Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full‑time
Career Level: Mid‑Level (3–5 years)
Application Deadline: May 14, 2026
Contract End Date: October 31, 2027
Vacancy Number: #055/2026
About the Programme
Ethiopia hosts over 1 million refugees and 1.9 million IDPs, making it one of Africa’s largest displacement contexts. To address employment and livelihood challenges, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), co‑financed by the European Union (EU), has commissioned GIZ to implement the Qualification and Employment Prospects for Refugees, IDPs and Host Communities in Ethiopia Programme (QEP II).
QEP II supports skills training, labour‑market integration, and inclusive TVET environments across Addis Ababa, Somali Region, Benishangul Gumuz, and Tigray.
Position: Office Manager / Project Assistance
Key Responsibilities
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Project Implementation Support: Coordinate day‑to‑day operations, ensure timely execution of activities, and support project objectives.
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Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate communication with partners, organize meetings/workshops, and maintain stakeholder relationships.
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Communication & Information Management: Draft professional correspondence, respond to queries, and support internal communication.
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Documentation & Knowledge Management: Record and organize project documents, capture lessons learned, and contribute to knowledge sharing.
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Data & Reporting Support: Collect and organize project data, prepare reports, and ensure data quality for monitoring.
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General Support Functions: Handle document processing, maintain contact lists, and assist with additional tasks as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Accounting, Logistics, or related fields. Recent graduates (Jan 2023 onwards) encouraged to apply.
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Experience: 1–2 years in management assistance or project support.
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Languages: Very good command of English and Amharic (spoken and written).
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Competencies:
- Strong initiative, integrity, and accountability.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure.
- Readiness to work in rural/lowland field environments.
- Strong organizational skills and teamwork orientation.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their motivation letter and recent CV via email: recruitment-ethiopia@giz.de
📌 Subject Line: Your Full Name – Office Manager #055/2026
⚠️ Applications without vacancy numbers in the subject line may be disqualified.
📅 Deadline: May 14, 2026