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Project Coordinator: Market Linkage

American College of Technology

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Business

Marketing Management

Addis Ababa

5 years

1 Position

2025-10-31

to

2025-12-01

Required Skills

carry out project activities

Fields of study

Marketing

Business Administration

Economics

Full Time

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Job Description

ACT is seeking a highly experienced Project Coordinator: Market Linkage, under the supervision of the Program Manager, is expected to lead and implement the B2B and B2C market linkage activities for Small and Medium enterprises. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development, market access, export facilitation, and networking, with a focus on both local and international business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enterprise Market Linkage: Develop and implement strategies to connect enterprises with local and international B2B and B2C markets.

  • Market Research & Assessment: Identify potential buyers, suppliers, and investment partners for Ethiopian enterprises.

  • Business Matchmaking: Organize B2B meetings, trade fairs, and networking events.

  • Trade and Export Facilitation: Guide enterprises on compliance, logistics, and export procedures.

  • Partnership Development: Collaborate with industry stakeholders, government agencies, trade associations, and the Ethiopian diaspora for market expansion.

  • Monitoring & Evaluation: Track market linkage progress and ensure measurable impact on enterprises.

Job Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Trade, development economics, business administration, any related field.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience directly related to marketing and promoting. Previous experience working with MSMEs and private business companies is advantageous 

  • Proven track record of successfully linking enterprises to local and international markets.

  • Strong network and experience working with private sector partners, government agencies, and trade organizations.

  • Familiarity with Ethiopian and international trade regulations, export requirements, and supply chain logistics.

  • Experience with digital marketplaces, e-commerce platforms, and B2B networking tools.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Fluency in English and Amharic is required; additional languages are a plus.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV, Cover Letter, and three professional references to jobs@act.edu.et with the subject line: "Market Linkage Project Specialist/ Director for Research/ Community Service/Student Affairs/ Quality Assurance” before or on November 07, 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Salary: Negotiable

Address: American College of Technology, ACT Bldg, 1st Floor, 4 Kilo, Behind Tourist Hotel, Addis Ababa, 

ACT is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified individuals, especially women, to apply.

Fields Of Study

Marketing

Business Administration

Economics

Skills Required

carry out project activities

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