Income Generating Activity (IGA) Officer

Internal and External Job Vacancy Advertisement -IGA Officer.

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Organization: Good Neighbors International

Closing Date: February 4, 2026

Job Description

Good Neighbors Ethiopia (GNE) is a humanitarian, non-governmental organization that has been implementing child sponsorship and community development programs in Ethiopia for the past 27 years, since 1997. GNE is a Korea-based organization re-registered in Ethiopia as a charity organization with Certificate No. 1135 and operates in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Agency for Civil Society Organizations.

GNE is committed to improving the lives of marginalized communities through initiatives in child protection, education, basic health services, income-generating activities (IGAs), humanitarian and emergency response, livelihood support for refugees and host communities, as well as climate and environmental programs.

Currently, GNE operates in eight regions and one city administration, including Oromia, Amhara, Tigray, Benishangul-Gumuz, Somali, Sidama, South Ethiopia, and Central Ethiopia regions, as well as the Addis Ababa City Administration.

Job Summary

Good Neighbors Ethiopia is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial IGA Officer to lead our livelihood intervention programs. You will be responsible for transforming vulnerable households into self-reliant entrepreneurs by identifying market opportunities and providing technical business support.

Job Details

Job Position: Income Generating Activity (IGA) Officer
Reports to: IGD Manager
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Employment Type: One-year contract with possibility of extension based on performance
Number Required: One (1)
Salary & Benefits: As per the organization’s scale

Key Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and monitor Income Generating Activity (IGA) interventions
Conduct beneficiary assessments and follow up IGA support
Prepare activity, monthly, and quarterly reports
Coordinate with field teams and relevant stakeholders
Provide technical support and capacity building to beneficiaries
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Conduct market assessments and value-chain analysis in project intervention areas.
Organize and facilitate Business Skill Trainings (BST) for beneficiaries.
Oversee the distribution and monitoring of start-up kits and revolving funds.
Establish sustainable market linkages between local producers and wholesalers.

Requirements

BA or BSc, MA or MSc in Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Agriculture, or related fields.
Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in IGA or livelihood programs
Experience working with NGOs is an asset
Strong reporting, communication, and computer skills

Required Skills

Ability to develop long-term influence strategies based on program evidence.
Ability to work under pressure and meet targets

Desired Skills

Data analysis
Communication
Business Administration,
Documentation

How to Apply

If you are interested and fulfill the minimum requirements, please apply by sending a cover letter, updated CV, and relevant documents to: recruitmentgne2023@gmail.com. The deadline for the application is five working days from the vacancy postdate.

Only short-listed applicants will be considered for the exam.
Women are highly encouraged.
The interview and exam will be held at Good Neighbors Ethiopia Head office.
Please clearly indicate the current or last salary scale and your expectation on the salary in the cover letter.
Use “IG Officer (GNE)” as the subject line of your email!
The application can be closed before the deadline if competent applicants are applied so early application is advisable.
For further information call: Phone: +251-115-578-614 (Addis Ababa)