The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), re-established by proclamation No. 1133/2011, is the constitutionally mandated body to conduct elections, organize referenda, and regulate political parties in Ethiopia. NEBE is working to boost its institutional strength with a special focus on the enhancement of human resource capacity. Accordingly, NEBE would like to invite applicants for the ICT Project Manager position who meet the following requirements. 

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced ICT Project Manager to plan, execute, and oversee a portfolio of technology projects. You will be responsible for managing the entire project lifecycle—from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of deep technical understanding, strong business acumen, and exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution: 

● Lead the end-to-end management of multiple concurrent ICT projects (e.g., software development, system integrations, network upgrades, cloud migrations, ERP implementations). 

● Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, resources, budget, risks, and deliverables, in collaboration with technical teams and stakeholders. 

● Define project tasks, resource requirements, and work breakdown structures (WBS). 

● Execute projects according to the project plan and company methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid). 

Stakeholder & Communication Management: 

● Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including clients, senior management, vendors, and technical teams. 

● Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure transparent communication through regular status reports, steering committee meetings, and presentations. 

● Facilitate effective communication between technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex concepts into clear business terms. 

Team Leadership & Resource Management: 

● Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams (developers, engineers, analysts, etc.), fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. 

● Identify and secure necessary resources, assigning tasks and ensuring team members have the tools and information needed to succeed. 

● Manage relationships with third-party vendors and contractors. 

Budget & Financial Management: 

● Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring cost-effectiveness. 

● Provide budget forecasts and report on financial performance, justifying variances and implementing corrective actions when necessary. 

Risk & Issue Management: 

● Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle. 

● Develop contingency plans and escalate critical issues to management in a timely manner. 

● Ensure compliance with internal security, quality, and data governance standards. 

Quality & Delivery: 

● Monitor project progress, track milestones and deliverables, and implement changes when necessary. 

● Ensure final deliverables meet defined quality standards and business requirements. 

● Manage user acceptance testing (UAT) and project sign-off. 

● Conduct post-project evaluations to identify successes and areas for improvement. 

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. 

● Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is highly desirable. PRINCE2, Agile (CSM, PSM), or similar certifications are a strong plus. 

● Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, specifically within ICT/IT. 

● Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC), IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity principles, and cloud computing (Ethiotelecom ECS, AWS, Azure, GCP). 

● Methodology Proficiency: Proven experience with both Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and Waterfall methodologies, and the ability to apply a hybrid approach where appropriate. 

● Tool Proficiency: Expert-level skill with project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project) and collaboration tools (e.g., Confluence, SharePoint, Teams/Slack). 

● Budget Management: Demonstrated experience building and managing project budgets 

Preferred Qualifications 

● Experience managing projects in [mention your specific industry, e.g., finance, healthcare, government, SaaS]. 

● Technical background as a developer, systems analyst, or engineer. 

● Experience with DevOps practices and tools. 

● Knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks like ITIL. 

● Experience with change management principles. 

Soft Skills & Personal Attributes 

● Leadership: Inspirational leader with the ability to motivate teams and drive projects to successful completion without direct authority. 

● Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. 

● Problem-Solver: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with a solutions-oriented mindset. 

● Organizational: Superior organizational skills, including attention to detail and the ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

● Resilience: Ability to remain calm under pressure, manage adversity, and navigate ambiguity. 

How To Apply

      INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO SEND NON-RETURNABLE:

• Application letter that explains why you fit for the post and updated CV, and Three work related referees;

• Application letter & resume should be saved by full name of Applicants.

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further screening.

• Those who are interested can only apply through THIS LINK   within 10 days from this announcement.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply!