Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Political Science, Peace and Conflict Studies, or related field.

About the Role
The GIZ project Support to the Transitional Justice Process in Ethiopia (S2TJ) works to strengthen key government institutions and civil society organizations to ensure an inclusive, gender-responsive, and victim-centered transitional justice process in line with international human rights standards.

As the Advisor for Regional Government Cooperation, Community-Based MHPSS, and Peacebuilding, you will support regional governments, civil society, and local partners in promoting peace, reconciliation, and mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support capacity development and networking with local civil society organizations on transitional justice and gender.
• Strengthen regional government capacities (Bureaus of Justice, Women, Social Affairs, and Health) on peacebuilding and gender equality.
• Coordinate and implement community-led initiatives on MHPSS, peacebuilding, and conflict-related SGBV response.
• Identify and support community-based MHPSS providers and local partners.
• Manage local funding mechanisms and ensure proper monitoring and reporting.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, documentation, and cross-project coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Political Science, Peace and Conflict Studies, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in at least two of the following: MHPSS, conflict prevention/peacebuilding, or transitional justice.
• Proven experience working with Amhara regional bureaus and local civil society.
• Knowledge of MHPSS approaches and peacebuilding in post-conflict settings.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Excellent English and Amharic; other local languages are an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office and related digital tools.

Preferred Skills
Conflict resolution, analytical thinking, teamwork, gender sensitivity, and ability to work in conflict-affected areas.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their motivation letter and recent CV via email to recruitment-ethiopia@giz.de.