About the Organization
World Vision Ethiopia is a prominent Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. With decades of service in Ethiopia, World Vision has established itself as a leader in community development, emergency relief, and advocacy. The organization operates with a deep commitment to the most vulnerable, ensuring that every child is protected, healthy, and educated, regardless of their background or location.
The mission of World Vision is driven by a focus on sustainable development and transformative change. By implementing programs in areas such as water and sanitation, health, education, and livelihood security, World Vision empowers local communities to take charge of their own growth. The organization’s work is grounded in the “Our Promise” strategy, which emphasizes high-impact solutions and organizational agility to meet the evolving challenges of the modern humanitarian landscape.
A cornerstone of World Vision’s culture is its unwavering commitment to safeguarding. As a child-focused organization, it maintains a zero-tolerance policy for any form of violence or abuse against children or adult beneficiaries. This culture of protection extends to the recruitment process, where the organization ensures that all staff members are aligned with these core values. World Vision fosters an environment of transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in all its operations.
Diversity and inclusion are central to World Vision’s operational success. The organization values the unique contributions of its diverse workforce and promotes a collaborative atmosphere where innovation and learning are encouraged. By prioritizing team building and professional development, World Vision ensures that its employees are well-equipped to handle complex humanitarian challenges and deliver impactful results for the communities they serve.
World Vision Ethiopia is dedicated to building a workforce that represents the diversity of the people it serves. We explicitly encourage women and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for these roles. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to protect and empower children, and we remain committed to providing an equitable platform for all qualified professionals to contribute to our global mission.
Job Description and Strategic Impact
The MEAL Officer and P&C Business Partner roles are critical to the operational integrity and strategic success of World Vision’s regional programs. The MEAL Officer ensures that every project is measurable and accountable to the community, while the P&C Business Partner ensures that the organization’s most valuable asset—its people—are supported, developed, and managed effectively. Together, these roles provide the structural backbone necessary for sustainable humanitarian impact.
The MEAL Officer has a significant “day-in-the-life” impact by bridging the gap between field activities and high-level data analysis. By facilitating accountability and feedback mechanisms, they ensure that the voices of the community are heard and integrated into program design. This role is vital for maintaining transparency with donors and stakeholders, as it provides the evidence-based reporting required to prove the effectiveness of World Vision’s interventions.
The Field P&C Business Partner serves as a strategic ally to leadership, driving talent transformation and organizational development. By managing recruitment, performance, and staff well-being, they ensure that field offices are staffed by competent, motivated professionals ready to face hardship locations. This role directly impacts the organization’s ability to remain resilient and effective in hostile or complex environments through proactive coaching and mediation.
Career development in these roles is robust, offering exposure to international standards of humanitarian work. World Vision provides extensive learning journeys, including specialized trainings in Workday systems, security risk management, and safeguarding. Employees are encouraged to innovate and lead organizational change, preparing them for senior leadership positions within the global World Vision partnership or the broader international development sector.
The strategic importance of these positions cannot be overstated. As World Vision continues to scale its operations in regions like Gambella and Boke, these professionals ensure that growth is managed ethically and efficiently. Their work ensures that resources are utilized correctly and that the organization continues to be a trusted partner for the Ethiopian government and international donors, ultimately leading to better lives for millions of children.
Job Positions and Requirements
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer
Educational Qualification: BA/BSc Degree in Social sciences, Development Studies, and related fields.
Work Experience: Three years in a relevant field; experience with NGOs is preferred.
Job Location: Boke-Ethiopia
Salary: Negotiable/Per Scale
No. Required: Not Specified
Required Skills and Competencies: Understanding of World Vision’s development programs and participatory program and project designing, monitoring, and evaluation experience.
Required Skills and Competencies: Ability to perform data collection and analysis using computer packages like Epi-info, SPSS, MS-Word, MS-Access, and MS-Excel.
Required Skills and Competencies: Strong presentation, communication, networking, and partnering skills with a strong aptitude for organizational change and learning.
Field P&C Business Partner
Educational Qualification: BA in Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field (MBA, MPM or MPA preferred).
Work Experience: 4-6 years of experience in Human Resources (HR) Business Partnering or related specialist role, with INGO experience in field operations.
Job Location: Addis Ababa
Salary: Negotiable/Per Scale
No. Required: Not Specified
Required Skills and Competencies: Strong consultation skills and experience influencing and interacting with senior leaders, alongside outstanding people and client relationship skills.
Required Skills and Competencies: Proficient in coaching, mediating, influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, analysis, and problem-solving.
Required Skills and Competencies: Experience in Workday or similar human resources information systems and understanding of local labor law.
Employment Type and Compensation
These positions are offered as Full-Time roles, providing a stable and fulfilling career path within the humanitarian sector. World Vision Ethiopia values long-term commitment and offers a professional environment where employees can build a career based on impact and ethical service. The permanent nature of these roles allows staff to deeply integrate into the communities they serve and see the long-term results of their hard work.
World Vision offers a competitive, growth-oriented compensation package designed to attract and retain high-caliber professionals. Salaries are determined per the organization’s scale and are competitive with international NGO standards. In addition to a base salary, employees working in field or hardship locations may be eligible for additional allowances and support systems designed to ensure their safety and well-being.
The compensation philosophy at World Vision extends beyond the paycheck. Staff members benefit from comprehensive insurance, well-being initiatives, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates achievements through dedicated platforms. Performance management is a transparent process, allowing for regular feedback and opportunities for merit-based advancement and recognition.
Professional development is a core benefit of employment. World Vision invests heavily in mandatory and elective trainings, ranging from adult safeguarding to advanced data analytics. Being part of a global network also means opportunities for cross-cultural collaboration and international knowledge sharing, which are invaluable for any professional looking to make a mark in the global NGO landscape.
Joining World Vision means becoming part of a prestigious global community. The intangible benefits—such as the satisfaction of protecting vulnerable children and contributing to large-scale social change—provide a sense of purpose that few other employers can match. This is a career where your professional skills directly contribute to the betterment of humanity.
How To Apply
World Vision Ethiopia maintains a transparent and fair recruitment process. We wish to inform all applicants that scanned certificates or attachments are NOT required during the initial online application phase. Your focus should be on completing the digital application form and providing a comprehensive CV that outlines your professional experience and qualifications accurately.
Verification of original documents and academic certificates will only be required for candidates who successfully reach the physical interview stage. This approach ensures that the initial phase is efficient and accessible to all qualified candidates across the country. Please ensure that all information provided in your Workday profile is truthful and verifiable.
Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps, which may include written tests and technical interviews. Due to the high volume of applications, World Vision cannot provide individual feedback to every applicant. If you do not hear from the P&C team after the closing date, please assume that your application has not been selected for this specific round.
The recruitment process typically takes several weeks from the deadline to the final offer. Shortlisted candidates will be guided through a series of competency-based interviews designed to assess both technical skill and alignment with World Vision’s core values and safeguarding policies. We appreciate your patience and your interest in contributing to our mission.
Interested candidates must submit their applications exclusively through the World Vision International Workday portal using the links provided below. World Vision Ethiopia does not solicit any money or fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Please beware of fraudulent advertisements and contact the organization directly if you have concerns.
Application Deadline
May 18, 2026 (MEAL Officer) and May 19, 2026 (P&C Business Partner)
