GIZ Ethiopia – Job Vacancies April 2026

GIZ Ethiopia – Vacancy Announcement April 2026

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Contract
Deadline: April 25, 2026 (Component Manager) & May 22, 2026 (Executive Management Assistant)

GIZ Ethiopia invites qualified and motivated professionals to apply for the following positions:

1. Component Manager – Oilseed Sector (SRVC II Project)

Job Code: #047/2026
Career Level: Executive (Director/VP)
Work Experience: Minimum 15 years (7 years in project management/coordination)
Number Required: 1

About the Role

The Component Manager will coordinate all activities related to the Oilseed sector value chain (production, processing, trading, mechanization, post‑harvest management, inputs, and policies). The role involves collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, technical component leaders, civil society, and international partners. The position is part of the project management team and reports directly to the Project Leader.

Qualification Requirements

• PhD in Agriculture, Crop Science
• Knowledge of project management and result monitoring tools
• Strong understanding of Ethiopian agricultural sector and institutional setup
• Experience with GIZ management tools (Capacity Works, PuR, KUF) is an asset
• Fluent in English and Amharic

Key Skills: Strategic influence, coordination, networking, analytical ability

2. Executive Management Assistant – GIZ Country Office

Job Code: #048/2026
Career Level: Senior (5–8 years)
Work Experience: Minimum 5 years in executive management support
Number Required: 1

About the Role

The Executive Management Assistant provides direct support to the Country Director, Deputy Country Director, and Director of Administration & Finance. Responsibilities include managing correspondence, calendars, meetings, travel itineraries, and handling high‑ranking visitors. The role also supports internal and external communications, PR activities, and event organization for GIZ Ethiopia and Djibouti.

Qualification Requirements

• BSc in Communication, Business Administration, or related field (focus on PR/communications)
• Proven experience in executive management support and communications
• Excellent written and oral English; German language skills are an asset
• Strong IT proficiency (MS Office, Outlook, SAP, DMS, Concur, Teams, PowerPoint)
• Highly organized multitasker with excellent time management and interpersonal skills

Key Skills: Communication, documentation, problem‑solving, accuracy

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their motivation letter and recent CV via email: recruitment-ethiopia@giz.de

• For Component Manager, mention: Your Full Name – Component Manager #047/2026
• For Executive Management Assistant, mention: Your Full Name – Executive Management Assistant #048/2026

Note:

• Applications without vacancy numbers in the subject line may be disqualified.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• GIZ offers an attractive benefits package and is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity.

Deadlines:

• Component Manager – April 25, 2026
• Executive Management Assistant – May 22, 2026