We are here for our neighbors in need, who are suffering in this broken world.

ZOA, as an international NGO, supports people who have lost everything due to armed conflict or natural disaster. Together, we can come to their aid in emergencies and remain faithful to communities as they recover – providing new opportunities for them to help themselves again. The work of ZOA is coordinated from the Netherlands. We are active in multiple countries in Africa, South America, the Middle East Region, and Asia. We work with approximately 900 employees worldwide and with (local) partners. We invite you to join our team of committed colleagues.                                

ZOA is looking for a

Project Officer

ZOA’s programme in Ethiopia

ZOA works in several regions in Ethiopia: Gambella Regional State (field office in  Gambella Town), Somali Regional State (field office in Dolo Ado and Melkadida refugee camp), Tigray Regional State (field office in Shire and Mekelle), Oromia Regional State (field office in Harar), Amhara and Addis Ababa. In Ethiopia, ZOA works with Internally Displaced People (IDPs), host populations, persons with disabilities, returnees, and a large population of refugees who fled a combination of violence and drought in Somalia, South Sudan and Eritrea. 

What we offer

ZOA offers a challenging position with a lot of responsibilities. We offer good benefits and remuneration which suits the NGO sector (including, but not limited to: medical, accident and life insurances, provident fund, training options). 

Your challenge 

The project officer who is assigned at project site level will have the overall responsibilities on the We are Able project implementation in the target sub-cities in collaboration with consortium partners staff and relevant local government structures.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Prepare Work Plans for the implementation of project activities in consultation with Project Manager against the time frame in the area

• Design disability awareness-training activities and prepare training materials

• Provide trainings to different stakeholders on disability inclusion program as required in collaboration with project Manager

• Support different stakeholders at intervention areas in their efforts to mainstream disability in to their services

• Identify and promote innovative technologies accessible to persons with disabilities and ensure utilization among the youth with disabilities.

• Support the capacity building initiatives of organization of persons with disabilities and ensure their effective participation in the projects

• Ensure the active participation of communities  in identification of people  with disabilities for project targets & supports

• Represent ZOA/consortium in different government and non-governmental platforms

• Ensure the proper monitoring of the projects in line with project indicators, and provide data and information to the project Manager based at Addis Ababa

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports of activities accomplished and submit to the Project Manager as per the deadline

• Document good practices of the projects and share to the Project Manager

Your Total Rewards package at ZOA

1.    Compensation

Competitive salaries and financial security - we know how important these are to you and your family.

• Salaries that match the local market and we pay you in EUR.

• Annual salary review based on the cost of living in your location/Ethiopia.

• Annual Salary increase based on annual performance review

2.     Allowances

• Transportation allowance:  ETB 5,000  per month.

• Airtime Allowance: We provide data and airtime to enable you to conduct your work outside of the office.

• we provide a closed user group so you can speak to your colleagues at no cost.

• Food Allowance: we provide lunch daily at our offices, ZOA pays 600 ETB per month and staff contribute 400 ETB per month.

• Severance payment: one month’s salary for an extra service year.

• Hardship Allowance: If you are working in identified places as a remote and hazardous by the government, you will be entitled 20-40% additional allowances of their basic salary. Therefore, we provide 40% hardship allowance to ZOA employees working in Gambella, Dollo Ado and Shire field offices.

• Transfer Allowance: We provide transfer allowance of 10,000 ETB If, in case of you permanently shift or transfer to a new programme area.

3.     Paid Leave

We recognize you have priorities outside of work.

• Our flexible paid time off package gives you the flexibility you need.

  • Annual Leave: 20 days of annual leave in addition to public holidays, and you are also granted one extra day for each extra full year.

  •  Enhanced Maternity Leave provision, 4 months

  • Paternity Leave 5 working days.

  • Rest and Recuperation (R&R): We provide you 5 working days for every consecutive 12 weeks of work R&R leave to unaccompanied staff who work away from their permanent place of residence to spend time with their family. Therefore, ZOA provides R&R leave for its employees who work in the program offices in Somali, Gambela, and Tigray regions.

  4.    Insurance

   Provident Fund  + Pension: : 32% (22% from ZOA and 10% from You.

   Life insurance 

   Medical Insurance: We also covers your dependents, and your medical expenditures are covered by ZOA up to 100% of each invoice, up to a defined maximum refunded amount of Br 200,000 ETB  per annum.

  5.    Wellness

  We care about your health and wellbeing. We offer a comprehensive health package an d initiatives to support your wellbeing.

• Covid-19:  free vaccination and PCR test

• We have established a social committee in every region.

Learning & Development

• Professional development programme and support with funding for a relevant qualification.

• Study/exam leaves

• Training and coaching   module

Job Requirements

Competencies, Qualifications and Experience:

• BA or Master’s degree in Social science fields; Social work, psychology, social psychology, social anthropology, social science, project management, development studies & etc.

• At least four years’ experience for BA holders and  2 years’ experience for MA holders

• Proven experience working on disability inclusion programs

• Experience working on consortium projects is advantageous

• Experience working in an NGO atmosphere 

Special Requirements  

• Commitment to and understanding of ZOA’s aims, values and principles Commitment to the vision and mission of ZOA Relief \Hope\ Recovery;

• Highly motivated and able to motivate beneficiaries to be active in developing their skills and confident in approaching the job market;

• Sensitive to differences in culture, race or religion;

• Communicate consistently and professionally;

• Good networker;

• Pro-active;

• Creative;

• Excellent/very good documented analytical skills,

• Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English,

• Self-reliant in computer skills,

VALUES:

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving results in line with ZOA core values;

• Good knowledge of CHS and capacitate partners to work in adherence to CHS;

• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved;

• Creates a managerial environment in-country to lead, enable and maintain our culture of child safeguarding.

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for self;

• Widely shares personal vision for ZOA, engages and motivates others;

Future oriented, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with own team, colleagues, members, donors and partners;

• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength;

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions;

• Willing to take calculated risks.

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency;

• Always acts in the best interests of children.

How to Apply

ZOA operates with an equal opportunities policy and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Qualified women and men, people of all nationalities, and cultural backgrounds, and candidates with disabilities are welcome to apply.

 If you are interested in this position, please apply directly via this LINK

CV’s of no more than 3 pages in length are appreciated.

Please provide at least 3 references related to your previous employment listed in the application. References of previous positions held should not be older than five years.

Only selected candidates will be contacted and invited to participate in the process of recruitment. It is our aim to inform all other candidates of their status in the recruitment process within 4 weeks after the vacancy has closed. An assessment may be part of the recruitment procedure. Documents that do not match the profile above will not be considered. Internal candidates will have priority, in case of similar results.

Please note that, as part of its recruitment process, ZOA carries out background and reference checks for all candidates. As ZOA participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a written questionnaire: the “Statement of Conduct”, which will be sent to past employers regarding Misconduct (such as sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment). 

"Women are highly encouraged to apply for the position"

Also we reserve the right to stop accepting applications before the end date if we find a suitable candidate.