Job Description
Company Snapshot
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is an international humanitarian and development organisation working with communities to address poverty, vulnerability and crises. Operating in Ethiopia since 1982, ADRA Ethiopia is a non-profit, non-political and non-governmental organisation and part of the global ADRA network of more than 120 country offices. Its programmes include health and nutrition, education, food security and livelihoods, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), renewable energy, and emergency response and preparedness.
About the Faith and Community Initiative
The Faith and Community Initiative (FCI), implemented by ADRA Ethiopia in partnership with WVIE, aims to strengthen integrated, community-based health services in Oromia. Through a hub-and-spoke model, the project connects faith-based and government health facilities, clinics and community posts to improve coordinated services and referrals for HIV, tuberculosis, malaria, maternal and child health, and mental health and psychosocial support. Implementation sites include Gimbi Adventist General Hospital, St. Comboni Health Center and Galiye Rogda. WVIE provides overall leadership and oversight, while ADRA Ethiopia leads project implementation, with a focus on community engagement, referral systems, safeguarding, accountability and health workforce capacity strengthening.
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What We’re Looking For
Experience:
Years of Experience: At least 10 years of progressive experience in health programming
Relevant Experience: five years in senior leadership. Proven expertise in programme design, implementation and evaluation. Experience with international NGOs and donor-funded projects (USAID, EU or UN) is highly desirable.
Skills:
Language Proficiency: Knowledge of Afaan Oromoo is an advantage.
Education & Certifications
Educational Requirements: Master’s degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Epidemiology or a related field.
Additional Information
- Work Location: This position is based at Addis Ababa
- Contract Type: This position is offered on a fixed-term basis for 12 months.
Application Instructions
How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit the following documents in person at the ADRA Ethiopia office during working hours:
- Cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for
- Updated CV (maximum five pages)
- Copies of academic credentials and relevant certificates
- Names and contact details of at least three professional referees
In-Person Application Location: ADRA Ethiopia office, Seventh-day Adventist Church compound, opposite the new Commercial Bank of Ethiopia building.
Date of Registration: APPLICATION DEADLINE OCTOBER 30, 2026 OFFICE HOURS Monday–Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Friday: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Selection Process: Please note, Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Important Application Notice: ADRA Ethiopia reserves the right to close the recruitment process early if a sufficient pool of suitable candidates has been identified. Early applications are encouraged.
Contact Us
For inquiries regarding this position, please contact:
Phone Number: +251 11 551 2212
