Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief (CPAR)

Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief (CPAR) is an international NGO founded in 1984. CPAR works with communities, governments, and institutions to strengthen health systems, food security, clean water, sanitation, gender equality, and sustainable livelihoods. In Ethiopia, CPAR contributes to building inclusive and resilient health systems that respond to the sexual and reproductive health needs and rights of vulnerable communities.

Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief (CPAR) External Vacancy Announcement

Job Position 1 – Administrative Assistant

Required Qualification and Experience
Education:Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Secretarial Science, or related fields.
Minimum 2-5 years of administrative experience, including 2 years in an INGO.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
Strong typing, communication, and organizational skills in Amharic and English.
Competencies
Integrity and ethical conduct.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Cooperative attitude and teamwork.
Requirement Skill
Communication
organizational skill
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Role Purpose
The Administrative Assistant will provide office, administrative, and HR support to ensure smooth delivery of CPAR-Ethiopia’s projects and programs.

Key Duties
Manage reception, calls, emails, and office correspondence.

Organize meetings, events, and staff travel logistics.
Support procurement processes and manage office supplies.
Oversee office equipment and petty cash handling.
Maintain HR filing systems, timesheets, and leave records.
Assist in recruitment and onboarding processes.
Ensure timely payment of monthly bills and support general administration.

Job Position 2 – Mechanic-Driver/Purchaser

Required Qualification and Experience
Education:Knowledge of vehicle operation and basic mechanics.
Familiarity with INGO procurement procedures.
Strong record-keeping and compliance skills.
Effective communication and coordination with staff and vendors.
Commitment to safety, accountability, and integrity.
Work Place: Addis Ababa

Requirement Skill
Analytical skills
Decision-making skills
Communication
Attention to detail
Problem solving

Role Purpose
The Mechanic-Driver/Purchaser will ensure safe operation and maintenance of project vehicles and support procurement functions. This dual role is vital for safeguarding assets, facilitating staff mobility, and ensuring transparent, timely, and compliant purchasing aligned with donor and organizational standards.

Key Duties
Operate and maintain project vehicles safely and efficiently.
Conduct routine inspections, log mileage/fuel, and perform minor repairs.
Process purchase requests, collect quotations, and ensure fair vendor selection.
Verify goods/services against specifications and maintain procurement records.
Facilitate staff travel arrangements and support logistics/administration.