USAID Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2024
USAID supports partners to address critical humanitarian needs of populations affected by conflict and climatic shock—including drought and floods—across Ethiopia.
Serves as USAID Project Management Specialist is located in the USAID/Ethiopia Mission in the Democracy and Governance Generalist to provide technical expertise to the Democracy and Governance Office on governance, transparency, human rights, civil society, media, elections, political transitions, and/or conflict sensitivity.
The position requires a proven track record in design and implementation in a range of democracy and governance related programming and have experience in Ethiopia or be familiar with the economic, social and political dynamics of Ethiopian society.
Position: USAID Project Management Specialist – (Democracy & Governance)
Education: Minimum of bachelor’s in political science, international development, international relations or other similar social science degree is required.
Prior Experience: At least five years of progressively responsible experience in the design and management of development and/or humanitarian programs, at least three of which have included specific and extensive involvement in good governance activities.
Language: English and Amharic at Level IV (Proficient). English proficiency is a requirement for positions with USAID. In lieu of testing, as academic courses are taught in English at the secondary and post-secondary level, English proficiency will be assessed throughout the evaluation process – application review, skills test, and interview. In addition, candidates may provide proof of English language proficiency. Acceptable certifications include CEFR of C1 or C2, IELTS (minimum of 6.5), Cambridge (CAE), TOEFL IBT (minimum of 95), or TOEFL ITP (minimum of 560). These test results are valid for two years.
Knowledge: Demonstrated a thorough knowledge of the theory and practice of good governance, transparency, human rights, civil society, media, elections, political transitions, and/or conflict sensitivity. Demonstrated expertise in rule of law and the development of laws, policies and the legislative development process in Ethiopia and perspectives of government and stakeholders. Ability to acquire knowledge of USAID policy and programming procedures after commencing work. Basic computer skills and familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet programs are required.
Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated a thorough knowledge of and ability to analyze the political environment and governance systems in Ethiopia. Ability to inter-relate conflict/stability and good governance issues, trends and developments to USAID programming. Ability to prepare factual and interpretive reports covering good governance is required. Demonstrated capacity to participate in, lead and coordinate team efforts, to research and remain abreast of program management regulations, policies and procedures and to assist team members and implementing partners to apply them. Demonstrated ability to plan and conduct program evaluations, to develop outlines, solicit and incorporate inputs and edit team writing efforts. Ability to plan, organize and execute completed projects. Excellent written and communications skills for analytical and factual reporting and presentations to senior GOE and USG officials. In addition, the employee will be expected to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, in and outside of Ethiopia at which they will be expected to represent the Mission’s policies and program objectives and/or the Mission-endorsed results of their analyses.
MARKET VALUE: $26,638 – $47,950 yearly i.e., equivalent to FSN-11. In accordance with AIDAR Appendix J and the Local Compensation Plan of USAID/Ethiopia. Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value. Salary will be paid in local currency at the exchange rate in effect when the payroll is processed.
Deadline: January 1, 2025 NLT 11:59 p.m. EAT
How to Apply:
Eligible Offerors are required to complete and submit:
Further Guidance: To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, offerors must prominently reference the Solicitation Number in the offer submission. Application must be submitted ONLY via addisusaidjobs@usaid.gov with the email subject being: Solicitation 72066324R10021, Administrative Assistant. Be sure to include your name and the solicitation number at the top of each page.
Please do not submit more than one application; and the application must be submitted before or on the closing date at local Ethiopia time 11:59 p.m. (Local Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Time, or EAT). Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.