One Acre Fund Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2026 | Government Relations & Program Support Coordinator (Fixed-Term)
One Acre Fund
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Role description
One Acre Fund Ethiopia is inviting qualified Ethiopian professionals to apply for the Government Relations & Program Support Coordinator (Fixed-Term) position based in Hosaena Town. Explore the job responsibilities, qualification requirements, benefits, application deadline, and application process below.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in government relations, partnerships, communications, or program coordination who are passionate about supporting agricultural development and strengthening partnerships with government institutions. The successful candidate will contribute to the implementation and expansion of One Acre Fund's programs in Central Ethiopia.
One Acre Fund Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2026
One Acre Fund Ethiopia is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position.
One Acre Fund is an international nonprofit organization that supports smallholder farmers by providing agricultural services, training, financing, and improved farming inputs to help increase productivity and strengthen livelihoods.
Available Position
Government Relations & Program Support Coordinator (Fixed-Term)
Government Relations & Program Support Coordinator (Fixed-Term)
Employment Type
Fixed-Term Contract (1 Year)
Duty Station
Hosaena Town, Ethiopia
Reports To
Senior Partnerships Associate
Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Summary
The Government Relations & Program Support Coordinator will serve as the primary liaison between One Acre Fund Ethiopia and government stakeholders across the Hadiya and Kembata Zones. The role focuses on strengthening partnerships, supporting program implementation, ensuring compliance with government requirements, coordinating reports, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and helping reduce operational risks.
Key Responsibilities
Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement
Maintain working relationships with woreda and zonal government offices and project focal persons. Coordinate communication with government institutions and external stakeholders. Identify and resolve field-level partnership issues in collaboration with program teams. Participate in government meetings and coordination activities. Support opportunities to strengthen and expand organizational partnerships.
Reporting and Documentation
Prepare and submit quarterly reports to relevant government offices. Coordinate report preparation with internal departments. Prepare mid-term and final project reports. Draft official correspondence as required. Maintain compliance documentation and submit required reports on time.
Program Coordination and Compliance
Monitor government support provided to field operations. Track project implementation and follow up on identified issues. Support compliance with government requirements and organizational procedures. Assist with resolving operational challenges affecting program delivery.
Training and Capacity Building
Facilitate government relations training for field teams. Support orientation and onboarding of new government counterparts. Co-facilitate project workshops and stakeholder events. Provide administrative support for partnership activities.
Other Duties
Support additional partnership and program assignments as required. Assist with special projects including documentation, translations, data entry, inventory support, and field activities when assigned.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must hold a University Degree .
Work Experience
Applicants must have:
Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience. At least 1 year of experience in partnerships or communications. Minimum 2 years of work and living experience in the Central Ethiopia region. Experience organizing and facilitating workshops. Experience delivering training or public presentations. Strong report writing experience.
Required Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong report writing and documentation skills. Excellent attention to detail. Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to learn quickly and anticipate challenges. Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and email applications. Willingness to travel to remote kebeles using public transportation.
Language Requirements
Applicants must be fluent in:
English Amharic Hadiyegna Keffagna
Both written and spoken proficiency is required.
Benefits
Health insurance Paid time off
Eligibility
This position is open only to Ethiopian citizens or permanent residents .
Application Deadline
Closing Date: October 20, 2026
Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early application is encouraged as recruitment may conclude before the deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in government relations, partnerships, communications, or program coordination who are passionate about supporting agricultural development and strengthening partnerships with government institutions. The successful candidate will contribute to the implementation and expansion of One Acre Fund's programs in Central Ethiopia.
One Acre Fund Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2026
One Acre Fund Ethiopia is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position.
One Acre Fund is an international nonprofit organization that supports smallholder farmers by providing agricultural services, training, financing, and improved farming inputs to help increase productivity and strengthen livelihoods.
Available Position
Government Relations & Program Support Coordinator (Fixed-Term)
Government Relations & Program Support Coordinator (Fixed-Term)
Employment Type
Fixed-Term Contract (1 Year)
Duty Station
Hosaena Town, Ethiopia
Reports To
Senior Partnerships Associate
Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Summary
The Government Relations & Program Support Coordinator will serve as the primary liaison between One Acre Fund Ethiopia and government stakeholders across the Hadiya and Kembata Zones. The role focuses on strengthening partnerships, supporting program implementation, ensuring compliance with government requirements, coordinating reports, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and helping reduce operational risks.
Key Responsibilities
Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement
Maintain working relationships with woreda and zonal government offices and project focal persons. Coordinate communication with government institutions and external stakeholders. Identify and resolve field-level partnership issues in collaboration with program teams. Participate in government meetings and coordination activities. Support opportunities to strengthen and expand organizational partnerships.
Reporting and Documentation
Prepare and submit quarterly reports to relevant government offices. Coordinate report preparation with internal departments. Prepare mid-term and final project reports. Draft official correspondence as required. Maintain compliance documentation and submit required reports on time.
Program Coordination and Compliance
Monitor government support provided to field operations. Track project implementation and follow up on identified issues. Support compliance with government requirements and organizational procedures. Assist with resolving operational challenges affecting program delivery.
Training and Capacity Building
Facilitate government relations training for field teams. Support orientation and onboarding of new government counterparts. Co-facilitate project workshops and stakeholder events. Provide administrative support for partnership activities.
Other Duties
Support additional partnership and program assignments as required. Assist with special projects including documentation, translations, data entry, inventory support, and field activities when assigned.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must hold a University Degree .
Work Experience
Applicants must have:
Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience. At least 1 year of experience in partnerships or communications. Minimum 2 years of work and living experience in the Central Ethiopia region. Experience organizing and facilitating workshops. Experience delivering training or public presentations. Strong report writing experience.
Required Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong report writing and documentation skills. Excellent attention to detail. Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to learn quickly and anticipate challenges. Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and email applications. Willingness to travel to remote kebeles using public transportation.
Language Requirements
Applicants must be fluent in:
English Amharic Hadiyegna Keffagna
Both written and spoken proficiency is required.
Benefits
Health insurance Paid time off
Eligibility
This position is open only to Ethiopian citizens or permanent residents .
Application Deadline
Closing Date: October 20, 2026
Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early application is encouraged as recruitment may conclude before the deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.