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Full Time

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// Technical Assistants III The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire forty Technical Assistants III who will be responsible for undertaking the communication and community mobilization activities of the project in the respective project regions. They will sensitize communities on project objectives and activities and be responsible for day to day activity implementation. They shall also coordinate technical and logistical arrangements for the project activities at community level, engaging community groups and structure and liaising with all stakeholder at the local level. They will be members of icipe Ethiopia office which is located in 40 Woredas in SNNP, Oromia, Amhara and Tigray Regions, Ethiopia General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNPR); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Assist beneficiary targeting and selection process in accordance with project’s policy for target beneficiary selection and as stipulated in the project document Support in conducting baseline surveys and assist in data collection based on needs identified under the supervision of the project manager Assist in establishing of honey and silk value chains, training and collection centres Assist in the honey and silk post-harvest processes Assist in training farmers and extension agents on improved beekeeping and sericulture technologies Assist in liaising with the district Ministry of Agriculture and Administrative offices to facilitate the project Maintain good working relationship with staff and partners Provide technical support to community workers at their working sites/kebeles Prepare and follow up on a day to day and weekly activity plans Minimum Requirements: Education: High school certificate plus certificate in relevant field Or Diploma in Agriculture or other relevant field of study Knowledge in relevant field and use of simple tools and equipment Experience: High school certificate with three years of relevant experience on Agriculture or relevant fields. Diploma with one year of relevant experience on Agriculture or relevant fields. Experience in participation in community mobilization and social works will be an advantage. Hands-on experience in working with community development activities. Skills : Valid driving license to ride a motorbike will be an advantage. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural work environment. Good working knowledge of written and spoken English essential. Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information at various levels. Core Competencies : Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office software. Disciplinary and multi-institutional work environment Duty Station : In 40 woredas of Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region (SNNPR), Oromia, Amhara and Tigray Regions, Ethiopia PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICANTS NEED TO SPECIFY THE REGION THEY ARE APPLYING FOR. Position level: HG 9. Minimum Base salary : Birr 8,500 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. Applications: Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: TA/53/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019 .

Oct 19, 2019

Full Time

Field Accountant

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// Field Accountant The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Field Accountant who will be responsible for assuring adherence to icipe financial policies, project policies and procedures, regulations, controls, and reporting systems at the field office. The Field Accountant will provide accounting and financial analysis support to the field office and will ensure submission of financial reports based on internal deadlines. This position will ensure compliance of all accounting and financial reporting functions and ensure project internal controls are established at the region and implemented in accordance with the centre’s policies and the terms of the project contract. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Verifies all supplier invoices for accuracy and matching to receipt of services and goods. Ensures that all payment vouchers have correct account & budget codes, Ensures the travel authorization is correct, approved and in compliance with icipe travel policy requirements Performs accurate and timely processing of invoices, advances and reimbursements Prepares operation budgets and cash forecast for field offices Prepares and submits monthly reconciliation reports for review Monitors, prepares and submits details of outstanding advances, commitment, and sub-grant reports as applicable Prepare payments to suppliers, staff advances and event participants at the regional office; Ensures all staff advance settlements are processed in a timely manner Maintains records of payments and ensures that documentation on all payments are complete, accurate, and in line with icipe policies Ensures timely deposit of cash receipts (e.g. float surrenders) Handles petty cash of the field office and maintains proper petty cash recording Prepares petty cash payment voucher and processes cash payment within approved cash limit of the project Prepares bank reconciliations and routinely monitors bank account balances to ensure for an adequate cash float level to meet needs Ensures all financial document are delivered to icipe Addis country office in a timely manner and maintain a copy all documents for documentation; Responds to audit queries and follows up on audit recommendations Analyzes and reconciles project inventory and assets on a regular basis Minimum Requirements: Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. Relevant professional certification Broad / specialized knowledge of methods, techniques and processes Experience: Minimum of five years’ work experience in a position with similar responsibilities, preferably with an international organizations or Non-Governmental Organizations. Skills : Advanced skill in computer (Microsoft Word, Excel and Accounting software) Good written and oral communication in English language Integrity and capacity to keep confidential information Ability to organize work and archives efficiently Ability to work under pressure Ability to work in a multi-cultural organization Knowledge of ABW-OCS is an added advantage Core Competencies : Ability to detect and report inconsistencies Accuracy and completeness with great attention to detail Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results oriented. Experience working effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional work environment Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Position level: HG 13 Minimum Base salary : Birr 19,112 per month (Negotiable depending salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications: Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: FA/40/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019 .

Oct 19, 2019

Full Time

Program Development Officer

Creative Associates International Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// Job Background: Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic development and post-crisis stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. Position Summary: Creative Associates seeks a Program Development Officer for a short-term engagement (up to 6 months) to support a grants program in Ethiopia. The Program Development Officer (PDO) is responsible for grass-roots development of project concepts and activity submissions. The PDO will interact with community groups, non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations, associations, and other groups implementing funded activities or potential partners for activities. Reporting & Supervision: The PDO reports to the Deputy Regional Team Leader. Primary Responsibilities: The PDO will have principal responsibility for: Drafting project ideas with estimated budgets and present them in internal Activity Review meetings for yellow-light consideration; Developing and maintaining positive working relations with grantees, local partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries in target communities, districts, and regions; Providing assistance to potential local partners and grantees in the design of activities to include brief description of activities to be implemented, objectives, timelines for implementation, expected results and plan for how activity will be monitored and evaluated (objectives, expected results, indicators, timeline, etc.) with the support of the Grants Assistant; Conducting political analysis, impact assessment, and participate in strategy development to advance the program goals; Monitoring activity implementation through desk review of reports, regular site visits when possible, and triangulation with external sources of data on activity; Becoming familiar and complying with all Creative and USAID procedures and manuals (e.g., Activity Management Guide; Activity Cycle Flowchart; Field Procurement Guide; and Operational Communications, Emergency, Information, and Physical Security Plans); Attending focus group discussions and program activities to derive lessons learned to inform future project activities; and Periodically traveling to target communities around Ethiopia to meet with partners and beneficiaries and monitor activities. Required Skills & Qualifications: Four-year university degree in political science, development, sociology, law, social or political science, or other development-related field; Minimum of five (5) years of general work history is required, as well as three (3) years’ work experience with local communities and local organizations or a related field is required; Experience with sub-grants management in Ethiopia; In-depth knowledge of Ethiopia, other target communities where the program is operating, and the ability to identify potential interventions that will contribute toward program strategy and objectives; Demonstrated experience working with civil society or government entities on issues including but not limited to social change, institutional strengthening, peacebuilding and conflict mitigation strongly preferred; Demonstrated ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects; Proven records maintenance and database management skills; Speaking, writing and reading fluency in English and Amharic; and Existing authorization to work in Ethiopia. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Oct 19, 2019

Full Time

Young Leaders Programme Fellow - Africa Delivery Hub

McKinsey & Company Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// Young Leaders Programme Fellow - Africa Delivery Hub Addis Ababa JOB QUALIFICATIONS Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively - both verbally and in writing - in English and the local language An undergraduate degree with an excellent record of academic achievement Fewer than 2 years of continuous work experience in any industry Great potential in leadership, problem solving and entrepreneurial drive WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH You'll work in our Addis Ababa office as part of the Young Leaders Programme for the Africa Delivery Hub (ADH). McKinsey's Africa Delivery Hub helps governments and social-sector institutions to address complex public and social challenges. Our purpose is to drive significant, tangible, and lasting improvements in service delivery to African citizens. We work to support high-performing schools, effective health systems, improved infrastructure, reliable power supplies, efficient food production, increased investment, and economic growth. The Young Leaders Program (YLP) is a 2 year full time consulting program that develops exceptional young local talent into real leaders. You'll work in teams of typically 3-5 consultants, playing an active role in all aspects of the client engagement. WHAT YOU'LL DO You'll collaborate with colleagues and clients to solve their toughest business problems. This includes gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations. You'll also have the opportunity to present results to client management, and implement recommendations in collaboration with client team members. In this role you will gain new skills and build on the strengths you bring to the firm. Young Leaders receive exceptional training as well as frequent coaching and mentoring from colleagues on their teams. This support includes a Partner from your local office or the practice assigned to you to help guide your career as well as formal training in your 2- 3 years. Additionally, you'll receive guidance and support from your local office in the selection of client projects, helping you to develop your skills and build your network. McKinsey & Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Oct 19, 2019

Full Time

Procurement Assistant

United Nations -Ethiopia Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// Org. Setting and Reporting Established by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations (UN) in 1958 as one of the UN's five regional commissions, ECA's mandate is to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster intra-regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa's development. Made up of 54 member States, and playing a dual role as a regional arm of the UN and as a key component of the African institutional landscape, ECA is well positioned to make unique contributions to address the Continent's development challenges. The strategic objective of ECA is framed around delivering ideas and actions for an empowered, inclusive and transformed Africa in the framework of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable development and Agenda 2063 of the African Union through its three core functions, namely, its function as a think tank, its convening function and its operational function.Org. Setting and Reporting. This positions is located in the Procurement Unit within the Supply Chain Management Section of the Division of Administration. The incumbent will report to the Procurement Officer or head of section/unit. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Procurement Assistant is responsible for the following duties: •Reviews, records and prioritizes purchasing requests and obtains additional information/documentation as required; provides assistance to requisitioners in preparing scope of work and specifications of goods and services; proposes product substitutions consistent with requirements to achieve cost savings; determines the availability of funding sources; •Identify and recommend sources of procurement; interview potential suppliers; •Produces tender documents (e.g. Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotation) based on the nature of the requirements and cost of procurement involved; •Prepares abstracts of offers and compile data contained in quotations, proposals and bids to determine which supplier can deliver the required goods/services at the best terms and lowest costs possible with due consideration to quality, delivery time, prompt payment and other discounts, transportation costs, etc; •Enters into negotiation of terms and conditions of orders under the guidance of Procurement Officers; obtains credit and other information on proposed suppliers; •Finalizes purchase orders and contracts for approval by the Procurement Officer; may authorize purchases in line with delegated signature authority, and, if required, prepares submission to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official; •Resolves issues/problems related to delivered goods, including discrepancies between purchase orders and items/quantities shipped or received; prepares and signs Return to Vendor forms for unacceptable and/or damaged goods received; •Maintains relevant internal databases and files; keeps track of any contractual agreements, direct provisioning contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations; •Researches, retrieves and presents information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market; •Drafts a variety of correspondence; •Supervises and assigns and reviews the work of more junior staff; •Performs other duties as assigned. Competencies •PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of procurement policies, processes and procedures and of purchasing and accounting techniques. Knowledge of financial rules and regulations and ability to research and gather information from a variety of standard sources and to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. •COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. •TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Education High school diploma or equivalent. Must have passed the United Nations Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices Away from Headquarters. Work Experience Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement administration or related areas is required. Three (3) years of experience in the UN common system or in an international public organization. At least two (2) years of procurement experience is desirable. Experience in Contract Management and/or Contract Administration is also desirable. Experience working with an ERP system in the area of purchasing and/or supply chain is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice .Temporary appointment to this position is limited to 31 December 2019 as it may be impacted by GSDM. The extension of appointment of the selected candidate will be contingent on the funding of this post. If the selected candidate is an internal staff member of the UN Secretariat, the selection will be recorded as a temporary assignment. . Recruitment for this position is done on a local basis. Priority consideration for this job opening will be given to the staff members of the United Nations Secretariat who serve in the duty station specified in the job opening, and hold a fixed-term appointment without service limitation to a specific entity or with service limitation to the entity advertising this position. Other candidates who are exceptionally considered and selected for this job opening may only be employed on the basis of a temporary appointment. Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Service category in the United Nations Secretariat. Having passed the Administrative Assessment Support Test (ASAT) in English at Headquarters, ECA, ESCWA, UNOG, UNOV, ICTR, or ICTY may be recognized in place of the GGST, pending confirmation of validity. . The United Nations is Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. . Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. . The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. . An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. 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Oct 19, 2019

Full Time

Senior Legal Adviser

WORLD BANK GROUP (WBG) World Bank Ethiopia, Airport Road, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// Background Currently, Ethiopia is one of the largest refugee hosting countries in Africa. At the end of 2018, the total refugee population hosted in the country was more than 900,000, displaced by droughts/famine, conflicts and civil wars in the region and beyond. Since the outbreak of the civil war in South Sudan in 2013, close to half a million South Sudanese refugees have sought asylum in Ethiopia. Equally important is to take note that most of the Eritrean, Somali, Sudan and South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia are in a protracted displacement situation. Most refugees are hosted in Tigray Regional State and the four Emerging Regions of Ethiopia (i.e., Afar Regional State, Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State, the Gambella Regional State and Somali Regional State). The Emerging Regions are those Federal States that are underserved and located in the periphery, i.e. bordering the countries that are producing asylum seekers/refugees, characterized by harsh weather conditions, poor infrastructure, low implementing capacity, high levels of poverty and very poor development indicators with poor provision of basic services. There are instances where refugees are getting better basic services compared to the communities that are hosting them. Ethiopia is a State party to the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees, and its 1967 Protocol, as well as to the 1969 Organization of African Union (OAU) Convention Governing the Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa. Based on the international and regional refugee instruments/conventions, the Government of Ethiopia has also enacted the 2004 Refugee Proclamation (Proclamation No. 409/2004) and the new refugee legislation which is even more progressive, that was enacted by the Federal Parliament in January 2019. Notwithstanding the ever-increasing number of asylum seekers crossing boarders into the country, Ethiopia maintains an open-door policy for those who seek refuge in its territory and allow humanitarian access and protection. Furthermore, the Government of the Ethiopia is taking perceptible actions or steps to ensure the safety and dignity of refugees, as well as increasing self-reliance. In September 2016, Ethiopia alongside the United States, co-chaired the Leaders' Summit on the Global Refugee Crisis. The main tenets of the New York declaration are to: (i) ease pressure on host countries, (ii) enhance refugee self-reliance, (iii) expand access to third-country solutions, and, (iv) support conditions in countries of origin for return in safety and dignity. The Government of Ethiopia announced nine significant pledges, relating to the betterment of life of refugees and service delivery to the same group. The New York Declaration also emphasizes the need to engage development actors in a sustainable response for refugees and host communities, the ‘Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework’ (CRRF). CRRF promotes inclusion of refugees in the delivery of national services and national development plans and programmes, supporting these priorities where possible. The CRRF also aims to bring on board partners into the refugee response, including those who have been less involved, by mobilizing their respective areas of expertise and interest to contribute to a broad-based response. Organizational Context The roll-out of the CRRF in Ethiopia requires intensive efforts, including consultations with a broad range of internal and external interlocutors at national, regional and district levels – in particular, the various government offices that need to be involved as part of the CRRF roll-out. The CRRF in Ethiopia aims to address the protracted refugee situation and provide support to local integration of refugees in the country. Special attention has been given to the implementation of the pledges made by the Government during the Leaders’ Summit. The CRRF will build on and complement existing strategies, coordination and funding mechanisms, incorporating both humanitarian and development actors. In particular, concerted efforts are being made to consolidate the partnership with development actors with a view to bridging the gap between humanitarian and development interventions. Against this background, the World Bank is hiring a Senior Legal Adviser to provide technical assistance to the Agency for Refugee and Returnee Affairs (ARRA) and support the roll-out of the CRRF. Duties and Responsibility The Senior Legal Adviser (the Short-Term Consultant) will work under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director General of the Agency for Refugee and Returnee Affairs (ARRA) and under the direct supervision of the World Bank Task Team Leader. The Consultant will support ARRA on trends and policy formulation related to the CRRF. In particular, the Consultant will: Provide advice to ARRA’s senior management team and staff at all levels on international, regional and national laws related to refugees Advise on the preparation for regulations, directives, manuals and guidelines that meets basic requirements of Government and donors Strengthen ARRA’s institutional and staff capacities on legal issues related to refugees including through provision of trainings Perform other related duties as required. Proposed Outputs Develop work plan for activities in FY2019/2020 (Oct. 2019 to June 30, 2020) Submission of timely and high-quality outputs as agreed in the workplan that reflects all feedback provided by the World Bank and ARRA Produce bi-monthly email reports (1 page) on progress related to the workplan and any other relevant issues related to socio-economic development-related activities to be submitted to ARRA and WB. Series of capacity-building and training events for ARRA staff to assume responsibility for legal issues related to refugees in a sustainable way. Duration: Until June 30, 2020 Job Requirements Minimum Qualification Advanced Legal Degree related to international or national refugee law. Work Experience: At least ten years of experience, which includes working within the Government of Ethiopia as well as an international humanitarian, development, or financial institution on refugee law; Demonstrated experience working with national, regional or local governments on refugee law; Good understanding of the development context in Ethiopia, including the country’s governance structure; Prior experience in advising senior government officials ( desirable ); Strong understanding of processes of the World Bank, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and other humanitarian or development agencies; and Experience of working on synergies between the humanitarian-development nexus. How to Apply Please submit your CV, motivation letter and list of references to falqobi@worldbank.org by end of day, October 25, 2019. Only short-listed candidate will be contacted.

Oct 19, 2019

Full Time

Senior Socio-Economic Rresearcher

WORLD BANK GROUP (WBG) World Bank Ethiopia, Airport Road, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Terms of Reference Short Term Consultant (STC) Background Currently, Ethiopia is one of the largest refugee hosting countries in Africa. At the end of 2018, the total refugee population hosted in the country was more than 900,000, displaced by droughts/famine, conflicts and civil wars in the region and beyond. Since the outbreak of the civil war in South Sudan in 2013, close to half a million South Sudanese refugees have sought asylum in Ethiopia. Equally important is to take note that most of the Eritrean, Somali, Sudan and South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia are in a protracted displacement situation. Most refugees are hosted in Tigray Regional State and the four Emerging Regions of Ethiopia (i.e., Afar Regional State, Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State, the Gambella Regional State and Somali Regional State). The Emerging Regions are those Federal States that are underserved and located in the periphery, i.e. bordering the countries that are producing asylum seekers/refugees, characterized by harsh weather conditions, poor infrastructure, low implementing capacity, high levels of poverty and very poor development indicators with poor provision of basic services. There are instances where refugees are getting better basic services compared to the communities that are hosting them. Ethiopia is a State party to the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees, and its 1967 Protocol, as well as to the 1969 Organization of African Union (OAU) Convention Governing the Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa. Based on the international and regional refugee instruments/conventions, the Government of Ethiopia has also enacted the 2004 Refugee Proclamation (Proclamation No. 409/2004) and the new refugee legislation which is even more progressive, that was enacted by the Federal Parliament in January 2019. Notwithstanding the ever-increasing number of asylum seekers crossing boarders into the country, Ethiopia maintains an open-door policy for those who seek refuge in its territory and allow humanitarian access and protection. Furthermore, the Government of the Ethiopia is taking perceptible actions or steps to ensure the safety and dignity of refugees, as well as increasing self-reliance. In September 2016, Ethiopia alongside the United States, co-chaired the Leaders' Summit on the Global Refugee Crisis. The main tenets of the New York declaration are to: (i) ease pressure on host countries, (ii) enhance refugee self-reliance, (iii) expand access to third-country solutions, and, (iv) support conditions in countries of origin for return in safety and dignity. The Government of Ethiopia announced nine significant pledges, relating to the betterment of life of refugees and service delivery to the same group. The New York Declaration also emphasizes the need to engage development actors in a sustainable response for refugees and host communities, the ‘Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework’ (CRRF). CRRF promotes inclusion of refugees in the delivery of national services and national development plans and programmes, supporting these priorities where possible. The CRRF also aims to bring on board partners into the refugee response, including those who have been less involved, by mobilizing their respective areas of expertise and interest to contribute to a broad-based response. Organizational Context The roll-out of the CRRF in Ethiopia requires intensive efforts, including consultations with a broad range of internal and external interlocutors at national, regional and district levels – in particular, the various government offices that need to be involved as part of the CRRF roll-out. The CRRF in Ethiopia aims to address the protracted refugee situation and provide support to local integration of refugees in the country. Special attention has been given to the implementation of the pledges made by the Government during the Leaders’ Summit. The CRRF will build on and complement existing strategies, coordination and funding mechanisms, incorporating both humanitarian and development actors. In particular, concerted efforts are being made to consolidate the partnership with development actors with a view to bridging the gap between humanitarian and development interventions. Against this background, the World Bank is hiring a Senior Socio-Economic Researcher to provide technical assistance to the Agency for Refugee and Returnee Affairs (ARRA) and support the roll-out of the CRRF. Duties and Responsibility The Senior Socio-Economic Researcher (the Short-Term Consultant) will work under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director General of the Agency for Refugee and Returnee Affairs (ARRA) and under the direct supervision of the World Bank Task Team Leader. The Consultant will support ARRA on research and knowledge management related to the CRRF. In particular, the Consultant will: Create a store of knowledge, information, studies, assessments, and evaluations that can support all stakeholders working in the implementation of the pledges, the new refugee proclamation, the NCRRS and others; Assemble reports, assessments, studies, and other relevant research from a wide variety of sources; prepare brief descriptions of each piece of work; Advise on the methodological soundness of those researches that are commissioned and carries out by external actors. Thoroughly review draft research concept notes and reports and conduct need based research on prioritized topics; Closely work with relevant staffs within ARRA to ensure that research reports are timely uploaded to the ARRA’s website, existing work is reviewed before new work in planned, and that results are shared with relevant actors; Work with relevant units within ARRA and partners to define priority areas for research or assessments, and prepare a research plan with estimates of required resources Propose methodologies for the studies required, and oversee the design and implementation to ensure they are methodologically sound; Identify capacity-building needs related to research and knowledge management and deliver capacity building and training activities for ARRA. Perform other related duties as required. Proposed Outputs Develop work plan for activities in FY2019/2020 (Oct. 2019 to June 30, 2020) Submission of timely and high-quality outputs as agreed in the workplan that reflects all feedback provided by the World Bank and ARRA Produce bi-monthly email reports (1 page) on progress related to the workplan and any other relevant issues related to socio-economic development-related activities to be submitted to ARRA and WB. Series of capacity-building and training events for ARRA staff to assume responsibility for socio-economic related aspects in a sustainable way. Duration: Until June 30, 2020 Job Requirements Minimum Qualification Advanced Research Degree in the field of Social Sciences, preferably Economic and/or Development Studies. Work Experience: At least ten years of research experience, which includes working within the Government of Ethiopia, an international development agency or an international financial institution on local economic development and area-based development projects; Demonstrated experience working with national, regional or local governments on development planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of research; Good understanding of the development context in Ethiopia, including the country’s governance structure; Prior experience in advising senior government officials ( desirable ); Strong understanding of processes of the World Bank, the African Development Bank or any other international financial institutions; and Experience of working on synergies between the humanitarian-development nexus. How to Apply Please submit your CV, motivation letter and list of references to falqobi@worldbank.org by end of day, October 25, 2019. Only short-listed candidate will be contacted.

Oct 19, 2019

Full Time

Senior Socio-Economic Adviser

WORLD BANK GROUP (WBG) World Bank Ethiopia, Airport Road, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// Short Term Consultant (STC) Terms of Reference – Senior Socio-Economic Adviser Background Currently, Ethiopia is one of the largest refugee hosting countries in Africa. At the end of 2018, the total refugee population hosted in the country was more than 900,000, displaced by droughts/famine, conflicts and civil wars in the region and beyond. Since the outbreak of the civil war in South Sudan in 2013, close to half a million South Sudanese refugees have sought asylum in Ethiopia. Equally important is to take note that most of the Eritrean, Somali, Sudan and South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia are in a protracted displacement situation. Most refugees are hosted in Tigray Regional State and the four Emerging Regions of Ethiopia (i.e., Afar Regional State, Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State, the Gambella Regional State and Somali Regional State). The Emerging Regions are those Federal States that are underserved and located in the periphery, i.e. bordering the countries that are producing asylum seekers/refugees, characterized by harsh weather conditions, poor infrastructure, low implementing capacity, high levels of poverty and very poor development indicators with poor provision of basic services. There are instances where refugees are getting better basic services compared to the communities that are hosting them. Ethiopia is a State party to the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees, and its 1967 Protocol, as well as to the 1969 Organization of African Union (OAU) Convention Governing the Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa. Based on the international and regional refugee instruments/conventions, the Government of Ethiopia has also enacted the 2004 Refugee Proclamation (Proclamation No. 409/2004) and the new refugee legislation which is even more progressive, that was enacted by the Federal Parliament in January 2019. Notwithstanding the ever-increasing number of asylum seekers crossing boarders into the country, Ethiopia maintains an open-door policy for those who seek refuge in its territory and allow humanitarian access and protection. Furthermore, the Government of the Ethiopia is taking perceptible actions or steps to ensure the safety and dignity of refugees, as well as increasing self-reliance. In September 2016, Ethiopia alongside the United States, co-chaired the Leaders' Summit on the Global Refugee Crisis. The main tenets of the New York declaration are to: (i) ease pressure on host countries, (ii) enhance refugee self-reliance, (iii) expand access to third-country solutions, and, (iv) support conditions in countries of origin for return in safety and dignity. The Government of Ethiopia announced nine significant pledges, relating to the betterment of life of refugees and service delivery to the same group. The New York Declaration also emphasizes the need to engage development actors in a sustainable response for refugees and host communities, the ‘Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework’ (CRRF). CRRF promotes inclusion of refugees in the delivery of national services and national development plans and programmes, supporting these priorities where possible. The CRRF also aims to bring on board partners into the refugee response, including those who have been less involved, by mobilizing their respective areas of expertise and interest to contribute to a broad-based response. Organizational Context The roll-out of the CRRF in Ethiopia requires intensive efforts, including consultations with a broad range of internal and external interlocutors at national, regional and district levels – in particular, the various government offices that need to be involved as part of the CRRF roll-out. The CRRF in Ethiopia aims to address the protracted refugee situation and provide support to local integration of refugees in the country. Special attention has been given to the implementation of the pledges made by the Government during the Leaders’ Summit. The CRRF will build on and complement existing strategies, coordination and funding mechanisms, incorporating both humanitarian and development actors. In particular, concerted efforts are being made to consolidate the partnership with development actors with a view to bridging the gap between humanitarian and development interventions. Against this background, the World Bank is hiring a Senior Socio-Economic Adviser to provide technical assistance to the Agency for Refugee and Returnee Affairs (ARRA) and support the roll-out of the CRRF. Duties and Responsibility The Senior Socio-Economic Adviser (the Short-Term Consultant) will work under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director General of the Agency for Refugee and Returnee Affairs (ARRA) and under the direct supervision of the World Bank Task Team Leader. The Consultant will support ARRA on trends and policy formulation on refugee and host community socio-economic development aspects. In particular, the Consultant will: Advise ARRA management on policy and development approaches related to socio-economic aspects Provide advice and guidance on refugee-related socio-economic development issues to ARRA leadership at the Addis Ababa and field levels to ensure that development considerations are properly taken into account, in particular those related to the operationalization of the nine pledges, and the National Comprehensive Refugee Response Strategy (NCRRS) and its plan of action; Advise ARRA Senior Management in areas of socio-economic inclusion, enhancing enabling environment and facilitate engagements with development initiatives and livelihoods and job creation coordination; Monitor the emerging trends and policy debates on refugee and host community related to socio-economic development issues in Ethiopia and in the Horn of Africa and share with Senior Management, as appropriate; Reflect the government positions on policy, advocacy and programming issues as they relate to the protection, resilience and solutions of refugees with medium-term economic and social development programs; Ensure that development projects and interventions impacting refugees and host communities are designed and implemented in close collaboration with ARRA and in a manner that ensures that protection issues are fully and adequately addressed; Contribute to strengthening the knowledge base and capacity on socio-economic development within ARRA In coordination with other relevant staff, advice on research program, undertake policy analysis and provide inputs to various CRRF-related reports and analytical activities related to socio-economic development issues; Advise on socio-economic development-related capacity building efforts within ARRA and deliver capacity building and training activities for ARRA, other governments entities and partners; Advise on choice of indicators for M&E plans and systems, covering both macro and micro-economic status and performance; Support ARRA management on dialogue and coordination Liaise and facilitate dialogue with relevant government, non-governmental and development partners including the private sector on all socio-economic on all socio-economic development-related issues affecting refugees and host communities; Contribute to policy dialogue and operational engagement with the various Government of Ethiopia entities, UN agencies, development and humanitarian partners, multilateral, private sector, and donors; Ensure good communication and coordination among ARRA teams, donors, UN Agencies and other partners; Contribute to national, regional and woreda-level CRRF-related inter-agency initiatives on socio-economic issues; Perform other related duties as required. Proposed Outputs Develop work plan for activities in FY2019/2020 (Oct. 2019 to June 30, 2020) Submission of timely and high-quality outputs as agreed in the workplan that reflects all feedback provided by the World Bank and ARRA Produce bi-monthly email reports (1 page) on progress related to the workplan and any other relevant issues related to socio-economic development-related activities to be submitted to ARRA and WB. Series of capacity-building and training events for ARRA staff to assume responsibility for socio-economic related aspects in a sustainable way. Duration: Until June 30, 2020 Job Requirements Minimum Qualification Advanced Degree in the field of Social Sciences, preferably Economic and/or Development Studies. Work Experience: At least ten years of development experience, which includes working within the Government of Ethiopia, an international development agency or an international financial institution on local economic development and area-based development projects; Demonstrated experience working with national, regional or local governments on development planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation; Good understanding of the development context in Ethiopia, including the country’s governance structure; Prior experience in advising senior government officials ( desirable ); Strong understanding of processes of the World Bank, the African Development Bank or any other international financial institutions; and Experience of working on synergies between the humanitarian-development nexus. How to Apply Please submit your CV, motivation letter and list of references to falqobi@worldbank.org by end of day, October 25, 2019. Only short-listed candidate will be contacted.

Oct 19, 2019

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

Full Time

Protection Associate - Shire

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Shire, Ethiopia

// Job title: Protection Associate UNOPS ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Snr Protection Officer covering the SO Shire, and in close collaboration with the Resettlement Officer based in SO Shire. He/She has to show an ability to engage and form effective working relationship with implementing partners and any other relevant child protection actors, local authorities and refugees. RESPONSIBILITY Contribute at field level to provide legal and protection advice to refugees. Contribute to field and border monitoring activities at entry points, collection centres, and urban refugee hosting areas under the purview of the Sub-Office. Contribute at field level education, livelihood plan as part of the protection strategy Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of protection related AGD based programming with implementing and operational partners. Contribute to effective information management through the provision of disaggregated data on populations of concern and their problems Conduct BIA and BIDs for individual children and ensure that the best interests of the children is the underlying principle in the CP partners case management programmes Conduct training for the partners staff, refugee community and children in CP and related areas; Conduct BIA and BIDs for individual children and ensure that the best interests of the children is the underlying principle in the CP partners case management programmes; Support the tracing and reunification mechanisms for UAC and SC with CP partners, with effective coordination between the Registration centre to Camps, between camps and within the camps ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE EDUCATION: Completion of high school diploma and additional certificate/training in International Law, Political Science or related field is required. JOB EXPERIENCE: Relevant to the function: 3 years Previous experience performing, general protection or child protection function in Shire refugee context will be considered as asset. Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language. Key COMPETENCIES REQUIRED : - Good computer skills - Ability to draft well-reasoned protection needs assessments including BIA and BID report 1-VALUES INTEGRITY PROFESSIONALISM RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY CORE COMPETENCIES 1-CORE COMPETENCIES . ACCOUNTABILITY TEAM WORK & COLLABORATION COMMUNICATION COMMITTMENT TO CONTINOUS LEARNING CLIENT & RESULTS ORIENTATION ORGANIZATIONAL AWARENESS DESIRED : - Working knowledge of the UNHCR HRT, ProGres. - Completed Protection Learning Programme - Tigrinya speaker - Fluency in Tigraian and/or Afar'af languages will be considered an asset for the position SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS This vacancy is open for qualified Ethiopians only . Female candidates are encouraged to apply. UNHCR is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. IMPORTANT Applicants who wish to be considered for this position should send a motivation letter and factsheet/P11 Form to Human Resources Unit through the online application system. Candidates may be required to sit for an exam and interview. Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be invited for further interview. Refugees – who cares? We Do.

Oct 19, 2019

Full Time

Senior Gender Expert

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Senior Gender Expert who will drive and lead the project’s effort to advance gender equality throughout the project. S/he will lead the development and implementation of the project’s approach to gender. The gender team will collaborate, advise, and support project team, especially Impact Assessment and Monitoring & Evaluation, to expand internal capacity to design, implement gender sensitive projects and achieve project targets. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNPR); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Leads the development and implementation of the project’s approach to gender throughout its implementation. Participates in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating research activities that include and promote gender equality as well as social inclusion and local community empowerment. Leads the project’s gender team, including mentorship, coaching and performance management. Advises and collaborate with the Impact Assessment and Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication and Business and Market System teams to integrate gender across the project cycle, and to advance the project’s overall gender target. Drives the design and implementation of gender training programs for all staffs as well as support the capacity of partners on gender. Develops tools that support gender analysis and gender sensitive project implementation. Identifies and contributes to relevant learning networks and communities of practice. Represent the project at gender related events. Identifies, document, and mobilizes gender related insight and learning from the project implementation. Minimum Requirements: Education : Masters’ degree or PhD degree in social sciences, including international development, public health, gender/women’s studies or other relevant disciplines. In depth knowledge in a technical or specialized field Experience : MSc with nine years of progressive responsibility in development sector with proven track record of integrating gender equality outcomes in projects. PhD with two years of progressive responsibility in development sector with proven track record of integrating gender equality outcomes in projects. Substantial experience working with youth and women in humanitarian or international development, ideally with a focus on economic empowerment. Demonstrated expertise in developing gender analysis, design tools and trainings. Experience building capabilities in high-growth organizations. Knowledge of current issues regarding gender issues in agricultural and rural development. Familiarity with different stages of project cycle (design, implementation, supervision, monitoring and evaluation, reporting). Skills : Demonstrated ability to develop and manage multiple partnerships. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate to a variety of audiences across cultures, locations and levels of the organization. Strong English language skills, both written and spoken. Excellent interpersonal and listening skills and ability to collaborate with various teams within and outside the project Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) Core Competencies : Results oriented and sound decision making Demonstrating accountability and commitment Ability to communicate effectively and work within a team Build relationships and ability to bring people together Managing and improving team performance Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Position level: HG 16. Minimum Base salary : Birr 51,874 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: SM/50/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019 .

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Deputy Project Coordinator – Apiculture & Sericulture Development

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Deputy Project Coordinator – Apiculture & Sericulture Development who will be responsible for providing leadership in the planning, implementation and supervision of apiculture and sericulture related project activities, while also serving as sectoral manager thereof and deputize the Program Coordinator on matters pertaining to these sectoral areas. The job holder will provide technical leadership in the operational planning, capacity building and implementation of apiculture and sericulture industry development. S/he will guide and supervise project teams working in beekeeping and sericulture, post-harvest processing of honey and beeswax, silkworm rearing and working closely with the rest of the MOYESH project team in alignment with the strategy, commitments and goals of the project. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Serve as deputy project coordinator on sectoral areas (apiculture and sericulture) matters of the project and manage project teams working in these areas; Provides technical leadership to the apiculture and sericulture development activities of the project, from site selection, recruitment of youth, organization of training programs, delivery of starter kit through to facilitating market linkages; Coordinates the direction, implementation, execution, control and completion of beekeeping and sericulture development activities of the project in all project areas in the four regions (Oromia, Amhara, Tigray and SNNP); Facilitates collaborations in beekeeping and sericulture development sites with project teams working on market development and microfinance services; Manages interactions with key stakeholders, including private sector actors, engaged in apiculture and sericulture development works of the project; Manages financial resources and central and regional project teams implementing beekeeping and sericulture development; Prepares and submits regular technical progress reports in apiculture and sericulture development Participates in project performance review meetings and discussions Ensures the project’s compliance with the terms of agreement with the donor, local implementing partners and icipe ; Keeps abreast of developments within project implementations and policy changes in the country/region; Contributes to the development of new proposals when opportunities arise; Supports the project coordinator in the development, maintenance and strengthening of key strategic partnerships with the donor, local public and private partners; Assists the project coordinator in identifying, mitigating, and managing project risks. Minimum Requirements: Education : A PhD or MSc degree in agriculture with progressive hands-on experience in research and development of smallholder beekeeping and sericulture sectors In depth knowledge in a technical or specialized field Understanding of theoretical concepts / principles and their context Experience : At least 3 years of relevant work experience at a commensurate senior level working in beekeeping and/or related fields for PhD holders. At least 10 years of relevant work experience at a commensurate senior level working in beekeeping and/or related fields for MSc holders. Skills : Proven track record of managing technical teams in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural working environment Good skills in working with youth groups and youth employments Solid understanding of bee biology and the socioeconomics of beekeeping Comprehensive understanding of the current state of the honey and beeswax value chains in Ethiopia, and roles and constraints of major actors, including formal and informal traders Good understanding of the current policy environment within which smallholder and commercial apiculture and sericulture in the country operate. Well informed of current and developing regulatory frameworks, including product standards, pertinent to the honey and beeswax value chains and sericulture value chains. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural work environment Core Competencies: Demonstrated ability in managing projects, staff and budget Demonstrated competency in sericulture, beekeeping, bee health, bee forage and honey processing Good scientific communication skills, as demonstrated in peer reviewed publications, public seminars and lectures Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information at various levels Capacity to take initiative, demonstrate good judgment and work under minimal supervision Strong organizational and analytical skills Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Position level: HG 17 Minimum Base salary : Birr 57,880 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the selected candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: DPC/38/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019.

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Deputy Project Coordinator – Value Chain and Market Systems Development

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Deputy Project Coordinator – Value Chain and Market Systems Development who will be responsible for providing leadership in the planning, implementation and supervision of value chain market systems development of apiculture and sericulture project activities and deputizing for the Program Coordinator on matters pertaining to these areas. S/he will guide and supervise project teams working in beekeeping and sericulture, post-harvest processing of honey and beeswax, silkworm rearing and working closely with the rest of the MOYESH project team in alignment with the strategy, commitments and goals of the project. The Deputy Coordinator Value Chain and Market Systems Development will be responsible for producing value chain and market system development strategy to facilitate the integration of youth to markets and brings together honey and silk products value chains actors for successful and feasible program implementation. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Acts as a deputy to the project coordinator and prepare detail project implementation plan and activity- and partner-based budget for the entire project period; Conducts honey and silk value chains assessment in the country (including regional/global linkages) using quantitative and qualitative data to identify gaps and develop recommendations on how to improve the selected value chains and enhance the impact; Designs a market and value chain strategy to facilitate youth access to markets and brings together value chains actors to successfully establish productive youth enterprises; Assesses prospects to boost honey and silk production in Ethiopia by developing honey and silk markets and value chains to meet the growing honey and silk demand and substitute silk imports; Provides support and guidance for the gathering of data and information needed to undertake an effective monitoring and evaluation of activities related to value chain and marketing; Closely works with key private-public sectors along the value chains to enhance youth market access and to build honey and silk industries of mutual benefit to all within the value chains. Organizes and facilitates discussions on markets and value chains policy issues involving representatives of the private-public sectors and associations; Oversees the implementation of business and MSMEs development and financial inclusion activities; Assists in the monitoring and evaluating of the project outputs, especially youth integration to markets, throughout the project tenure; Develops and delivers capacity development activities in the areas of agribusiness, value chain and marketing development. Provides progress technical reports, lessons learned, success stories, and feedback to program staff, senior management, project management and partners for timely decision making; Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisor Minimum Requirements: Education : MSc degree in agricultural marketing/value chain, Agribusiness management, Business administration, agricultural/development economics or related field Or PhD degree in agricultural marketing/value chain, agribusiness management, business administration, agricultural/development economics or related field In depth knowledge in a technical or specialized field Understanding of theoretical concepts / principles and their context Experience : At least 10 years of relevant experience for MSc degree in agricultural marketing/value chain, Agribusiness management, Business administration, agricultural/development economics or related field. At least 3 years relevant experience for PhD degree in agricultural marketing/value chain, agribusiness management, business administration, agricultural/development economics or related field. Experience in multi-stakeholder and disciplinary development program, Experience working on youth development projects Willingness to travel frequently to remote rural villages Skills : Demonstrated skills in conducting markets and value chains assessments and trend analysis and proposing appropriate interventions to enhance honey and silk productivity and market access for youth. Experience in designing and implementing projects aimed at enhancing honey and silk value chains and linkage with market. Strong working experience with key value chain actors (youth, processors, exporters, enterprise individual/groups, financial institutions, skills development enterprises, policy, associations). Strong skills on value chain and market performance assessment tools to assess the effectiveness of the supply systems in accommodating additional production and new products Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and lead implementing staff and partners Experience in relevant project management, with youth related project preferred Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, Access, Power-point, and internet communication A high degree of personal organization, good team player, and strong capacity and ability to multi-task, work under pressure, work Experience in designing and implementing and programming survey instrument. Core Competencies: Result oriented and quick and sound decision making Markets and value chains analysis Evidence based report writing and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills for mutual benefit Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Position level: HG 17 Minimum Base salary : Birr 57,880 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: DPC/39/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019.

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Finance Officer II

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Finance Officer II who is responsible for the effective and efficient functioning of the country office financial system and support the finance team in ensuring the accounting systems, policies and procedures are in compliance with icipe ’s established financial policies and donors’ rules and regulations, and legal requirements in support of the Centre’s high-quality programmes. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: a) Cash & Bank Ensures the availability of enough cash at the bank and liaise with icipe HQ for transfer of operating cash to the icipe Ethiopia office Prepares weekly cash position report including forecasting project expenditure Processes payments by verifying documentation and ensures that payments have proper authorization and supporting documents Ensures transactions are processed within predetermined times and recorded accurately in the system Verifies cheque payments, handle cheque books and vouchers with due care and in safe places Reviews monthly charges from ILRI, assigns proper budget codes and ensures monthly financial reports are submitted to HQ on time with appropriate supporting documentation b) R eporting and budget control Prepares periodic project and management reports and supports in the preparation of annual financial statements Prepares schedules in support of the project and management reports and in support of annual financial statement Reviews analyses of accounts for accuracy, and takes any corrective adjustments as required Reviews monthly charges from ILRI, assigns proper budget codes and ensures monthly financial reports are submitted to HQ on time with appropriate supporting documentation Allocates joint costs across projects such as ICT, space and transport and printing c) Receivables Pre-assesses, disburses and monitors subrecipient financial management processes in accordance with policy and strengthen capacity of partners in financial accounting transactions Approves processing of travel advance expenditure claims, regional office returns and imprest reimbursements to regions, ensuring sufficient supporting documents Reviews data input relating to receivables, ensuring the right analysis and account codes have been charged Coordinates follow-up of outstanding advances and reconciling items d) Payables Approves processing of supplier invoices based on dully completed supporting documents, Reviews data input relating to payables, ensuring the right codes have been charged Reviews supplier accounts reconciliations e) Assets Reviews data input relating to assets and ensures asset registers are maintained Prepares quarterly reports on asset additions, disposals and depreciation Reviews assets physical verification reports Reviews monthly reports from service units such as Transport, Guesthouse and Printing Unit f) Staff Reviews terminal dues computations Reviews monthly payroll control accounts reconciliations and addresses all outstanding issues Reviews monthly data on pension and insurance premiums Review computations of monthly pension and premium contributions g) Compliance Plans for the project and centre’s audits in liaison with headquarters Coordinates and ensures auditors have all the required documents, which are accurate and availed in a timely manner; Responds to audit queries, including coordinating responses to audit management letter; Keeps abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations; compiles and updates applicable local policies and conducts trainings to field staff on donor and icipe financial policies and procedures Minimum Requirements: Education : A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance Relevant Professional certification - CPA or CA or ACCA Broad / specialized knowledge of methods, techniques and processes Experience : Minimum of six years’ work experience in a position with similar responsibilities, preferably with an international organizations or NGOs. Skills : Advanced computer skill (Microsoft Word, Excel and Accounting software) Good written and oral communication in English language Integrity and capacity to keep confidential information Ability to organize work and archives efficiently Ability to work under pressure Ability to work in a multi-cultural organization Knowledge of ABW-OCS is an added advantage Core Competencies : Excellent analytical skills with ability to detect and report inconsistencies Accuracy and completeness with attention to detail Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and result oriented Ability to work collaboratively with a multi discipline team Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Position level: HG 14 Minimum Base salary : Birr 24,572 per month (Negotiable depending salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: FO/41/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019.

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Human Resources Manager

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Human Resources Manager who is responsible for the overall effective and efficient functioning of human resource components including the provision of dedicated quality HR services, and professional advice, and through leading implementation and coordination of HR systems, policies and procedures in line with the centre’s vision, mission, and strategic objectives. The position holder shall advise project leaders on the interpretation/application of HR policies and procedures and ensuring the country office employment and personnel management practices meet the centre and donor’s standards and are in compliance with local labour laws and related government regulations. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Develops, implements and maintains human resources policies and procedures across the country office, including training programs to educate and promote awareness of regulatory compliance Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions Prepares employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs. Assesses staff training needs, develops, implements and monitors effectiveness of staff training programs Supervises and manages the implementation of performance management system, staff development and orientation processes - delivers performance management programs that drive a high-performance culture Directs and manages the recruitment and selection process, and train line managers in interviewing and assessment procedures Produces reports on key metrics, including remuneration and benefits, absenteeism and turnover. Ensures reported issues are addressed Enforces management guidelines by preparing, updating, and recommending human resource policies and procedures. Advises senior management potential HR risks regarding staff management issues and manages staff issues in line with the HR policy and with the local labour laws Takes the lead in ensuring employee safety, welfare, wellness and health in compliance with the statutory law Ensures local and international consultants are sourced according to the centre guidelines and maintains talent databases Manages casual and temporary employment contracts in full compliance with the centre’s requirements and prevailing regulations Handles employees’ compensation and benefit process and periodically develops competitive salary structure and benefit plans on a need basis Advances human resource staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees; advises and guides project leaders on handling disciplinary matters Handles grievances and labor litigation in consultation with the legal advisor Minimum Requirements: Education : A Master’s degree preferably in Human Resources Management or Business. Or Bachelor’s degree Relevant professional certification In depth knowledge in a technical or specialized field Experience : Minimum of seven years’ relevant work experience for Masters degree or ten years’ relevant work experience for Bachelor degree in Human Resources policies and practices, preferable with an international organizations or NGOs and good knowledge of HR best practices and standards. Skills : Fully conversant with local labor laws and practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent strategic and analytical skills and problem-solving skills with ability to make sound advice Proactive, result-oriented and service-oriented Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities. Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Position level: HG 17 Minimum Base salary : Birr 57,880 per month (Negotiable depending salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: HRM/43/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019 .

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Information Management Officer III

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire an Information Management Officer III who will provide shall provide a full range of high-level support to the project coordinator through gathering and analysing complex data to coordinating information, and contributing to the overall strategy and performance evaluation. The incumbent is also responsible for project documentation and data monitoring. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Develops and maintains efficient ways to organize, store and analyze project data with attention to security and confidentiality Ensures that every project related document or file is properly designed, formatted, communicated, secured, stored, and archived Designs, implements and maintains an integrated database system and Data Management Plan (DMP) and procedures Coordinates and facilitates data mapping, digitizing, and centralizing existing and new data in the project Guides the team on data extraction, data manipulation, analysis, visualization, and support on more complex requests, ensuring high-quality service provision Performs database structuring and management, including regular acquisition and integration of data from partners, data validation, data cleaning and processing, and release to user Designs monitoring and evaluation systems to track, forecast and report on project progress including metrics and challenges Responsible for communicating and disseminating research findings, through web and popular media; Increases the capacity of stakeholders through regular communication and presentation Maintains project documentation, including timelines, resource plans, and meeting minutes Prepares presentations and regular status reports, serving as the main source of information about the project for internal as well as external uses Minimum Requirements: Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Economics, Statistics, or another relevant field from a university required Relevant professional certification Broad / specialized knowledge of methods, techniques and processes Experience : Minimum of seven years’ work experience is required in areas related to database development and management, data analytics and visualization and GIS and geospatial analysis preferably in an international organizations or NGOs Core Competencies : Advanced statistical knowledge and complex data analysis Highly collaborative working style, drive for learning, and receptiveness to coaching and feedback Strong set of personal values including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service Skills and experience with one or more of the programming languages Demonstrated skills and experience with CSPro Programming and survey solution is advantageous Demonstrated skills and experience with GIS Software (ArcGIS, QGIS), Tableau, SAS, R, Statistical Software (MATLAB, SPSS, STATA) Knowledge of Python advantageous Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Position level: HG 15 Minimum Base salary : Birr 43,956 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: IMO/45/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019 .

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Driver/Field Assistant

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire Driver/Field Assistant who will be responsible to provide transport service and coordination of administration and logistical related activities in field offices The Driver/Field Assistant is responsible for project documentation and data monitoring. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Undertakes driving assignments given by the coordinator and other assigned staff of the project Operates, maintains and cleans assigned vehicles with care and reports any damage immediately to the coordinator Records and maintains the log-book for all vehicles and takes full responsibility of the project’s vehicles or vehicles hired by the project for specific activities Responsible for all tools, equipment and spare parts of assigned vehicles Responsible for checking all the assigned vehicles of the project every morning Ensures that routine service and maintenance is undertaken timely Purchases small items or procure other services for the project if required Keeps an inventory of equipment used by enumerators and field assistants while in the field Processes payment of enumerators in the field as per approved documents Regularly acquits and clears all cash advances for field activities Assists in translating questionnaires to other languages at survey sites Assists in the logistic preparation, printing and dissemination of data collection questionnaires Assists field supervisors in the follow up and support of enumerators and field assistants Performs any other related duties assigned by the Coordinator Minimum Requirements: Education : High school certificate plus certificate in relevant field or Diploma in relevant field from a Technical or vocational school is required Knowledge in relevant field and use of simple tools and equipment Experience : High school certificate with three years’ relevant work experience is required in an international organizations or NGOs Diploma with one year relevant work experience is required in an international organizations or NGOs Skills : Good interpersonal relationship Valid driving license Basic computer knowledge is essential Good working knowledge of written and spoken English essential Good command of a third language would be an advantage Additional technical training related to duties of this position would also be an advantage Willingness to work after office hours and/or holidays if required Ability to work under pressure Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Position level: HG 9 Minimum Base salary : Birr 8,500 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: DFA/48/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019 .

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Regional Project Managers (4 Positions)

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire four Regional Project Managers. Part of the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey(MOYESH) project will be implemented in the Regions to meet needs of unemployed youth and women for dignified and fulfilling jobs in the apiculture and sericulture value chains. The job holder of this position will lead the planning, implementation and supervision of project activities in the region in harmony with the overall implementation framework and timelines set at federal level, and applicable policies of the regional government. The regional project manager will guide and supervise project teams in the region and oversee effective management of deployed project resources. The manager will also represent the project on official meetings and events in the region and manage interactions with partnering regional institutions and stakeholders., working closely with the federal MOYESH Project team in Addis Ababa. They will be members of icipe Ethiopia office which are located Regional Project Offices in SNNP, Oromia, Amhara and Tigray Regions, Ethiopia. General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNPR); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Leads, coordinates and oversees all activities of the MOYESH project in the region Represents the MOYESH project on official region level engagements in the region Coordinates the planning and implementation project activities in the region Manages collaboration and interaction with key institutional partners and other stakeholders in the region, including mobilization of resources within the region that complement the MOYESH project activities in the region Manages project finances in the region Organizes workshops and regional project meetings in the region Oversees project service contracts within the region Supervision of local project teams at Zone and Woreda levels in the region Serves as secretary of the MOYESH Project Regional Steering Committee, and Prepares and submits regular technical and financial reports on activities of the project in the region Minimum Requirements: Education : Bachelor’s degree or above in agriculture or related field. Relevant professional certification Broad / specialized knowledge of methods, techniques and processes Experience : At least seven years of hands-on experience in research and development of similar apiculture and sericulture development projects. Experience in agriculture or related rural development projects or programs Hands-on experience in the management and supervision of similar development projects Multi-tasking skills, with ability to coordinate, prioritize and organize workload, meet deadlines and work under pressure Sound experience in stakeholder management Proven track record of initiating and developing research for development projects will be an advantage Skills : Solid understanding of the biology of bees, silkworms and the socioeconomics of smallholder silkworm farmers Comprehensive understanding of the current state of the apiculture and sericulture industry in Ethiopia, and roles and constraints of major actors, including private sector companies involved in the business Good understanding of the current policy environment within which smallholder farmers and private sericulture companies in the country operate Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural work environment Fluent command of the official communication language of the region (Oromiffa in Oromia, Tigrigna in Tigray Region, Amharic in the Amhara and SNNP Regions) Core Competencies : Demonstrated ability in managing similar research for development projects in Ethiopia Experience working effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional work environment Good scientific communication skills, as demonstrated in publications, public seminars and lectures Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information at various levels Capacity to take initiative, demonstrate good judgment and work under minimal supervision Strong organizational and analytical skills Duty Station : Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region (SNNPR), Oromia, Amhara and Tigray Regions, Ethiopia PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICANTS NEED TO SPECIFY THE REGION THEY ARE APPLYING FOR. Position level: HG 15 Minimum Base salary : Birr 43,956 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: RPM/49/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019 .

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Safeguarding Manager

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Safeguarding Manager. The MOYESH Project is dedicated to ensuring a safe environment for all youth and women and other stakeholders who participate in the project on the premise that everyone has the right to freedom from all forms of violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation. icipe adopts zero tolerance to all forms of abuse and expects all its projects and its partners to share similar values. The Safeguarding Manager will lead compliance with icipe’s safeguarding policies and guidelines during implementation of the MOYESH project. S/he will provide guidance and expertise on safeguarding throughout operational areas of the MOYESH project, working closely with related teams to ensure safeguarding is integrated into project operations. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNPR); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Leads and oversees the integration of and compliance with icipe ’s safeguarding policies and guidelines by project staff and those of partnering institutions in implementation of the MOYESH project Oversees the recruitment of project partner youth and women to ensure that safeguarding guidelines are observed Integrates youth, women and other stakeholders safeguarding measures throughout the project including partner selection and ongoing review and due diligence Oversees MOYESH project procurement, staff recruitment and service contract processes to ensure that safeguarding guidelines are fully complied with Reviews youth, women and stakeholder safeguarding measures into communications with partner organizations Manages issues arising related to safeguarding including escalation measures and provides regular progress reports to icipe and the Mastercard Foundation Serves as the MOYESH project focal person on safeguarding matters and manages associated reporting obligations Conducts customised training on safeguarding guidelines and procedures to project staff and those of partnering staff who serve as local focal persons Minimum Requirements: Education : MA degree or BA degree in social sciences pertaining to social development works, law enforcement, humanitarian assistance and rural development In-depth knowledge of the theory and practice law enforcement, social development works and humanitarian assistance Relevant professional certification Experience : MA degree and seven years of work experience at senior managerial positions in agriculture or related rural development projects or programs BA degree and ten years of work experience at senior managerial positions in agriculture or related rural development projects or programs Hands-on experience in the management and supervision of similar development projects Multi-tasking skills, with ability to coordinate, prioritize and organize workload, meet deadlines and work under pressure Sound experience in stakeholder management Proven track record of initiating and developing research for development projects will be an advantage Skills : Ability in incident investigation and applying continuous learning to improve and strengthen safeguarding measures Ability to manage conflict and handle sensitive issues with due care Excellent interpersonal and listening skills and ability to collaborate with various teams within and outside the project Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) Core Competencies : Comprehensive understanding of theoretical concepts and principles of safeguarding in rural development settings Skilled at identifying and mitigating safeguarding risks Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information at various levels Strong organizational and analytical skills Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Position level: HG 17 Minimum Base salary : Birr 57,880 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: SM/50/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019 .

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Human Resources Officer

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Human Resources Officer. Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, this position will support the recruitment, compensation & benefits, training & development and performance management aspects of the HR function. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in problem solving and identification and implementation of creative solutions to achieve human resource management goals. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the MOre Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Actively involved in recruitment by preparing job descriptions, posting vacancy advertisement and managing the hiring process Drawing up plans for future personnel hiring procedures and goals and updating job requirements when needed; Organizes the periodic orientation for new employees and coordinates with other units to facilitate the process Performs background checks as required by the centre Provides information on employee compensation and benefits programs Handles staff compensation and benefit administration including managing employees’ pension contributions, medical insurance, Group Life Term and Group Personal Accident insurance policies, and liaises with insurers Participates in review of human resources policies, systems, strategies, and prepares, compiles and document various periodical HR reports Follows up that staff performance plan and appraisal activity is carried out on time, checks salary increment, promotion, reclassification, etc. are made in accordance with established policies Handles staff exit management and related activities, ensures exit interview form is filled by departing staff and ensures that their clearance is complete Maintains employee records and other human resource files Minimum Requirements: Education : BA degree preferably in Human Resources Management or Business Administration or equivalent. Experience : Minimum of five years’ work experience in Human Resources policies and practices, preferable with an international organizations or NGOs and good knowledge of HR best practices and standards. Skills : Fully conversant with labor law and practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving skills with ability to make sound advice Proactive, result-oriented and service-oriented Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Position level: HG 13 Minimum Base salary : Birr 19,112 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: HRO/44/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019.

Oct 18, 2019

Full Time

Financial Inclusion Officer (FIO)

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

// The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) seeks to hire a Financial Inclusion Officer (FIO) who will provide technical expertise under the MOYESH project to expand financial inclusion across project locations. S/he will provide technical support project staff and partners on financial services to rural youth, the unbanked and underserved populations, smallholder farmers, MSMEs and other agricultural value chain actors within MOYESH project. The Financial Inclusion Officer will support efforts to leverage innovative and technology led solutions to achieve the program’s goals. She/he will be a member of icipe Ethiopia office which is located at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia). General: The International Centre of Insect Physiology & Ecology ( icipe ) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods, while preserving the natural resource base through research and capacity building. Since its establishment in 1970, icipe has become a significant contributor to science and innovation required to meet the health and food security challenges of sub-Saharan Africa. The Centre has achieved this status by developing alternative and environmentally friendly pest and vector management technologies and products that are effective, selective, non-polluting, non-resistance inducing, and are affordable to resource-limited rural and urban communities. Employing close to 500 international and national staff, icipe also has approximately 150 graduate students who contribute to its research portfolio annually. The Centre currently has operations in more than 40 African countries, and thriving partnerships with universities and research organizations across the world. For more information visit: www.icipe.org . icipe is partnering with Mastercard Foundation to implement the More Young Entrepreneurs in Silk and Honey project (MOYESH). The purpose of this partnership intervention is to secure fulfilling and dignified employment and income for unemployed young women and men by scaling up integrated beekeeping and silk farming businesses, building on lessons learned from YESH project and leveraging the public-private partnerships that are already created. The MOYESH project targets to provide 100,000 youth with appropriate skills and to enable 100,000 youth (of which 60% are female) secure dignified and fulfilling work in four target regions of Ethiopia including the Amhara; Oromia; Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNP); and Tigray. Main Responsibilities: Working closely with related teams, identifies best practice and trends, including role of technology, within the program and innovative financial services business models serving the youth in various sectors such as saving and lending schemes, agri-finance and SME finance Contributes to the development of a financial inclusion strategy and upscaling of affordable low-cost rural solutions for financial and non-financial services Participates in the building of partnerships for the promotion of access to finance and collaborates with commercial and non-commercial partners that seek to deliver appropriate and affordable non-financial or financial services to youth and women Participates in the development of a capacity building plan for financial institutions, to create an efficient platform for the provision of access and financial inclusion solutions to youth and women in the project areas Provides technical advice in developing, planning and implementing financial inclusion strategies and support partner implementation of specific financing mechanisms Develops new ideas/concepts that increase uptake of credit by youth and women Identifies and/or develops required financial tools and methodological approaches, and provides technical assistance and training/capacity building to ensure programme interventions achieve or surpass established objectives Contributes to data monitoring and management systems to ensure quality in implementation; Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor Minimum Requirements: Education : Bachelor’s degree in Investment Finance, Business Administration, Economics/Agricultural Economics or any other relevant field Experience : Minimum of five years of experience in NGOs development projects, financial sectors, financing and non-financial support to MSMEs or new enterprises is highly preferred Hands-on experience on financial inclusion projects Demonstrated experience in designing financial products for rural and marginalized communities Skills : Knowledge of current practices in developing rural financial markets, particularly in financing agricultural value chain development Understanding of the Ethiopian financial sector Strong computer literacy with a full knowledge of office applications Strong budgeting skills with the ability to manage a portfolio of commitments Strong ability to communicate progress and learnings from projects to colleagues and the wider development community. Excellent project management skills, including multi-stakeholder projects. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable Proactive, engaged and a self-starter Excellent prioritization and time management skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Ability to travel frequently to field sites up to 50% Knowledge of ABW-OCS is an added advantage Core Competencies : Result oriented and sound decision making Demonstrating accountability and commitment Ability to communicate effectively and work within a team Ability to gathering information, assist with research Managing and improving team performance Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Position level: HG 13 Minimum Base salary : Birr 19,112 per month (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment : This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. icipe offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. icipe is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities that are located on site. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees and a letter providing a point by point response to the essential and desirable person specifications. The position and reference number: FIS/42/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 30 October 2019.

Oct 18, 2019

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