Vacancy title:
Production Specialist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Agribusiness, Agricultural Services & Products, Farming & Outdoors, Science & Engineering, Agronomist]

Jobs at:
Green Livelihoods (GL)

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, March 27 2026

Duty Station:
Lilongwe | Lilongwe

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 20 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

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.

Role Summary

The Production Specialist will provide technical leadership on agricultural production, focusing on improving productivity, quality, and sustainability in the soya and sunflower value chains. The role includes supervising Project Officers and ensuring quality field implementation.

Responsibilities or duties

• Provide technical leadership on crop production and agronomy
• Promote improved seed varieties and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
• Establish and supervise demonstration plots
• Support pest and disease management
• Promote climate smart agriculture practices
• Supervise and mentor Project Officers
• Lead farmer and staff trainings
• Coordinate with government extension services and stakeholders
• Track production indicators and support evaluations
• Document best practices and lessons learned

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field
• Master’s degree is an added advantage
• Valid motorcycle riding license

Experience needed

• 5–7 years’ experience in agricultural production or extension
• Demonstrated supervisory experience
• Experience in oilseed/legume value chains preferred
• Strong reporting and analytical skills

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Suitably qualified candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply.

Applications should include:

• A cover letter outlining motivation and suitability
• A detailed CV highlighting relevant qualifications and experience

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Deadline: 27th March 2026

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Green Livelihoods is an equal opportunity employer. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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