Job Opportunity: Election Operations Planning Expert position available at National Election Board of Ethiopia(NEBE) in Addis Ababa. Management, Development and Project Management jobs in Ethiopia are in high demand. Apply now through GeezJobs - Ethiopia's leading job portal.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW 

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

Required number:         One

Reports to:                     Election Operation Department Head

Duty station:                  NEBE Head Quarter, Addis Ababa

Duration:                        Permanent

Salary:                             As per the organization salary scale (Competitive)

Job Summary

Election Operations Planning Expert is responsible for: 

• Develop comprehensive election plans, and prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports and ensuring the effective execution of electoral activities.

• Conduct assessment in election areas and forward lessons.

• Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation activity.

• The Election Operations Planning Expert upholds ethical principles, ensures accurate data management, and contributes to efficient desk coordination.

Duties and responsibilities

• Preparation of election Operation plan and report

• preparation of election Operation schedule

• Prepare forms used for election execution

• Prepare voting papers and documents and monitors the purchase

• collaborating with the Head of Election Operations, supporting security measures 

• Organizes information and documents from regional offices, zones, constituencies and polling stations for further Forecasting of operational activities

• Develop comprehensive election plans

• Collects information on public holidays during the election year, election preparation time, to prepare a timetable for to conduct election Operation. 

• Prepares the Department’s TOR.

• Prepares quarterly, semi-annual, nine-monthly and annual report of the department

• Monitors and resolves complaints related to operational activities.

• Provides a detailed plan for procurement of election materials.

• Uphold ethical principles, including impartiality, transparency, and neutrality, in all election and referendum-related activities.   

• Participate in the overall election processes and report according to allocated positions.

  Processes to manage and/or control

  • Prepares and submits a draft election implementation schedule.

  • Prepares detailed plans and budgets for the department used for election Operation and routine work.

  • Prepares quarterly, semi-annual, nine-monthly and annual report of the department

  • Prepares the Department’s TOR.

Specification:

Education and Work Experience: 

• Masters or BA degree in Management, Economics, Law, Project Management, Business administration or public administration and other related fields
• 5 years for Masters or 7 years for BA 

Training

• Project or program management

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of electoral processes and regional operations.
• Reporting and documentation capabilities.
• Managing complex payrolls.   
• Not a member of a political party.

Know-How (Skills) (Technical competencies):

• Strong knowledge of electoral processes, procedures, and legal frameworks.

• Excellent project planning and coordination skills.

• Familiarity with security protocols related to elections.

• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Commitment to ethical standards and impartiality.

• Financial management skills for budget planning.

• Proficiency in election-related software and tools.

Behavioural competencies:

• Adaptability/ flexibility
  • Team Player
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem Solving
  • Analytical thinking
  • Collaborativeness
  • Working under stressful conditions

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 the attached link               
• https://nebe-election.org/apply within 10 days from this announcement.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply!