UNICEF Ethiopia Job Vacancies – People and Culture Officer & Chief Field Office (July 2026)

UNICEF Ethiopia Job Vacancies in Addis Ababa and Regional Cities in Ethiopia – People and Culture Officer & Chief Field Office (July 2026)

Organization: UNICEF Ethiopia

Locations: Addis Ababa, Oromia FO, Assosa FO, Ethiopia

Employment Type: Full‑time (Temporary & Fixed Term)

Application Deadlines: July 18 & July 19, 2026

Salary & Benefits: Competitive UN package

About UNICEF Ethiopia

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. Present in Ethiopia for over 70 years, UNICEF supports national efforts to ensure the realization of the rights of children and women through improved survival, development, and protection.

Position 1: People and Culture Officer (NO‑1, Temporary Appointment – 6 months)

Role Purpose

Contribute to the effective implementation of HR services by applying knowledge and best practices while ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Provide timely HR support, coordinate initiatives, and maintain seamless service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver HR support and coordinate ongoing initiatives.
• Facilitate communication and workforce planning.
• Support HR data analytics and learning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR Management, Business, International Relations, Psychology, or related fields.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant HR experience in an international organization or large corporation.
• Strong IT, research, planning, and organizational skills.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of another UN language or local language is an asset.

📍 Duty Station: Addis Ababa

📅 Deadline: July 18, 2026

👉 Apply Online: https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/594333/people-and-culture-officer-no1-ta-6-months-138075-addis-ababa-ethiopia-esar

Position 2: Chief Field Office (NO‑4, Fixed Term Appointment)

Role Purpose

Manage and lead the total programme commitment of a field office. Represent UNICEF in the Area of Responsibility, oversee program sectors and operational teams, and ensure delivery of quality results in line with UNICEF’s country programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams and oversee programme delivery.
• Manage planning, monitoring, and evaluation of field operations.
• Build partnerships with government, UN agencies, NGOs, and donors.
• Represent UNICEF in high‑level forums and external engagements.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, International Studies, Public Administration, Development Studies, or related fields.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in programme management, humanitarian emergency programmes, or field operations.
• Proven leadership, coordination, and strategic management skills.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Amharic or another UN language is an asset.

📍 Duty Stations: Oromia FO & Assosa FO (based in Addis Ababa) 📅 Deadline: July 19, 2026

👉 Apply Online: https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/594353/batch-recruitment-chief-field-office-no4-fixed-term-position-ethiopia-oromia-fo-and-assosa-fo

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should apply online via the UNICEF Careers Portal before the respective deadlines. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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