Job Description
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
Advanced university degree in Economics, International Affairs, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other fields relevant to international development assistance, or first university degree with additional years of related work experience
Experience:
At least (1) year of postgraduate professional experience in livelihoods, employment, development projects, start-ups, or related areas.
Demonstrated experience in formulating and operationalizing long-term strategies and managing change processes.
Proven technical knowledge and hands-on experience in Livelihood Programming, Job Placement Activities, or Development Programs, or equivalent strong project management experience in the private sector
Technical Expertise:
Extensive knowledge of livelihoods sector, development actors, and the start-up ecosystem in Ethiopia, particularly within refugee contexts, is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of labour market dynamics, economic empowerment approaches, and resilience-building strategies.
Partnership and Coordination:
Experience in coordinating with external partners and stakeholders, including government entities, NGOs, private sector actors, and international organizations.
Additional Assets:
Previous experience with UN agencies, NGOs, or donor organizations is considered an advantage.
Familiarity with data-driven programming, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and evidence-based advocacy approaches.