Categories: NGO Jobs in Ethiopia, April 2026

Job vacancies at American College of Technology (ACT), Ethiopia

ACT invites qualified and competent professionals for the following positions:

01. Project Officer -5 Positions

Location: Multiple, Ethiopia | Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

External Vacancy Announcement

American College of Technology (ACT) in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, is implementing a large scale youth apprenticeship program. The program aims to facilitate job matching, placement, and ongoing monitoring for selected youth, supporting their transition into the workforce and enhancing their employability.

Position: Project Officer
Employment Type: Full-time
Duty Station: Multiple locations (Addis Ababa, Oromia, Amhara, South Ethiopia, Sidama, Central Ethiopia and Dire Dawa.

Note: Applicants are required to apply for only one duty station. Applications for multiple locations will not be considered.

About the Role

The Project Officer will support the implementation of field-level activities, including firm engagement, youth coordination, apprenticeship placement, and monitoring. The role involves close interaction with youth, firms, and local stakeholders to ensure successful program delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct firm registration, assessment, and evaluation visits
Support preparation and review of firm training plans
Facilitate job matching and coordinate interviews between youth and firms
Organize and support orientation sessions and job fairs
Assist in contract collection and documentation
Conduct regular monitoring visits to firms and apprentices
Collect and manage program data (IDF, IDY, reports, etc.)
Provide coaching and support to youth and firms
Prepare regular reports on progress and challenges
Collaborate with OSSCs and local stakeholders

Required Qualifications & Experience

BA Degree in human resource management, economics, public management, marketing management, social studies, business management, or related fields
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
Experience in apprenticeships, coaching, mentoring, and working with multiple stakeholders
Experience in youth-focused projects
Experience in supporting and coaching adolescents and youth
Experience in job linkage and job creation
Proven experience working with private sector organizations
Experience and knowledge in managing young people

Preferred Competencies

Experience working with youth-focused projects
Strong organizational and reporting skills
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders
Understanding of local labor market dynamics

Required Skills

Communication & Negotiation
Good project management knowledge.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Project cycle management, Monitoring & Evaluation, advocacy

Desired Skills

Project management
Good project management knowledge.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants shall apply via the following link: https://actjobs.et/jobs/project-officer-1775463171-69d36b03a3770

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be communicated.

02. Project Team Leader

Location: Multiple, Ethiopia | Application Deadline: April 21, 2026

External Vacancy Announcement

Duty Station: Multiple locations (Addis Ababa, Oromia, Amhara, South Ethiopia, Sidama, Central Ethiopia and Dire Dawa.)

Note: Applicants are required to apply for only one duty station. Applications for multiple locations will not be considered.

About the Role

The Project Team Leader will oversee the implementation of apprenticeship placement activities, including firm engagement, job matching, coordination of interviews, and monitoring of program activities. The role requires strong leadership, coordination with stakeholders, and hands-on management of large-scale youth employment initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate overall project implementation across
Support firm identification, evaluation, and shortlisting processes
Oversee organization of job matching, interviews, and placement processes
Coordinate orientation sessions for firms and stakeholders
Ensure proper execution of apprenticeship placements and contract management
Supervise Project Officers and ensure timely delivery of activities
Companies, OSSCs, and other stakeholders
Ensure compliance with OHS, GBV, and program guidelines
Lead monitoring activities and ensure quality reporting
Compile and submit progress, monitoring, and final reports

Required Qualifications & Experience

MA Degree in management, economics, entrepreneurship, human resources management, public management, marketing management, or related fields.
Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience
Proven experience leading teams on adolescent and youth programs
Experience in organizing job fairs and job linkage activities
Experience in job matching and placement
Strong linkage with private sector organizations
Experience in delivering job search skills training
Experience in facilitating behavioral change training programs
Familiarity with workforce and skills development initiatives in Ethiopia
Excellent communication skills in English, Amharic and the local language of the region applied for (both spoken and written)

Preferred Competencies