Vacancy title:
Agribusiness Specialist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Agribusiness, Agricultural Services & Products, Business Operations, Social Services & Nonprofit]

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.

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.

Responsibilities or duties

The Agribusiness Specialist will lead agribusiness development, commercialization, and market systems strengthening interventions. The role focuses on improving profitability, market access, and financial inclusion for farmer enterprises.

• Lead agribusiness and commercialization strategies
• Conduct value chain and market analyses
• Develop business models and enterprise strategies
• Facilitate market linkages and private sector engagement
• Promote value addition and structured markets
• Support access to finance and financial literacy
• Mentor FBOs and cooperatives
• Track agribusiness performance indicators
• Support business training and BDS collaboration
• Build partnerships with financial institutions and private sector
• Contribute to reporting and knowledge management

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

Experience needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, or related field
• Master’s degree is an added advantage
• 5–7 years’ experience in agribusiness or value chain development
• Experience with farmer organizations and SMEs
• Experience in market linkages and rural finance
• Strong analytical, facilitation, and reporting 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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