International Job Openings
1Positions: MD-11 Command Captain, and First Officer
Location: Addis Ababa
Closing Date: Open
Requirements Boeing MD-11 Captains Boeing MD-11 First Officers
Minimum
Qualifications

* Must hold a current and valid JAA/FAA or ICAO, ATPL/CPL
* A current MD-11 type rating

* Must hold a current and valid JAA/FAA or ICAO, ATPL/CPL
* A current MD-11 type rating

Minimum Flight Time:

* 2500 hours jet time
* 1500 hours pilot in command on jet aircraft
* Command time in excess of 500 hours on MD-11

* 2500 hours total flying time
* 500 hours on MD-11

Age: Not more than 60 years
Operation: Cargo Aircraft
Duration: One year and subject to extension

Note: Applicants must be current and qualified i.e. within three months of their last proficiency check. They must have two years valid passport, current & valid Medical, no history of accidents or incidents, and must have excellent standard of English.

We offer the opportunity to work in Best African Airline of the Year, a multi national environment with challenging and changing responsibilities. Further training opportunities in our training centre Ethiopia.

Documents: The applicants are required to submit their CVs along with scanned copy of their substantial documents including but not limited to valid Medical Certificate, valid ATPL/CPL, log book copy that can show total flight hours and license authentication letter from the respective country’s Civil Aviation Authority, to the contact person through email address given below.
Contact:

Mr. Mesay Shiferaw
Phone: +251-011-5178001
Fax: + 251-016-611474
Email: [email protected]

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Position: Command Captain for B737NG
Location: Addis Ababa
Closing Date: Open
Age: Not more than 55 years old
Qualifications:

* Must hold a current and valid JAA/FAA or ICAO ATPL/CPL
* A current B757/767 type rating
* Minimum Flight time
o 3500 hours jet time
o 2500 hours Pilot in command on jet aircraft
o Command time in excess of 1500 hours on B737NG

Note: Applicants must be current and qualified i.e. within three months of their last proficiency check. They must have two years valid passport, current and valid medical, no history of accidents or incidents and must have excellent standard of English language.
Term: One year and subject to extension
Date of Registration: Starting Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Documents: The applicants are required to submit their CVs along with scanned copy of their substantial documents including but not limited to valid Medical Certificate, valid ATPL/CPL, log book copy that can show total flight hours and license authentication letter from the respective country’s Civil Aviation Authority, to the contact person through email address given below.
Contact:

Mr. Mesay Shiferaw
Phone: +251-011-5178001
Fax: + 251-016-611474
Email: [email protected]

3
Position: Command Captain for B767/757
Location: Addis Ababa
Closing Date: Open
Age: Not more than 55 years old
Qualifications:

* Must hold a current and valid JAA/FAA or ICAO ATPL/CPL
* A current B757/767 type rating
* Minimum Flight time
o 3500 hours jet time
o 2500 hours Pilot in command on jet aircraft
o Command time in excess of 1500 hours on B757/767

Note: Applicants must be current and qualified i.e. within three months of their last proficiency check. They must have two years valid passport, current and valid medical, no history of accidents or incidents and must have excellent standard of English language.
Term: One year and subject to extension

Documents: The applicants are required to submit their CVs along with scanned copy of their substantial documents including but not limited to valid Medical Certificate, valid ATPL/CPL, log book copy that can show total flight hours and license authentication letter from the respective country’s Civil Aviation Authority, to the contact person through email address given below.
Contact:

Mr. Mesay Shiferaw
Phone: +251-011-5178001
Fax: + 251-016-611474
Email: [email protected]

Job # 110310
Job Title E T Consultant
Job Family Financial Management
Location Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Appointment Local Hire
Job Posted 18-Feb-2011
Closing Date 06-Mar-2011
Language Requirements English [Essential]; Amharic [Desired]

Background / General description
The Donor Coordination Team of the Productive Safety Nets Programme (PSNP) & Household Asset Building Programme (HABP) seeks to locally recruit a dynamic professional as a Financial Management Specialist based in the Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This is a one (1) year Extended Term Consultant (subject to renewal depending on funding, performance and business need).

The objective of the Productive Safety Net Programme (PSNP) is: ‘To assure food consumption and prevent asset depletion for food insecure households in chronically food insecure woredas, while stimulating markets, improving access to services and natural resources, and rehabilitating and enhancing the natural environment”. The PSNP provides a safety net to protect people falling into trouble, while also providing a secure food and asset platform from which they may be able to improve their household status and become food secure. The Government’s Household Asset Building programme (and other elements of the Food Security Programme) complements the PSNP. The objective of the HABP is “income sources diversified and productive assets increased for food insecure households in CFI woredas”.

Objectives of the Financial Management Specialist is to support MoFED and MoA follow-up, assist and facilitate the efficient and effective implementation of the financial management system; and to support the workings of the Financial Management Task Force and ensure it fulfills its mandate and objectives.

Duties and Accountabilities
a) Establish and maintain contact with relevant government institutions – especially the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development (MoFED), the Food Security Coordination Directorate (FSCD), and other Directorates in the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MoARD) as appropriate – to discuss the preparation of the PSNP budget and coordinate overall financial management of the programme;
b) Support MoFED to manage, coordinate and facilitate the PSNP Financial Management Task Force;
c) Follow-up adherence to programme financial management guidelines at Federal, Regional and Woreda level;
d) Review, discuss and comment on quarterly financial reports and year-end reports
e) Monitor the preparation of fund disbursement requests based on quarterly allocations for each region with monthly breakdown; and
f) Other duties as assigned by the Donor Co-ordinator and the Donor Working Group.
Selection Criteria
a) Education: At least a MSC degree in Accounting or Economics;
b) At least 5 years of relevant experience;
c) Sound working knowledge of financial management systems of the public sector in Ethiopia;
d) Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language;
e) Demonstrated analytical clarity, problem solving skill, with ability to balance program objectives and client needs;
f) Task/project/program management skills;
g) Ability to deal sensitively with multi-cultural environment;
h) Ability to function effectively in multidisciplinary teams with a matrix management environment

The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

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At Intermón Oxfam, we are people who believe in justice and solidarity, and work to change the world. We fight the causes of poverty and injustice, and not just against their consequences. We are acting in a
comprehensive way in around fifty countries of Africa, Latin America and Asia, working on more than 500 development and humanitarian action projects, we promote fair trade and social awareness and mobilisation campaigns.
Key Responsibilities

Support the WASH manager in strategizing the WASH program in Ethiopia

Formulate and design WASH projects/Programs with local partners

Technically support and build capacities of local partners especially in Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion as well as Community Development

Appraise and organize donor technical and financial reports to the required standards

Monitor and supervise WASH projects in 4 regions with 8 local partners

Monitor the WASH program budget with several partners, allies and donors

Involve in different networks and coalitions to contribute to the sector development

Involve in various studies, researches and monitoring, evaluation and (MEL) processes

Document and share WASH program lessons.
Experience and Skills

University education, preferably in Public health, environmental or sanitary science, sociology or related field;

Minimum of 3 years WASH sector experience with one/two years within the NGO sector or any other International Cooperation portfolio;

Additional on job trainings in community development, WASH, adult education, health and hygiene promotion would be a plus;

Knowledge of the government sector, International and local NGO working styles;

Experience in WASH/health project/program formulation, appraisal, monitoring, follow up and assessment;

Experience working with communities and local partners in different contexts particularly in the areas of capacity building and technical support provision;

Computer skills (Microsoft Office applications, Internet, E mail);

Driving licence and availability for travel;

Ethiopian with a deep knowledge of the country context and the WASH /health sectors laws, policies, strategies and contemporary strategic plans;

Proficiency in written and spoken English and Amharic; knowledge of other local languages will be a plus.
Working conditions

Contract of employment: contract of 1 year, renewable based on performance and continuation of the program, in charge of Intermón Oxfam and according to the country legislation.

Working hours: 40h a week. Working hours depends on the functions to realise program work plan. Availability to occasionally work on week ends, especially for field level follow up of the projects (working day recoverable).

Social benefits: Medical, life and accident insurance; moreover, Intermón Oxfam gives economic aid for workers with family.

Holidays: According to the working calendar in the country.

Working place: Addis Ababa (with over 60% of the time visiting and supporting partners and the community in the field in Amhara, Tigrai, SNNPR, Oromia and Somali regions

Incorporation date: June 2010.

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If you are interested in this job opportunity, please click this link. The closing date for applications is 02/05/2010.

IWMI seeks a dynamic individual to lead its research operations in Africa.  The Africa Director will demonstrate a strong strategic approach and set an ambitious agenda to achieve IWMI’s goals in the region. In addition, the Director will be IWMI’s ambassador in Africa  and provide leadership for the regional offices. The position can be based in any one of IWMI’s Africa offices
in Pretoria, Addis Ababa, or Accra (though preferably, Accra) and reports direct to the Director General. The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is a non-profit, scientific organization engaged in research and capacity building activities for developing countries.  Our mission is to overcome poverty through the better management of land and water resources. Working with diverse partners and supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), IWMI seeks to translate its research findings into actionable recommendations for policymakers, resource managers and poor rural communities.  IWMI is based in Colombo, Sri Lanka and has regional offices located in 12 countries in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Job Purpose:
The main purpose of the job is to spearhead, direct and oversee research and administration of IWMI offices in Africa region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
·         Maintaining knowledge of the region and political economy, representing the Director General in terms of relationship building with regional stakeholders, donors, NGOs, CSOs and regional alliances.

·         Representing the Director General and IWMI with host government agencies and institutions acting as the first point of contact in the region for a range of parties including donors and senior government Ministers and reacting to requests and questions from same

·         Representing IWMI at regional fora, meetings and conferences.

·         Working with the Business Development Director and Theme Leaders to ensure the development and maintenance of a strong pipeline of projects; seeking opportunities for funding and contributing to proposal writing and other scientific knowledge activities as appropriate.

·         Working with Theme and Project Leaders to ensure that IWMI projects have significant on-ground and regional impact in terms of IWMI and the CGIAR’s goals.

·         Working with Project Leaders and the IWMI Information and Knowledge Group team to ensure project outputs are targeted at appropriate audiences and uptake is maximized.

·         Membership of the IWMI Management Team and as such to support the Director General with planned and ad hoc reviews, submissions and other general management duties as arise.

·         Coordinate the region’s offices and provide oversight and management of regional offices and their administrative support staff.

·         Dealing with everyday issues of staff located in the region and providing guidance and mentoring as appropriate.

·         Regional Directors will be expected to spend about 70% of their time on the above duties.  The remaining time may be allocated to contributing to specific projects in the region and/or IWMI wide initiatives.

·         Ensuring mitigation of risk in IWMI’s activities within the region.

Selection Criteria:

The following outlines the attributes required and the criteria against which applications will be assessed.

Qualifications & Experience:
  

ESSENTIAL

·     A PhD or equivalent experience in an area relevant to the theme (e.g. hydrology/hydrogeology, irrigation/agricultural science, environmental science, economics)

·     Extensive experience of living and/or working in Africa

·     Extensive experience in senior management or director positions

·     Corporate management experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  

ESSENTIAL

·     Demonstrable intellectual leadership of key science areas of relevance to IWMI’s agenda that have had impact with respect to development challenges.

·     Extensive knowledge of agricultural concerns in most/all Africa regions.

·     Recognition at the international level as an individual who has contributed significantly to one’s area of scientific endeavor as evidence by publications and other acknowledgements.

·     Strong verbal communication skills that assist in explaining in simple terms international water management challenges and the ability to explain complex, interdisciplinary water issues.

·     Strong strategic planning skills and ability to develop and deliver strategic initiatives to advance the region.

·     Experience of managing teams of people that have delivered high quality outputs on time and budget.

·     Ability to form partnerships with other CGIAR centers, ARIs and NARES to facilitate delivery of outcomes.

·     Ability to be a strong advocate for the area of responsibility via written and oral presentations.

·     Ability to manage finances of a large team and to plan work from both scientific and financial/human resources perspectives.

·     Ability to liaise with key donor agencies.

·     Understanding of pro-poor development challenges.

Salary and Benefits:

This is an internationally recruited position with a competitive salary and benefits package.  This includes housing and vehicle allowance, retirement and health insurance package.  The position will be governed by IWMI terms of employment.  The position will be for three years and is a renewable contract.

How to Apply:

·         Complete application form http://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/About_IWMI/Vacancies/

·         Attach your résumé.

·         Attach a letter of application, which specifically addresses the selection criteria outlined above; include the names and addresses of 3 referees who may be contacted if you are shortlisted.

·         Submit online.

If you do not receive an automatic acknowledgement email within 24 hours of sending your application, then contact: The Human Resources Office, IWMI, P.O. Box 2075, Colombo, Sri Lanka; Email:
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Application deadline:  15 May 2010 or until the position is filled
For further information visit IWMI - http://www.iwmi.org

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IWMI is an equal opportunity employer and is keen to further diversify its staff in terms of both gender and nationality.

The African Union, established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and
 cooperation among the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a New Partnership worldwide. Its Headquarters is located at Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia.

In seeking to achieve these objectives, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver, by amongst others, the implementation of its organization structure and the filling of all vacant posts.

The Commission of the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for the post of Policy Officer (Trade), Department of Trade and Industry.

1. Post

Post: Policy Officer, Trade

Grade: P2

Unit: Trade and Industry Department

Supervisor: Senior Policy Officer, Trade

Duty station: Addis Ababa
2. Major duties and Responsibilities

- To recommend policy proposals, plans of action and programs on general trade issues, particularly trade liberalization and trade policy review for Member States, RECs national, regional and continental levels and AU;

- To monitor and report on the implementation of AU program activities in Trade;

- To carry out policy analysis in the field of trade promotion, particularly with regard to policies and programs of RECs, and the regional specialized institutions;

- To initiate policy papers for the Conference of Ministers of Trade and other policy organs of the African Union;

- Assist in organizing trade fairs;

- Initiate proposals on issues at stake in multilateral trade negotiations;

- Perform any other duty as may be assigned.

3. Educational requirements

Candidate should have at least a Degree in Economics or Business Administration.
4. Working experience

Candidates must have at least five (5) years of relevant working experience in Trade Policy of a Member State or REC, of which at least three (3) years should be at management level in the area or international and regional matters.

5. Other relevant skills

- Computer literacy

- Working knowledge of policy analysis

- Management experience, excellent interpersonal skills and ability to organize and motivate others and to work in a multi-cultural environment

- Excellent drafting and reporting skills

- Good communication and negotiating skills

- Good planning and organization skills.
6. Language Requirement: Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages. Knowledge of other working languages would be an added advantage.

7. Age Requirement: Candidates must preferable be between 25 and 35 years old.

8. Tenure of Appointment: The appointment will be made on fixed term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months be consider as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance.

9. Gender Mainstreaming: The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

10. Application: To apply, please submit the following:

 A letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the Au Commission;

 A detailed and updated CV, indicating nationality, age and gender;

 Names and contact details (including e-mail, address) of three references;

 Certified copies of Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates.

11. Remuneration: Indicative basic salary of US$27,892.00 per annum plus other related entitlements-e.g. Post adjustment (46% of basic salary), Housing allowance ($14,414.40 per annum), education allowance (75% of tuition and other education related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$7,800.00 per child per annum), etc for internationally recruited staff of the Commission.

Applications must be received not later than 21 May 2010 and should be addresses to:

Director of Administration & Human Resource Development

P. O .Box 3243

Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)

Fax: 00251-11-5525840/5510430

E-mail:

Vacancy Number Functional Title /  VA-2009/032 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Division Grade Duty Station Closing Date  2009-12-07

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VA-2009/032 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Regional Office in Ethiopia (PCF/FLD/AFR/ETH) P4 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 2009-12-07 Apply

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Save the Child, an International Non Governmental Organisation(NGO) is recruiting for the above position,interested applicants are to read through and apply accordingly online.
Job Title :
Deputy Director – Global Child Safeguarding

Ref 5277
Region Africa – East and Southern
Country Ethiopia, Kenya
Job Location Addis Ababa, Nairobi
Position Type Fixed Term
Budget Responsibility None
Line Management Responsibility Yes – To be confirmed
Annual Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
Contract Duration 3 years
Closing date for applications 13 September 2009

Introduction

Save the Children UK is committed to ensuring that children who come into contact with the organisation are safeguarded to the maximum possible extent. This is achieved through a range of policies, systems and structures, most notably our Child Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct and network of Regional Child Safeguarding Champions. Save the Children UK has a high profile in challenging sexual exploitation and abuse within the humanitarian and development sectors, this role is therefore, a key, senior position. The post holder will work across departmental boundaries in a business-critical aspect of work, whose purpose is to enable the agency to implement these policies and deliver on this challenging commitment. The primary focus for the post will be our African regions but it will also support our activities in this field across all offices, departments and regions.
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The Head of Hunger Reduction is responsible for leading the entire Hunger Reduction Strategic Programme of Save the Children UK (SC UK) in Ethiopia, which comprises close to 75% of the overall work of the Country Programme, and historically has been and continues to be one of the largest Hunger Reduction portfolios of SC UK globally. The major components of the existing programme include Nutrition, Livelihoods as well as Livelihood & Nutrition Information Systems (LNIS), and covers both emergency and development. The Head of Hunger Reduction is expected to play a leading role in designing, producing and utilising high quality project evidence, research and advocacy to influence government policy and practice. This post is a senior manager, responsible for managing three unit heads: Nutrition, Livelihoods and LNIS. Click here for more information and to apply

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