Ventures jobs

Management - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Kotu, Debre Birhan

General Manager - Pharo Edible Oil Plant

We are looking for a General Manager (GM) to take full operational and commercial responsibility of the Edible Oil Plant, with approximately USD5 million in annual revenue. The GM will lead all core functions of the plant including production, sourcing, logistics, quality, sales, and finance. The ideal candidate is a hands-on business leader with strong operational capabilities, commercial insight, and a proven track record in running autonomous, export-oriented manufacturing operations.

Facilities and Maintenance - Assosa, Ethiopia

Farm Manager

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Farm Manager to lead agricultural development projects at our schools in Homosha and Assosa and guest house in Assosa. This role will focus on building diversified, small-scale farms that serve both educational and food production purposes, including gardening, irrigation, livestock, and student engagement.

Construction - Hargeisa, Somaliland

Concrete Batching Plant Operations Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced and technically sound Concrete Batching Plant Operations Supervisor to manage and oversee daily operations of our concrete production plant. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of leadership, technical, and process optimization experience to ensure high-quality concrete production, plant efficiency, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. A background in industrial or construction-based operations is essential.

Research & Evaluation - Nairobi, Kenya

Junior Analyst

We are seeking a talented and motivated Junior Analyst to join our Research and Evaluation team. In this dynamic role, you will support our foundation's dual mission by conducting program monitoring and evaluation for Pharo Development while also performing investment analysis and market research for Pharo Ventures. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both social impact initiatives and sustainable investment strategies in emerging markets.

In this exciting role, the ideal candidate will have the opportunity to apply their innovative thinking and analytical mindset to shape the direction of a dynamic, growing organisation dedicated to transforming the lives of millions across Africa.

Sales and marketing - Ethiopia

Head of Sales and Business Development – Export Markets

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven Head of Sales and Business Development to lead client acquisition and drive market expansion for our unrefined speciality oil products. You will be responsible for securing agreements across local, regional, and international markets, playing a key role in accelerating business growth and strengthening Pharo Ventures' presence globally.

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced sales professional with a strong background in export sales, international trade, and the edible oil industry. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving market expansion, establishing long-term client relationships, and exceeding sales targets.

This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the global growth of our unrefined speciality oil division, contributing to both sales performance and strategic market development.

IT - Ethiopia

IT Officer

As an IT Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the IT infrastructure and systems within Pharo Ventures, ensuring the organization’s information systems and applications function smoothly. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining these systems while collaborating with teams across our offices. Your work will be crucial to ensuring the efficient and secure operation of our technology, ultimately enabling the Foundation’s business objectives to be met.