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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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.

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

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: au-recruits@africa-union.org

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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