Job Description

Shayashone (SYS) is an organization that specializes in agriculture and agri-business services; recently it has expanded its portfolio to the educational sector. Our organization has managed hundreds of successful projects over the last 10 years. It has trained over 7000 agriculture extension workers and organized agriculture technology demonstrations in over 10,000 villages across Ethiopia.  For more information about Shayashone please visit www.shayashone.com   

Job summary

SYS/Shayashone is currently seeking for highly qualified applicants for the Project Officer position which the job descriptions and competency requirements are listed below.

Project Management

• Participate in overall project planning and develop work plans with different partners.

• Assist in smooth implementation of a harmonized project plan, tracking, and reporting of results.

• Coordinate regular (monthly, quarterly and yearly) project progress follow-up meetings.

• Develop or adopt various project management tools and frameworks that could enhance reporting and monitoring standards.

• Undertake other program administration tasks as and when necessary

Event and Workshop coordination

• Prepare and participate in periodical meetings

• Organize different project events (internal and external)-arrange conference logistics, prepare and follow-up invitation

• Responsible for registration and recording during events including audio-visual.

• Responsible for developing event reports or minutes for circulation or follow-up.

• Develop an appropriate action log from different meetings and events and ensure proper follow-up.

Communication and Reporting

• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

• Support the Communications officer in the production of communications tools: video clips, and leaflets.

• Responsible for developing appropriate communication and relationship with relevant stakeholders.

• Responsible for creating synergy and alignment of this project with other initiatives within the company.

• Compile relevant data and documents for the project.

• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual project reporting.

• Coordinate with project teams in the documentation of projects’ achievements

Benefits and Compensation

Other: Medical and Life Insurance with a limit

Duty station: Addis Ababa with frequent travel within Ethiopia

Type of employment: Permanent

Reports to: Consultancy Manager

Job Requirements

Education, Work experience, and Language

• Master’s in Project Management, Business and Economics, and related fields

• At least 2 years of experience in business development, research, market development, and project implementation.

• Proficiency in spoken and written English. 

Leadership and Management Competencies

• Excellent communication and writing skills.

• Outstanding diplomatic, influence, and persuasion skills to sell products and services.

• Mastery in demonstrating personal effectiveness and delivering results through people.

• Outstanding skills in planning, organizing, and reporting.

• Strong analytical and critical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

• Champions in fostering partnership and stakeholder relationships.

• Ability to perform under stress with minimal supervision and able to handle multiple tasks at a time in a calm and organized manner. 

• Hands-on and proactive approach.

Technical Competencies

• Proven track record in project planning, monitoring, and reporting.

• Outstanding in organizing, analysing, and interpreting data and developing strategies and business plans.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint packages.

• Sound understanding of working practices in PLC 

Preferred Age Range: 25-30 years

How to Apply

Interested applicants can send their completed resume and application letter by e-mail to recruitment@shayashone.com

Applicants are expected to clearly indicate the position they are applying for. We strongly encourage qualified women to apply.