Partnerships and Private Sector Engagement Manager Ethiopia

• 3-5 years of experience in working in a humanitarian/recovery/human rights or development context.
• University degree combined with relevant professional background.
• Knowledge of humanitarian principles.
• Experience in managing and implementing programs in humanitarian contexts.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Ability to prioritise work given multiple competing deadlines.
• Fluency in English and Amharic, both written and verbal.
• Solid understanding of the Ethiopian civil society and private sector context.
• Documented/proven results related to the position’s responsibilities, particularly in private sector engagement and partnership relations, management and/or coordination.
• Excellent networking, coordination, training and facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, proactive, self -motivated and a self -starter.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and discretion with confidential information.
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts is an asset.
• Programme management background is an asset. Experience in NRC thematic areas (e.g. ICLA, Shelter, LFS, Protection, Education etc.) is a strong asset.

• Duty station: Addis-Ababa, Ethiopia
• Contract: 12 months (Fixed -term contract renewal based on performance, funds availability and need for the position)
• Travel: Up to 40%.
• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s Resident/National salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions.
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

• For Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity Market Place.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
• join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
• be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.

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