Proeject Officer

Job Title

Project Officer

Job Description

The Project Officer is responsible to see the day-to-day activities of the community service projects of the School of Law, which include legal aid service provision, community outreach programs and access to justice related research activities.

Specific responsibilities include:

• See to it the planning, implementation, and evaluation of legal aid projects;
• Coordinating legal aid activities and outreach initiatives, organize workshops, training sessions, assist in stakeholder engagement and communication;
• Coordinate with legal aid officers, legal teams, community representatives, and stakeholders to ensure project goals are achieved;
• Ensure that project activities are carried out according to project timelines and allotted budget, and in compliance with legal and organizational standards;
• Monitor project outcomes, and develop strategies for improvement;
• Facilitate regular meetings and updates with project team members and partners;
• Facilitate the development of project materials, such as brochures, pamphlets and informational guides on legal services and related topics;
• Properly maintain project documentation, case files, and records of client interactions;
• Schedule internal project performance review meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes during discussions;
• Help develop and manage the Legal Aid Centre's website and social media accounts to promote legal aid services and community events and ensure that legal resources and information are accessible and current;
• Contribute to the Center’s online presence by creating engaging content for the website and social media platforms that raises awareness about access to justice issues.
• Produce project activity reports;

Employment type

Contract; Initially for a period of 6 months starting from July 2025. Renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Educational Qualification and Experience

Master’s Degree in Law

Two years of work experience in donor funded project implementation setting.

Required Skills

Analytical skill; Team work; Communication; Attention to detail; Report writing;

Proficiency in English and Amharic languages

Salary & benefits

Negotiable

How to Apply

Please send your application letter, CV and educational credentials at the email address: aaulegalaid@gmail.com , with the subject line “Application for the Position of Project Officer”, within 10 days from the date of posting of this vacancy.