International Foundation for Electoral System - IFES Project Officer – Training Jobs in Ethiopia

International Foundation for Electoral System - IFES Project Officer – Training Jobs in Ethiopia


Primary Function/Purpose

  • The Project Officer will provide technical and training support to the IFES-Ethiopia field office.

    Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development of training methodologies and strategies;

  • Support drafting, reviewing, editing, updating and formatting of training manuals;

  • Organizing, facilitating and delivering of training to different target groups;

  • Assist with training needs assessment, training design, delivery and evaluation;

  • Coordinate with IFES partners on project planning;

  • Coordinate collection and analysis of data for monitoring and evaluation of training activities;

  • Contribute to regular programmatic reports and maintain crucial project documents which track project progress;

  • Identify any potential issues or risks that could affect the progression of the project, and work to identify potential solutions;

  • Maintain and develop productive working relationships with partner organizations;

  • Travel outside of Addis Ababa for project activities as required;

  • Other duties as assigned.

    Job Requirements

    Education and Qualification

  • Bachelor’s Degree in the English language, political science, international relations, law or related required.

  • Four (4) years of experience working with international NGOs on implementation of international technical assistance
    programs;

  • Experience in (adult) training design and delivery to different target groups;

  • Experience working on USAID-funded programs;

  • Experience in designing and delivering training in the area of law preferred;

  • Demonstrated professional experience and
  • knowledge in election administration preferred;

  • Training/facilitation skill/qualification is an advantage;

  • Proficiency in Word, Power point, Outlook and Excel.

  • Fluency in English and Amharic required, additional Ethiopian languages an advantage.

    Skills and Specification

  • The ability to remain highly organized while handling multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

  • The ability to complete tasks with limited supervision.

  • Excellent reporting and document handling skills.

  • Excellent communication skills in order to be able to work with IFES program and administrative staff to identify and resolve issues.

  • Willingness to adhere to all principles of confidentiality.

  • Must value operating in a collaborative and cooperative environment.

  • Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness.

  • Ability to handle sensitive issues and address inclusion matters with integrity

    Language Skills

  • Fluency in English and Amharic required

    How to Apply

  • Interested and qualified applied applicant should apply through the email below
    ifesethiopia@ifes.org

  • Please state the subject line of your email As "Project Officer – Training "

  • Click here to post comments

    Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to NGO Jobs in Africa.