Ministry of Women and Social Affairs (MoWSA) wants to hire three senior-level local experts to act as the core team running a major gender-equality program funded by the European Union and the UN.

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COUNTRY: Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

Name of Project: Joint Programme on "Strengthening the Institutional Capacity of the National Gender Machineries in Ethiopia"

The Joint Programme "Strengthening Institutional Capacity of Gender Machineries in Ethiopia" (2025-2027), led by UN Women and UNFPA in collaboration with MoWSA, BOWSAs, and statistical institutions with support from the European Union Delegation in Ethiopia and the Spanish Cooperation Agency, aims to Enhance gender planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting systems, Improve production, analysis, and use of gender statistics and Advance gender mainstreaming in national and regional programs.

The Programme targets MoWSA, BOWSAs in Afar, Amhara, Gambella, St Somali and Tigray, sectoral gender directorates, and key statistical institutions, indirectly benefiting women and girls nationwide by strengthening institutional capacity to deliver equitable services.

The Ministry of Women and Social Affairs has given lead to recruit the S Senior Programme Coordinator, Finance Coordinator and Senior Sector Specific Technical Assistant for the implementation of Joint Programme on "Strengthening the Institutional Capacity of the National Gender Machineries in Ethiopia".

The Ministry of Women & Social Affairs has intended to invite qualified eligible individuals to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested candidates should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

Therefore, the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs now invites committed,  experienced and competent local applicants for the following positions.

1. Assignment Title: Senior Programme Coordinator

The Scope of Services and key Responsibilities

The scope of the assignment and the responsibilities of the Senior Programme Coordinator will include but not limited to the following tasks:

Programme Coordination and Management

• Support the day-to-day management of the Joint Programme, ensuring alignment with work plans, budgets, and timelines at the Federal level
• Organize and conduct periodic programme meetings, workshops, and review sessions.
• Coordinate with UN Women, UNFPA, MOWSA, BOWSAs, and sectoral ministries to ensure effective programme delivery.
• Facilitate update and mid-term exchange meetings between the Federal and the selected regional bureaus and relevant partners
• Organize joint field missions in consultation with MOWSA and Regional BOWSA

Monitoring and Reporting

• Track and report on key programme indicators at the outcome and output  level
• Monitor the implementation of key interventions in collaboration with UN Women, UNFPA and regional project officers
• Ensure timely submission of progress reports on the implementation of theprogramme interventions to the donors

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with MOWSA, BOWSAs, sector ministries, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate coordinated programme implementation.
• Build and maintain partnerships with national and regional actors to enhance programme impact.
• Represent the Joint Programme in technical meetings and national forums 1 related to gender equality and empowerment initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Ministry of Women & Social Affairs.

Required Qualifications/Competences and Experience

• Master's degree in Gender Studies, Social Work, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in gender equality, gender analysis and mainstreaming social development, or programme coordination.
• Project management certification and result based management experience is an added advantage
• Proven experience facilitating inter-institutional platforms and multi- stakeholder coordination and networking.
• Strong knowledge of national gender policies, legal frameworks, and international conventions on GEWE.
• Familiarity in generation, analysis and utilization of gender statistics is an advantage
• Demonstrated ability to translate policy commitments into actionable programmes.
• Experience in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on gender-related programs is an asset.

Competencies and Skills

• Excellent coordination, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including capacity to interpret and use gender data and statistics
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multi-institutional environment.
• Strong organizational skills and capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in English and Amharic; knowledge of other local languages an asset.

Reporting: Directly to the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs 

The Senior Programme Coordinator will manage a small team and work closely with government and UN counterparts to ensure programme deliverables are achieved.

2. Assignment Title: The Finance Coordinator

The Finance Coordinator will provide financial management and administrative support for the Joint Programme at the federal level. The role ensures proper financial planning, budgeting, utilization, compliance, and reporting in line with UN, donors and government regulations. The Finance Coordinator will support efficient use of resources and ensure accountability and transparency in programme financial operations.

The scope of the assignment and the responsibilities of the Finance Coordinator will include but not limited to the following tasks:

Financial Management and Budgeting

• Support the preparation, revision, and monitoring of programme budgets in line with approved work plans.
• Track expenditures and ensure alignment with budget allocations and donor requirements.
• Provide regular financial analysis and forecasts to support programme implementation.
• Ensure cost-effective use of programme resources.
• Provide timely technical support to Federal and Regional team working on the JP on strengthening of National Gender machineries in Ethiopia.

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial reports to UN Women, UNFPA, and government stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with UN financial rules, donor requirements, and national regulations.
• Maintain proper financial records and documentation for audit purposes.
• Support internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations in a timely manner
• Facilitate tailored training on financial management and related topics to experts working on the JP on strengthening gender machineries in the selected regions

Payment Processing and Disbursement

♦Facilitate timely processing of payments, advances, and reimbursements.

• Verify supporting documents for financial transactions to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate with UN agencies and partners on fund disbursement and liquidation processes.
• Keep up to date and proper documentations and records for reference

Programme Support and Coordination

Work closely with programme teams to align financial planning with programme activities.

Provide financial guidance to implementing partners, including MoWSA, BoWSAs, and sectoral institutions.

• Support capacity building of partners on financial management and reporting requirement
• Work closely with the program officer in the organization of midterm and offic update meetings specifically on financial matters
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Liaise with UN Women, UNFPA, MOWSA, and other stakeholders on financial matters.
• Participate in programme review meetings and provide financial updates.
• Support the program officer in partners consultations and meetings
• Required Qualifications/Competences and Experience
• Master's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in financial S management, preferably within development and humanitarian programmes.
• Strong knowledge of financial rules, procedures, and donor compliance  requirements, particularly with EU rules and regulations
• Experience working with Government UN agencies or international organizations is an asset.
• Proven experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and audit processes.
• Competencies and Skills
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English and Amharic; knowledge of other local languages is an asset
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multi-institutional environment.

3. Assignment Title: Senior Sector Specific Technical Assistant

The Senior Sector Specific Technical Assistant will provide technical, analytical, and coordination support to the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs to strengthen the mainstreaming of gender equality and women's empowerment across national policies, strategies, programs, and institutions.

The position supports the Ministry's mandate in promoting women's rights, Ability advancing gender responsive development, and ensuring compliance with national and international gender equality commitments

The scope of the assignment and the responsibilities of the Senior Sector Technica Specific Technical Assistant will include but not limited to the following tasks:

A. Technical Support on Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment

• Provide technical advice to the Ministry on gender equality, women's rights, Excelle and gender mainstreaming in laws, policies, strategies, programs, and action plans.
• Support the integration of gender responsive approaches in sectoral policies and national development frameworks.
• Contribute to the development, review, and revision of gender related policies, Exper strategies, guidelines, and implementation manuals.
• Support the Ministry in promoting women's political, economic, and social Excel
• empowerment, including addressing structural barriers to gender equality.

B. Policy Analysis and Knowledge Management

• Conduct or support gender analysis, policy reviews, and situation assessments relevant to women and girls.
• Compile, analyze, and synthesize sex disaggregated data and gender statistics to inform evidence based decision making.
• Prepare policy briefs, concept notes, background papers, talking points, and technical reports related to gender equality and women's empowerment.
• Support documentation of best practices, lessons learned, and innovations in gender equality programming.

C. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Support coordination between the Ministry and line ministries, regional bureaus, women's institutions, and other government bodies on gender Fu equality commitments.
• Provide technical support to national gender coordination platforms and inter In ministerial mechanisms.
• Liaise with development partners, UN agencies, civil society organizations, 5. and women's rights organizations on gender related initiatives.
• Contribute to consultations, workshops, trainings, and policy dialogues on gender equality issues.

D. Capacity Development and Mainstreaming

Support the design and delivery of capacity building activities for government officials on gender mainstreaming and gender responsive planning and budgeting.

• Provide technical inputs into training materials, toolkits, and guidance notes on gender equality.
• Support institutional strengthening efforts to enhance the Ministry's leadership role on gender equality and women's empowerment.

E. Support to National and International Commitments

• Assist the Ministry in monitoring and reporting on national and international gender equality commitments, including regional and global frameworks on women's rights.
• Support preparation of inputs for national reports, progress updates, and reviews related to women and gender equality.
• Contribute to follow up actions and coordination related to gender related recommendations and commitments.

Required Qualifications/Competences and Experience

Education Minimum of a Master's degree in Gender Studies, Women's Studies, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, Law, or a related field.

Experience

• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in gender equality, women's empowerment, or gender mainstreaming.
• Demonstrated experience working on gender policy development, analysis, or program implementation.
• Experience working with government institutions, preferably within the public sector or ministries.
• Familiarity with national gender equality frameworks and women's rights issues is a strong asset.

Competencies and skills

Core Competencies

• strong commitment to gender equality, women’s right, and social justices
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural and institutional environment.

High level of professional integrity and accountability.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of gender mainstreaming approaches, gender responsive planning, and women's empowerment frameworks.
• Excellent technical writing and reporting skills, including drafting policy and analytical documents.
• Ability to interpret and apply gender equality principles in policy and program contexts.
• Experience using gender analysis tools and frameworks.

Communication and Coordination Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Amharic; knowledge of other local languages is an advantage.
• Strong facilitation and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare clear presentations and briefing materials for senior officials.

Duration of the Assignment and implementation arrangements for the above three positions.

Duration: Minimum one-year contract, renewable based on performance, resource availability and programme needs.

Location: Based at the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs, Addis Ababa

Salary: Negotiable

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 9:00A.M to 12:00am and 2:00pm to 5:00pm from Monday to Friday.

Interested candidates may submit their CVs and credentials with written application to the address below before the deadline Friday, June 05/2026, 5.30pm.

Address..............4 Kilo, Behind Tourist Hotel

Competency and Human Resource Management Executive, 7th floor

Tel: +251916827606, 0911555381

Ministry of women and Social affairs

Tender details

• Deadline: 2026-06-05
• Bid closing time: 17:30
• Bid opening: 2026-06-05 17:30
• Bid opening (note): No Specific Opening date and time
• Region: Addis Ababa
• Publishing entity: Ministry of Women and Social Affairs
• Buyer address: ግዮን ሆቴል አጠገብ
• Published: May 27, 2026
• Posted at: 2026-05-28T10:24:59.000Z