Background

–       Serve as the embassy’s focal point on gender equality and assist on migration.

–       Manage the existing portfolio and appraise project proposals within the field.

–       Follow up agreements with partners, including government entities, multilateral organizations and civil society organisations (CSOs).

–       Represent the Embassy in external meetings.

–       Write reports on developments within the area of work.

1. Analytical skills in assessing policies, strategies, programs, documents and reports, as well as the ability to present concise and informative summaries.

1. Ability to closely follow international, Ethiopian and Norwegian developments in his/her area of work and inform Embassy staff of new developments.

1. The ability to work independently and meet deadlines under demanding conditions.

1. Readiness to take on new tasks and areas of responsibility, if and when required.
2. The daily work at the Embassy can be hectic and requires at high degree of flexibility and readiness towards tasks also outside the direct responsibility.

1. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team consisting of both Ethiopian and Norwegian staff.

1. Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English and Amharic. Good writing, presentation and communication skills.

1. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.

1. Higher university degree in relevant disciplines for the position.
2. Experience with human rights, gender equality and/or migration is an advantage.

1. Experience from work with national authorities, multilateral organizational and CSOs is an advantage.

The result of the application process will be announced at the Embassy’s website approximately two weeks after the application deadline.