1.    BACKGROUND

GAIN was launched at the UN in 2002 to tackle the human suffering caused by malnutrition. GAIN is a global, Swiss-based foundation that mobilizes public-private partnerships and provides financial and technical support to deliver nutritious foods to those people most at risk of malnutrition.

We build alliances between governments, local and global businesses, and civil society to deliver sustainable improvements at scale. We are part of a global network of partners working together to create sustainable solutions to malnutrition. Through alliances, we provide technical, financial and policy support to key participants in the food system. We use specific learning, evidence of impact, and results of projects and programmes to shape and influence the actions of others.

One of the programs that GAIN convenes globally, alongside the World Food Programme (WFP) is called the Scaling Up Nutrition Business Network (SBN). The SBN is one of four global networks within the Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement which supports 65 Countries, including Ethiopia, to develop a multi-stakeholder approach to nutrition. The SBN Ethiopia’s ambition is to increase the availability and affordability of safe, nutritious foods in Ethiopia through:

·       Convening and organizing business around national nutrition priorities.

·       Assessing the challenges and opportunities facing businesses in scaling up their actions and investments in nutrition and facilitating partnerships at national and global level to support national businesses.

·       Improving the enabling environment to incentivize business to act on nutrition, fostering strong links and partnerships for the SBN Ethiopia with SUN’s Civil Society, Donor and UN networks, along with the Government of Ethiopia

GAIN Ethiopia hosts the secretariat of SBN Ethiopia and supported the formation of the SBN Ethiopia Executive Committee which works closely with the SUN Focal Point in Ethiopia.

2.    OBJECTIVES OF ASSIGNMENT 

Under the direct supervision of National SBN Secretary General, and support from overall guidance of GAIN, the Intern is responsible for providing administrative support to the secretary general and other members of the executive team. The intern (Administrative Assistant) will be the primary point of contact for internal and external contacts and will provide guidance and assistance in completing tasks by prioritizing responsibilities, keeping schedules, maintaining calendars, and coordinating travel arrangements. This position also handles office documentation related to meetings and other company events as well as being responsible for maintaining office supplies.

3.    SCOPE OF WORK AND LOCATION

The scope of work is mainly to accomplish the legal registration of SBN Ethiopia and support to the secretary general and other members of the executive team.  The Intern will be working on a full-time basis and support the SBN Secretary General as well as the GAIN team in providing administrative support.

4.    COORDINATION ARRANGEMENTS

The selected Intern will work closely with the Secretary General, EC chairperson, SBN consultant and GAIN delegated staff for SBN Ethiopia activities. The assignment is expected to be completed in 3 months after signing of the agreement depending on the registration process of Ethiopian Authority for Civil Society Organizations (ACSO). 

5.  Role and Responsibilities

The intern that is going to work as an Administrative Assistant of SBN is responsible for

·       Providing administrative support to the secretary general and other members of the executive team.

·       Handles office documentation related to meetings and other company events as well as being responsible for maintaining office supplies.

• Assisting the financial management of SBN including budgeting, forecasting, and processing of cash transactions

·       The Intern (Administrative Assistant) will be the primary point of contact for internal and external contacts and will provide guidance and assistance in completing tasks by prioritizing responsibilities, keeping schedules, maintaining calendars, and coordinating travel arrangements. 

Job Requirements

6.   QUALIFICATIONS 

·       Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field (Fresh graduate - 2021 - 2023 GC/2013 - 2015 EC)

·       Previous experience in an administrative role is a plus.

·       Open and quick to learn.

·       Accuracy in the processing of cash transactions, mathematical aptitude, and attention to detail.

·       Computer literacy with excellent` Microsoft Office Suite (MS word, MS Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook and Tally skills.

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

·       Ability to multi-task

·       Strong interpersonal skills

·       Proactive

·       Teamwork

·       Result oriented.

·       Ability to work under pressure.

·       Good organizational skills

·       Ability to focus and pay attention to details.

How to Apply

Submit updated CV, and application letter via email: ethiopiaoffice@gainhealth.org. for more information call Tel: +251116610088

GAIN-Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition