British Embassy Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2026 – Programme Officer

The British Embassy in Ethiopia is recruiting a Programme Officer EO – Human Capital Development Team in Addis Ababa. The role focuses on programme and financial management and involves working with government agencies, service providers, donors, and civil society organizations.

Job Overview

About the British Embassy in Ethiopia

The British Embassy in Ethiopia supports the UK government's efforts to promote international development in Ethiopia and strengthen bilateral relations between the UK and Ethiopia.

Its work includes addressing humanitarian needs, investing in human capital, promoting inclusive economic development, strengthening governance and democracy, and building resilience to global challenges such as climate change.

Programme Officer EO – Human Capital Development Team

The British Embassy is recruiting Programme Officers to support its programme agenda. The Programme Officer will contribute to programme delivery and management, with particular responsibility for programme and financial management and engagement with external partners.

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Ability to manage and deliver multiple priorities with limited supervision.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple work streams.
• More than 3 years of proven experience in programme management, financial management, or another related field.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in Amharic and/or other Ethiopian languages is an added advantage.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Experience engaging and influencing external partners.
• Experience managing suppliers.
• Experience working on development, health, or humanitarian programmes in Ethiopia.

Key Responsibilities

The role includes responsibilities related to:

1. Financial Management
2. Programme Management
3. Risk Management
4. Partner and Supplier Management

The position provides an opportunity to contribute to the management and delivery of Embassy programmes and work with government institutions, service providers, donors, and civil society organizations.

Salary and Benefits

Base Salary: USD 901.41

The stated base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions.

How to Apply

The British Embassy states that Country Based Staff vacancies with the British Government must be applied for through its official tal.net recruitment platform operated by Oleeo. Applications submitted through other websites will not be received by the Embassy.

Official Application Link:

Apply Here

Application Deadline: September 3, 2026

Applicants should review the official vacancy and complete their application through the specified recruitment platform before the deadline.

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