local institutions, and community structures to ensure inclusive and impactful development.
Through livelihood, education, and protection programs, PATH helps households move from vulnerability to self-reliance.
Women and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
Job Description
The Livelihood Officer leads the planning, coordination, supervision, and quality assurance of livelihood and women’s economic empowerment interventions.
The role ensures that income-generating activities, savings groups, and economic strengthening supports are well designed, implemented, and monitored for results.
The officer works closely with community structures, technical assistants, and local stakeholders to ensure interventions are aligned with project goals and donor standards.
This position directly contributes to building household resilience, promoting financial inclusion, and supporting women’s economic independence.
The Livelihood Officer will guide beneficiaries to select appropriate income-generating activities based on skills, market opportunities, and risk assessments.
You will oversee the formation and strengthening of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and support savings and loan systems at community level.
The role also includes supervising field teams, reviewing reports, identifying risks, and taking corrective action to improve performance.
By strengthening livelihoods, this role helps families withstand shocks and build sustainable futures.
This position offers strong professional growth, exposure to integrated development programs, and leadership experience in community-based projects.
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Management, Agriculture, Development Studies, Rural Development, or a related field from a recognized institution.
Additional training in livelihoods, small business development, or community facilitation is an advantage.
Work Experience
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in livelihoods, economic strengthening, or community development programs.
Experience working with vulnerable women or low-income households is essential.
Prior experience with SHGs, VSLAs, or women-focused livelihood programs is highly desirable.
Required Skills and Competencies
Strong understanding of income-generating activities and small business support.
Excellent facilitation and community engagement skills.
Ability to supervise field teams and ensure quality implementation.
Strong problem-solving and beneficiary-focused approach.
Basic data collection, documentation, and reporting skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Strong commitment to safeguarding, gender equality, and inclusion.
Adaptability and ability to work under pressure in field conditions.
Job Location
Field Office, West Hararghe Zone, Chiro Town, Ethiopia
Employment Type and Salary
Full-time, fixed-term, project-based contract.
Initial duration is 6 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding.
Gross monthly salary ranges from 60,000 to 70,000 ETB, fixed to the current USD exchange rate.
Additional benefits include phone communication package, medical insurance for the employee and eligible dependents, and a monthly transportation allowance.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must complete the official online application form using the link below:
https://forms.gle/waniDVFvw9NYgx8i7
Applications sent by email or with attachments will not be accepted.
Do not submit scanned certificates or attachments at any stage unless formally requested by the organization.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This role offers a meaningful career path, professional growth, and the opportunity to empower communities through sustainable livelihoods.