Menschen fuer Menschen Foundation
Vacancy Announcement

Position: Director of Academic & Research Affairs

Job Description:
ATTC is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds. Interested applicants should submit their applications and must include the following:
• A cover letter setting out how the qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position;
• A curriculum vitae, signed;
• A list of major research/project funding obtained and implemented over the last 4 (four) years; and
• A list of major publications; and
• Full contact information of three referees.

Other benefits
• The Foundation provides 100% medical coverage locally;
• On campus Housing; and
• Telephone allowance: 500.00 Birr/month
Clearance: Provision of clearance from ex-employer is a must up on employment with ATTC.

Duty stations: Gindeberet Integrated Rural Development Project (West Shoa zone)

How to Apply:
• Applicants can submit the relevant documents to the following address until June 4, 2020 from the date vacancy announcement is made.
Menschen für Menschen Foundation
Agro Technical and Technology College
P. O. Box 322, Harar OR 2568 Addis Ababa
E-mail: negatk37@gmail.com / fantaalemitu@gmail.com
Job Requirement:
• PhD degree in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, automotive), agriculture (irrigation, soil and water conservation, agricultural economics, animal & crop production), economics, environmental science, or a related field; at least 4 (four) years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in university or research institution-level teaching, research and programme development; OR MSc degree in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, automotive), agriculture (irrigation, soil and water conservation, agricultural economics, animal & crop production), economics, environmental science, or a related field; at least 7 (seven) years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in university or research institution-level teaching, research and programme development;
• Strong track record in leadership and management of academic programmes, research projects/research background, with proven academic achievements in relevant fields and an excellent publication record;
• Demonstrated ability & experience in the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of training and research programmes, as well as publication and dissemination of research findings;
• Ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural environment and should be demonstrated, and proven sensitivity to gender issues;
• English fluency is essential, and so is computer literacy; excellent skills in writing and editing manuscripts, and being multi-lingual is an advantage;
• Experience in organizing scientific meetings, seminars, workshops, and conferences; and
• Applications from suitably qualified women candidates are particularly encouraged.