About Plan International

Plan International is a rights-based development and humanitarian organization working for better lives for all children. We are independent of government and have no political or religious affiliation. Our purpose is to strive for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

The position holder will be responsible for implementation and realization DANIDA Project in Skills & Opportunities for Youth Employment and Entrepreneurships (SOYEE), working closely with Gambella Polytechnic College, Industries, Municipal Water Supply Services and other private sectors. He/she is also responsible for leadership, capacity building accountable to donor engagements, partnership networking, financial management, etc., delivering high quality activities, outputs, outcomes and impact in accordance with DANIDA Project Design and Plan’s Program quality standards and frameworks. 

Job Requirements

Qualifications/ experience essential:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Social work or equivalent. 
• A minimum of 5 years of experience out of which 2 years with NGO
• Demonstrated experience in managing youth empowerment/employment or Economic Empowerment projects.
• Experience in Capacity building, training & facilitation in soft & hard skills and job creation
• Experience in working with vocational training centers, liaising and networking with stakeholders, and private sectors.
• Clear understanding of relevant government’s policies, strategies, programs and priorities related to youth employment and entrepreneurship
• Understanding government private sector policies and programs in vocational/skill training and job placement 

Qualifications/ experience desirable:

• Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development.

Languages required

• Fluency in English language is essential
• In addition to Amharic, Knowledge of Local Languages is a desirable 

How to Apply

The closing date for the application in July 21 2021

Qualified candidates should submit the application using the link

This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals, who must be eligible to live and work in Ethiopia. 

More information about Plan International can be found on the website

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experience required.

As an international child centered community development organization, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we as an organization, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.