Programme Officer (Temporary Maternity Cover)
Embassy of Ireland – Addis Ababa
The Embassy of Ireland in Addis Ababa invites qualified and motivated professionals to apply for the position of Programme Officer (Temporary Maternity Cover).
About the Embassy
The Embassy promotes and protects Ireland’s values, interests, and economic well-being abroad. In Ethiopia, it strengthens bilateral relations, supports Irish citizens, enhances trade and investment, and contributes to socio-economic development through a targeted cooperation and trade programme.
Key Responsibilities
Support the implementation of Ireland’s foreign policy and development strategies.
Assist in the design and implementation of the Embassy’s development cooperation strategy and mission plan.
Oversee projects funded by Ireland, including the Small Grants Scheme and Fellowship Programme.
Provide high-quality technical, financial, and policy analysis to support management decisions.
Manage monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of development programmes.
Support field visits, programme payments, and information management.
Promote gender equality, good governance, and climate action initiatives.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Master’s degree in Development Studies, Political Science, Equality Studies, Law, or related field.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in project cycle management, procurement, financial oversight, and monitoring and evaluation.
Strong technical knowledge in at least two of the Embassy’s focus areas: gender and governance.
Excellent communication, report writing, and analytical skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and willingness to travel, including to remote areas.
Legal right to live and work in Ethiopia.
Terms of Employment
Contract Type: Full-time, 6 months (Temporary Maternity Cover)
Start Date: Late December 2025
Location: Embassy of Ireland, Addis Ababa
Working Hours: Monday–Thursday (8:00am–5:00pm), Friday (8:00am–2:00pm)
Annual Leave: 10 working days (for 6 months)
Gross Salary: €1,890.60 per month (paid in local currency)
Application Details
Closing Date: Friday, November 21, 2025, at 17:00 hrs
Application Link: Apply Here
Applicants must complete the online application form and upload their CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note
Applicants will undergo a competency-based interview and technical assessment.
Police clearance will be required for the successful candidate.
The Embassy of Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.