African Development Bank (AfDB) is the leading pan-African development finance institution, committed to fostering economic growth and social progress across the continent. With 81 member states, including 54 in Africa, the Bank focuses on impactful projects that drive poverty reduction through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Our Ten Year Strategy (2023 – 2032) centers around five key areas, known as the High 5s: energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration, and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa.
Position 1: Driver
Qualifications and Skills:
- High School Diploma
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record
- Additional certifications as required
- Eligibility to work in Ethiopia
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a driver in international/multinational, public, or private sector organizations
- Skills in minor vehicle repairs and routine maintenance
- Knowledge of safe and efficient vehicle operation and maintenance
- Demonstrated initiative, discretion, honesty, and good character
- Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in written and verbal communication in French or English (knowledge of additional languages is a plus)
- Competence in Microsoft Word and Internet use
Responsibilities:
- Offer dependable and secure driving services to the Deputy Director-General.
- Execute office messenger tasks.
Position 2: Senior Program Officer
Qualifications and Skills:
- Master’s degree in economics, politics, international relations, rural/development studies, law, management, or related disciplines.
- Profound comprehension of political economy discussions in Africa and internationally.
- Knowledgeable about the function of development finance institutions in socioeconomic reform and poverty alleviation.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in developing countries, preferably with regional, continental, or international development agencies
- Understanding of regional integration and supranational organizations (experience with AU, African RECs is a plus)
- Strong planning, organizational, negotiation, and team-building skills
- Ability to influence stakeholders and translate strategic thinking into action
- Leadership experience in complex, multinational, multicultural settings
- Excellent communication skills in French or English, with knowledge of the other language
- Proficiency in Bank standard software (Office suites, ERP, Collaboration Suites)
Responsibilities:
- Support the Lead Program Coordinator in various duties and responsibilities
Position 3: Finance and Administrative Officer
Qualifications and Skills:
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Finance, or Business Administration
- Membership in a professional accounting body (CA, CPA, ACCA) is advantageous
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in accounting or international financial organizations
- Teamwork capability
- Strong communication skills in English or French, with working knowledge of the other language
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of SAP S/R is beneficial
Position 4: Water & Sanitation Officer
Qualifications and Skills:
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water and Sanitation Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or related fields
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in water security and sanitation programming, project management, and policy formulation
- Strategic thinking and ability to synthesize complex sector issues
- Knowledge of water security and sanitation reforms, public-private partnerships, and innovative financing mechanisms
- Experience in project cycle activities related to water security and sanitation infrastructure
- Strong analytical skills and understanding of technical and policy drivers in the water sector
- Experience with international development finance institutions is preferred
- Effective functioning in a multicultural environment and strong client orientation
- Excellent communication skills in English (proficiency in other languages is a plus)
- Competence in Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint); knowledge of SAP is desirable
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Deadline : July 4, 2024
How to Apply:
Only applicants who have the right to live and work in Ethiopia will be considered. The Bank does not support applications for work permits and relocation.
