Catalyste+ Job Vacancy – Project Officer (Ethiopia) | July 2026
Organization: Catalyste+
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Consultancy (Full‑time)
Career Category: Program/Project Management
Application Deadline: August 2, 2026
Years of Experience Required: 3–4 years
About Catalyste+
Catalyste+ is an international development organization dedicated to strengthening economic and social well‑being in program countries. Through partnerships, advisory services, and volunteer expertise, Catalyste+ supports inclusive growth, governance, climate resilience, and women’s economic empowerment.
Job Summary
The Project Officer (PO) reports to the Country Representative and plays a key role in supporting program implementation, stakeholder engagement, and operational logistics. The PO ensures effective delivery of Catalyste+ programs in Ethiopia, aligned with organizational policies, donor priorities, and strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Program Support
- Participate in stakeholder consultations and integrate local knowledge into program strategies
- Support partnership development, assignment design, and applications to meet country targets
- Coordinate recruitment and deployment of Catalyste+ Advisors (CAs)
- Provide logistical support and ensure work plans align with program objectives
- Collect content for communications and marketing materials
- Represent Catalyste+ at meetings/events when delegated
- Contribute to annual work plans and donor reports
Operational Support
- Manage CA arrival, placement, and departure processes in collaboration with Volunteer Services
- Arrange accommodation, food, and in‑country travel for CAs
- Organize meetings between CAs and partners
- Vet and hire vendors/service providers (e.g., interpreters)
- Provide orientation and monitor CA progress
- Support accounting, budget management, and financial reporting
- Ensure compliance with security, code of conduct, and governance policies
Organizational Learning
- Support gender‑based analysis in project design and implementation
- Collect and share quality data with the Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) team
- Provide evidence‑based recommendations to improve long‑term program results
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Development, or related fields
- Minimum 3 years of experience in project management or similar roles
- Strong understanding of international development issues (gender equality, climate change, private sector development, trade, governance)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong report writing and documentation skills
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work diplomatically on sensitive issues
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in team environments
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply online via Catalyste+’s recruitment portal:
👉 Apply Here: https://catalysteplus.bamboohr.com/careers/64
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