UN Jobs and Vacancies in Ethiopia

• Research and Business Development Officer
• 1 year
• Addis Ababa

YOM Institute of Economic Development (YIED) is a legally registered, accredited, and recognized Higher learning Institute engaged in offering MSc and BA Degree in different programs in its main campus in Addis Ababa and regional campuses Hawassa and Bahirdar. The institute comprises a team of highly educated young as well as experienced Ph.D. holders. The institute was established in 2014 and a pioneer in offering MSc in Project Planning and Management in Ethiopia. YOM strives to provide state of the art training and research on various areas of development including micro and macroeconomics, project planning and management, agricultural economics, rural development, and environmental economics. It is currently offering training on 97-course areas. The institutions’ demand for new talent is increasing along with the expansion of its programs and services. YOM value a spirit of inquiry and perseverance, provide the space to keep asking questions and promote a culture of curiosity and creativity. YOM renders a vibrant working space and allows discretion with a good deal of opportunity for professional development. YOM is an equal opportunity employer. YOM encourage talented individuals with the required skills and motivation to join our institute. It is a place where only merit reigns and Individuals who demonstrated strong work ethics and discipline are celebrated. seeks a highly skilled and passionate professional to fill the position of Research and Business Development Officer. Job Responsibilities and Duties: - Writing a literature review, research reports, concept notes, and funding proposals; - Drafting, editing and transcribing reports, manuscripts, proposals, and other documents; - Organizing seminars, workshops and other learning events; - Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of research findings to the relevant government authorities and research partner; - Communicate research findings to external audiences as appropriate; - Review of Research Strategy Priorities with Stakeholders (annual workshop); - Facilitation of opportunity for partners to bring research questions, ideas and project concepts that they believe to be key national development issues to the Board for consideration through this process; - Preparation of Annual Research plans to take into consideration the available budget, board strategic directions, and government priorities; - Review draft Annual Research Plans; - Make recommendations to the Management Board regarding priority project investments, scale of projects, potential project leaders and process to develop project proposals; - Builds and maintains a broad network of professional relationships with participants, principal investigators, co‐investigators, research study staff, and other collaborators to ensure successful research collaborations; - Participates in internal/external research-related conferences and investigator meetings to build and maintain relationships; - Identifies and reports issues that may affect the accuracy and quality of study design and implementation to meet study aims; Job Requirements - Ph.D./ Masters’ degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development, Developmental - Economics or a related field. - A minimum of one-year relevant experience. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Good organization and prioritization skills. - Excellent attention to detail. - Self-motivated, curious, team-player. How to Apply We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to submit (i) a cover letter and (ii) CV (maximum 2 pages) (iii) original and photocopy of their academic and work experience documents to our office located at Bole Sub-City Woreda 5, Megenagna Area, Sileshi Sehen Building, 10th Floor. Further information can be inquired at 0116674686/0116928292 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Women Applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

• Lecturers
• 5 years
• Addis Ababa

The College of Development Studies, Addis Ababa, University, is seeking to recruit four lecturers. Successful applicants will be deployed in any one of (he three centers in the College, i.e, Center for Environment and Development, Center for Food Security and Center for Gender Studies. Key responsibilities for each position are outlined as follows: I. Position: Lecturers . Center: Center for Environment and Development, College of Development Studies, AAU No. of positions available: 1 Place of work: Addis Ababa Salary: As per the Scale for the lecturer position at HEls Key duties and responsibilities: A successful applicant will, among others, - Assist the Center in managing and coordinating academic programs; - Assist in project administration and management; - Assist in teaching and advisory functions at the Center; - Initiate and participate in researches on diverse issues of Food Security - Follow up, monitor and report on academic and research functions at the Center. Minimum requirements - Academic qualifications: Graduate degree (MA/MSc) in any of the following: . Tourism Development and Management; Environment and Development, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Sciences, Rural Development, or other related fields. - Cumulative GPA of 3.75 and above; - Thesis rated ’Very Good’ or above; Work experience: The cumulative experience of at least five years in: - Teaching and research experience at higher learning institutions, . Academic leadership/management, research program/project management administration, - Research project coordination, or related; - Training and experience in scientific writing and data presentation, research methodology, grant writing, research reviewing, publication, will be a plus. Application information: Interested applicants can submit your CV and non-returnable copies of your academic credentials together with other supportive testimonials to the CoDS Dean Office or the CoDS Managing Director’s Office (Sidist kilo Campus) within TEN calendar days from the first day of publication of this announcement. Inquiries could be made through the following email address: development.studies@aau.edu.et

• Lecturer
• 3 years
• Addis Ababa

The College of Development Studies, Addis Ababa, University, is seeking to recruit four lecturers. Successful applicants will be deployed in any one of (he three centers in the College, i.e, Center for Environment and Development, Center for Food Security and Center for Gender Studies. Key responsibilities for each position are outlined as follows: I. Position: Lecturer . Center: Center for Food Security, College of Development Studies, AAU No. of positions available: 1 Place of work: Addis Ababa Salary: As per the Scale for the lecturer position at H Els Key duties and responsibilities: A successful applicant will, among others, - Assist the Center in managing and coordinating academic programs; - Assist in project administration and management; - Assist in teaching and advisory functions at the Center; - Initiate and participate in researches on diverse issues of Food Security - Follow up, monitor and report on academic and research functions at the Center. Minimum requirements - Academic qualifications: Graduate degree (MA/MSc) in any of the following: . Food Security, Rural Development, Food and Nutrition, Agriculture, development studies or other related fields. - Cumulative GPA of 3.75 and above; - Thesis rated ’Very Good’ or above; Work experience: The cumulative experience of at least three years in: . Teaching at higher learning institutions, . Academic leadership/management, . Research program/project management and administration, . Research project coordination, Or related; . Training and experience in scientific writing and data presentation, research methodology, grant writing, research reviewing, publications will be a plus. Application information: Interested applicants can submit your CV and non-returnable copies of your academic credentials together with other supportive testimonials to the CoDS Dean Office or the CoDS Managing Director’s Office (Sidist kilo Campus) within TEN calendar days from the first day of publication of this announcement. Inquiries could be made through the following email address: development.studies@aau.edu.et

• Sales Representative – Marketing and sales Department
• Fresh graduates
• Addis Ababa

Link Net – providing safe, fast, affordable Internet in Ethiopia. As a result of the advancement of technology and the need for more business processes, it has become vital to introduce and support businesses (operational activities) with up-to-date technologies, using the Internet. The rationale for establishing Link Net emerged despite considerable investment made by Ethio Telecom; as access to the Internet, especially through Landline/ ADSL was still very low. This situation triggered Link Net to use and balance the output created by local IT professionals, thus solving the backlog of demand for the Internet. ACCOUNTABLE TO: Marketing/Sales Manager Number of Position: 6 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Reach out to customer leads through cold calling - Present, promote and sell products/services using solid arguments to existing and prospective customers - Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs - Maintaining positive business/customer relationships to ensure future sales - To be a results-driven sales representative to actively seek out and engage customer prospects. - Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction - Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule - Keep a record of activities and customer bases in an organized way - Assign time for self-evaluation and past data, create a regular follow up system. - Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments - Analyze the territory/market’s potential, track sales, and status reports - Supply management with reports (daily, monthly, quarterly and annual reports) on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services. - Keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends - Continuously improve through feedback - Familiarity with BRM and CRM practices along with the ability to build productive business professional relationships - Relationship management skills and openness to feedback - Execute any additional tasks forwarded from the Department Manager. Job Requirements - Diploma or BA in Marketing/Sales or related fields - Fresh graduates - Knowledge of Computer Skills, IT - Highly motivated and target is driven with a proven track record in the sale - Excellent selling, communication and negotiation skills - Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills - Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience needs How to Apply For more, please visit our website: www.linknetcommunications.com/ Address: Kasma Building, in front of Wengelawit Office no 601, WelloSefer, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Tel: +251911370846 Email: weinn.09@gmail.com