The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the following positions:
1. Job Title: Livelihood Diversification and Financial Inclusion Project Officer
Location: Harar
Qualifications:
- Education: BA/BSc degree in Economics, Cooperative and Marketing Development, Rural Development, International Development, Business Administration, Agricultural Economics, Sociology, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience with a BA/BSc degree, or 5 years of experience with a diploma.
- For candidates with a postgraduate degree, at least 1 year of relevant experience is required.
- Experience working with NGOs is advantageous.
- Skills and Knowledge:
- In-depth knowledge and practical experience in livelihood diversification, Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA), Rural Savings and Credit Cooperatives (RUSACCO), marketing cooperatives, youth employment, and resilience programs.
- Proven ability to effectively plan, organize, implement, and monitor projects related to livelihood diversification, non-farming income-generating activities (IGAs), financial inclusion, rural micro-finance, SACCOs, and business development.
- Demonstrated experience in integrating gender, protection, and diversity considerations into emergency response programs.
- Technical proficiency in identifying and selecting viable economic opportunities and IGAs in rural contexts, including agribusiness, VSLA, RUSACCO, and marketing cooperatives.
- Strong communication and mobilization skills for engaging with local communities, refugee populations, and government partners.
- Experience in project planning and implementation.
- Proficiency in proposal and report writing.
- Excellent representational skills and effective communication abilities with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and donors.
- Leadership capacity in managing field teams, including team building, maintaining morale, and fostering a shared vision.
- Experience working in diverse settings, including with internally displaced persons (IDPs).
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, IRC members, and external partners.
- Commitment to valuing diversity and recognizing it as a source of strength.
- Good listening skills and approachability.
Language Skills:
- Proficiency in both spoken and written English.
- Knowledge of the local language is advantageous.
Application Deadline: August 27, 2024
Apply Here: Livelihood Diversification and Financial Inclusion Project Officer
2. Job Title: Education Manager (Re-Advertised)
Location: Shire
Qualifications:
- Education: MA/BA in Social Work, Educational Planning and Management (EDPM), Educational Leadership, Development Management, Development Economics, or a related field.
- Experience:
- MA holders: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in a protracted refugee context, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
- BA holders: Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, with similar managerial responsibilities.
- Skills and Experience:
- Strong track record of management experience within an NGO, particularly in child protection, education in emergencies, or humanitarian program implementation in conflict or post-conflict environments.
- Experience in managing and/or providing technical support for emergency education programs.
- Proficiency in monitoring and evaluation.
- Strong proposal and report writing skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Experience working with a multicultural and diverse workforce.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure under pressure, prioritize tasks, and ensure attention to detail.
Language Skills:
- Fluency in English (both written and spoken).
Application Deadline: August 25, 2024
Apply Here: Education Manager (Re-Advertised)
3. Job Title: Environmental Health Manager (Re-Advertised)
Location: Harar
Qualifications:
- Education: BSc or MSc in Hydraulic Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field from a recognized university.
- Experience:
- MSc degree holders: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
- BSc degree holders: Minimum of 4 years of experience in related sectors, including WASH sector development and emergency or post-conflict project management.
- Skills and Experience:
- Strong technical expertise in WASH program design, implementation, proposal development, project management, and emergency response.
- Proven experience in professional capacity development, staff management, and coordination.
- NGO experience is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in Epanet, AutoCAD, and other engineering software.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with SPSS and related software.
- Critical thinking and proposal writing skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability to new environments.
- Ability to work effectively under stress while maintaining a sense of humor.
Language Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Knowledge of the local language is advantageous.
Application Deadline: August 26, 2024
Apply Here: Environmental Health Manager (Re-Advertised)
These positions offer an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in humanitarian and development work in Ethiopia. If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about contributing to life-changing programs, we encourage you to apply by the specified deadlines.
