Geneva Global Ethiopia invites qualified and experienced professionals to apply for senior-level vacancies under the Leaders in Teaching Ethiopia (LiTE) program, a flagship Mastercard Foundation–supported initiative aimed at strengthening secondary education systems across Ethiopia.
These roles provide a unique opportunity to contribute to transformational education reform, focusing on teacher development, school leadership, gender equality, safeguarding, inclusion, and youth transition outcomes in underserved regions.
Geneva Global Ethiopia Job Vacancies 2026 – Multiple Senior Positions – Education, GESI & Program Management
About the Organization
Geneva Global is an international philanthropy advisory and program management organization supporting high-impact social change globally.
In Ethiopia, Geneva Global is implementing the Leaders in Teaching Ethiopia (LiTE) program to improve teacher supply, instructional leadership, student access, retention, and transition to post-secondary education or dignified employment.
Open Positions (2 Categories)
1️⃣ Field Program Manager
Program: Leaders in Teaching Ethiopia (LiTE)
Position Overview
The Field Program Manager provides regional coordination and operational leadership for LiTE implementation. The role ensures quality delivery of all program pillars, including teacher development, leadership strengthening, access & inclusion, safeguarding, youth engagement, and ecosystem collaboration.
Number of Positions: 7
Duty Stations
- Benishangul-Gumuz Region (Assossa) – 1
- Gambella Region (Gambella) – 1
- Somali Region (Jigjiga) – 1
- Southwest Ethiopia Peoples’ Region (SWEP) – Tercha (1), Bonga (1)
- Sidama Region (Hawassa) – 1
- Harari Region (Harar) – 1
(Overseeing Harar, Dire Dawa, East & West Hararghe)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead regional annual and quarterly program planning
- Oversee school-level implementation of Competency-Based Curriculum support
- Coordinate teacher development, leadership strengthening, and youth engagement
- Conduct regular field visits and quality assurance
- Engage Regional Education Bureaus, WEOs, universities, CTEs, and TVETs
- Support access, retention, transition, and community career hubs
- Integrate safeguarding, GESI, and youth participation across activities
- Support MEAL data verification and learning documentation
- Produce weekly, monthly, and quarterly regional reports
Qualifications & Experience
- MA or BA in Education, Development Studies, Management, or related fields
- Minimum 5 years (MA) or 7 years (BA) of program management experience
- Experience working with regional education systems
- Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Knowledge of secondary education reform, CBC, safeguarding, and inclusion
- Local language proficiency is an advantage
2️⃣ Gender Equality, Safeguarding and Inclusion (GESI) Officer
Program: Leaders in Teaching Ethiopia (LiTE)
Position Overview
The GESI Officer leads the integration of gender equality, child safeguarding, disability inclusion, and youth-centered approaches across LiTE-supported secondary schools to ensure safe, inclusive, and empowering learning environments.
Number of Positions: 2
Duty Stations
- Somali Region (Jigjiga) – 1
- Southwest Ethiopia Peoples’ Region & Gambella Region – 1
Key Responsibilities
Gender Equality
- Conduct gender assessments and support gender-responsive pedagogy
- Facilitate girls’ clubs, mentorship programs, and alumni networks
Safeguarding & Child Protection
- Implement safeguarding policies and risk mitigation plans
- Train teachers, school leaders, and students
- Strengthen reporting, referral, and survivor-centered case management
Disability Inclusion
- Map students with disabilities and support referral pathways
- Promote inclusive education and universal design for learning
Youth & Community Engagement
- Support youth councils, clubs, and peer mentorship
- Lead community sensitization and Back-to-Learning campaigns
Monitoring, Learning & Capacity Building
- Collect and analyze GESI and safeguarding data
- Document lessons learned and success stories
- Train school staff and develop school-level GESI action plans
Qualifications & Experience
- MA or BA in Gender Studies, Education, Social Work, Psychology, Development Studies, or related fields
- Minimum 3 years (MA) or 5 years (BA) relevant experience
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding, GBV risk mitigation, child rights, and disability inclusion
- Experience working with adolescents and school systems
- Knowledge of local languages is an advantage
Employment Details (Both Positions)
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Career Level: Senior (5–8 years)
- Location: Based in assigned region with frequent travel to target schools
- Reports To: LiTE Program Lead, Country Office
- Application Deadline: January 27, 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- Updated CV
- Cover letter (clearly indicating the position and region applied for)
- Relevant supporting documents
📧 Email: recruitmentgenevaglobal@gmail.com
🗓 Deadline: January 27, 2026
Equal Opportunity Statement
Geneva Global Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.