About COOPI:
Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI) is an Italian NGO established in 1965, operating in Ethiopia since 1995. COOPI implements programs in WASH, Livelihood, Tourism, Shelter, and CCCM across 14 active projects with over 100 staff members. The organization aims to empower vulnerable communities through sustainable development initiatives.
Position: Project Manager
Number of Vacancies: 1
Project Overview:
The Project Manager will lead an AICS-funded initiative leveraging tourism as a driver of economic diversification and inclusive growth in Ethiopia. The project has a dual geographic focus: Addis Ababa (urban tourism development) and Jimma/South-Western Oromia (community-based tourism and coffee heritage).
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Planning & Coordination:
- Prepare agreements with regional authorities.
- Draft detailed workplans, procurement plans, and financial tracking using PREPPY.
- Consolidate and review ToRs for all project activities.
- Approve weekly and monthly activity plans.
- Participate in local and regional coordination meetings.
Implementation:
- Manage day-to-day project implementation, field visits, and monitoring.
- Oversee contractors and field staff; ensure quality, accountability, and consistency.
- Lead baseline, midterm, and endline surveys; compile reports and data for M&E purposes.
- Provide technical and managerial solutions for challenges during implementation.
Reporting:
- Prepare and submit monthly progress reports, financial reports, and donor-required documentation.
- Lead the collection of technical reports from team members.
- Contribute to donor and government reporting, including interim, final, and ad hoc reports.
External Coordination:
- Organize internal and donor site visits, liaising with Head of Program and Head of Mission.
- Represent COOPI in technical working groups and relevant external meetings.
Project Development:
- Contribute to drafting new project proposals and innovative project concepts.
- Collect and analyze data from the area of intervention to support project planning and proposals.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Academic degree in Tourism Management, Development Studies, Project Management, Economics, Environmental Studies, Cultural Heritage Management, or related field.
- Professional project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is a strong advantage.
- Training in sustainable, community-based, or eco-tourism is an asset.
- Masters: 3–5 years relevant experience; Bachelors: 5–7 years relevant experience, including at least 3 years managing donor-funded projects.
- Experience coordinating with government, private sector, NGOs, and community stakeholders.
- Knowledge of MEAL, humanitarian standards, and protection principles.
- Fluency in English, Amharic, and Afan Oromo.
Technical Skills:
- Strong computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Solid project planning, implementation, coordination, and financial management skills.
- Proposal development, donor reporting, and GIS/tourism mapping experience.
- Knowledge of sustainable tourism, cultural heritage protection, and value-chain development.
Personal Attributes:
- Commitment to ethical tourism and sustainable development.
- High integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
- Willingness to travel frequently to project sites.
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with diverse communities.
How to Apply:
Submit the following non-returnable documents via email:
- Cover Letter
- Updated CV with credentials
📧 Email: recruitment.ethiopia@coopi.org
Subject Line: Include the position name and preferred duty station.