Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) Delegate – Ethiopia

Organization: German Red Cross (GRC)
Job Title: Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) Delegate
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full-time
Start Date: January 1, 2027
Duration: 24 months, with possible extension
Application Deadline: November 15, 2026, at 23:59 CET
Experience Required: At least 5 years
Education: University degree in Paramedicine, Prehospital Emergency Care, Public Health, Global Health, Health Management, Disaster Management, or a related field

Job Overview

The German Red Cross (GRC) is seeking a qualified Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) Delegate in Ethiopia to provide technical guidance on prehospital emergency care, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and related health matters. The successful candidate will work closely with the Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS) to strengthen institutional capacity, improve emergency medical services, and support the development of national standards and guidelines.

Based in Addis Ababa, the delegate will oversee the implementation of a three-year project titled Strengthening the Ethiopian Red Cross Society as a Key Actor in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System and Improving the National Enabling Environment. The project is funded through the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Social Structure Funding (SSF) programme and is planned to run from January 2027 to December 2029.

The initiative aims to strengthen ERCS's institutional and technical capacities in EMS while contributing to the development and standardization of emergency medical services across Ethiopia.

Important: The position is subject to final confirmation of BMZ funding.

About the German Red Cross

The German Red Cross supports people affected by disasters, crises, and armed conflicts. It works with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and other humanitarian organizations.

Its work focuses on life-saving assistance, disaster risk reduction, institutional capacity building, community participation, protection, inclusion, and sustainable humanitarian response.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Support and Capacity Development

• Provide technical advice to ERCS and GRC on prehospital emergency care, emergency medical services, and related health areas.
• Support the development and implementation of national standards, guidelines, training programmes, and quality assurance mechanisms.
• Strengthen institutional and technical capacities through training, training-of-trainers approaches, and other capacity-building activities.
• Promote the institutionalization and long-term sustainability of PHEC and EMS services.

2. Project Management and Implementation

• Oversee the implementation of the BMZ SSF-funded EMS project in close collaboration with ERCS.
• Coordinate project planning, implementation, reporting, and budget management.
• Ensure activities are delivered on time and meet approved project objectives, quality standards, budget requirements, and donor regulations.

3. Stakeholder Coordination and Representation

• Coordinate with the Ethiopian Ministry of Health, NGOs, Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement partners, and other relevant health and emergency care stakeholders.
• Represent GRC in coordination meetings, technical working groups, and relevant humanitarian clusters.
• Maintain effective working relationships with national and international partners.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Quality Assurance

• Monitor project activities, progress, and results.
• Collect and analyze project data and performance indicators.
• Identify implementation challenges and follow up on agreed corrective actions.
• Support learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.

5. Resource Mobilization

• Identify and develop opportunities for additional funding for prehospital emergency care activities.
• Explore potential support from institutional donors and private funding sources.

6. Emergency Response

• Provide technical and operational support during emergencies in prehospital emergency care and other relevant areas, as requested by ERCS and GRC.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Education: A university degree in Paramedicine, Prehospital Emergency Care, Public Health, Global Health, Health Management, Disaster Management, or a related field.
• Professional experience: At least five years of experience in prehospital emergency care, emergency care, humanitarian health, or a related field.
• Technical expertise: Strong practical knowledge of PHEC, preferably including the development or implementation of emergency care systems, standards, guidelines, training programmes, quality assurance mechanisms, or referral systems.
• Project management: Demonstrated experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, budget management, and financial monitoring of donor-funded projects. Experience with BMZ-funded projects is an advantage.
• Training and capacity building: Experience designing and facilitating training sessions, workshops, adult learning activities, or training-of-trainers programmes.
• Humanitarian experience: Previous experience with the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and knowledge of its structures, approaches, and Fundamental Principles are strong advantages.
• Stakeholder coordination: Experience working with government authorities, National Societies, international organizations, and other health or emergency care stakeholders.
• Communication and representation: Strong communication, coordination, and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently in complex and changing environments.
• Cultural adaptability: Ability to work effectively with multicultural and multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
• Language: Excellent written and spoken English. German language skills are an advantage.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles: Ability and willingness to adhere to the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
• Medical and travel requirements: Ability to complete the required medical screening for international assignments under specific climate and health conditions, with willingness to travel within Ethiopia.
• Driving permit: A valid International Driving Permit (IDP).

A clinical background as a paramedic, emergency nurse, or physician with prehospital experience is an additional advantage.

Salary and Benefits

The German Red Cross offers a professional, multicultural working environment and a compensation package in accordance with its collective employment agreement.

The benefits include:

• Compensation under the GRC collective employment agreement.
• An expatriation allowance during the assignment.
• A personal allowance to cover accommodation.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage.
• A home flight within each 12-month period of the assignment.
• Pre-assignment, during-assignment, and post-assignment training, briefings, and coaching.
• Medical check-ups and access to psychosocial support services.

Job Location and Assignment Details

• Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Travel: Frequent visits to project sites within Ethiopia
• Planned Start Date: January 1, 2027
• Assignment Duration: 24 months, with possible extension
• Project Period: January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029
• Funding Condition: Appointment is subject to final confirmation of BMZ funding.

Safeguarding and Recruitment Conditions

The German Red Cross maintains a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and other misconduct. All personnel must comply with its safeguarding policies and conduct standards to protect the rights, dignity, and well-being of the people they serve.

Recruitment is subject to satisfactory reference and background checks. Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to disclose their vaccination status because certain vaccinations are required for this international delegate position under applicable travel, visa, and partner requirements.

The selection process may involve sharing applicant information with relevant Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement partners, including the IFRC, ICRC, and National Societies. This may include transfers to countries whose data protection standards differ from those of the European Union.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official German Red Cross online recruitment system.

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026, at 23:59 Central European Time (CET).

Apply Online: https://karriere-beim-drk.de/en/jobposting/028ff08143cf7ba855204036d4f20b35d4a9a4f90/apply

Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit their applications before the deadline.

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