LIAISON OFFICER (Male & Female)

Job Description

Work Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Required Experience: 5–8 years minimum
Employment Type: Full-Time
Gender: Male and Female candidates are welcome

We are looking for experienced, professional, and responsible Liaison Officers to manage communication and coordination between the company and government offices, public institutions, regulatory authorities, and other relevant organizations.

The successful candidates must have excellent communication skills, strong local knowledge, and the ability to follow up on official matters, obtain necessary approvals, handle documentation, and maintain good working relationships with government and private institutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with government offices, ministries, regulatory authorities, and other public institutions on behalf of the company.

• Follow up on permits, licenses, approvals, registrations, and other official documents.

• Maintain regular communication with relevant government departments and ensure timely responses to company requests.

• Prepare, submit, and follow up on official letters, applications, reports, and supporting documents.

• Visit government offices and other institutions to complete assigned tasks and resolve pending matters.

• Build and maintain professional relationships with government officials, service providers, and other stakeholders.

• Coordinate with internal departments to collect the required information and documents for official submissions.

• Monitor the status of applications, approvals, renewals, and pending requests and provide regular updates to management.

• Ensure that all company activities comply with applicable government procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Maintain proper records of official correspondence, meetings, submissions, approvals, and follow-up activities.

• Assist management in resolving administrative and regulatory issues through proper communication and coordination.

• Prepare daily or weekly progress reports on liaison activities and pending matters.

• Handle confidential company information professionally and maintain a high standard of integrity.

• Perform other liaison and administrative duties assigned by management.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Law, Political Science, or a related field.

• Additional professional training or certifications in administration, government relations, or regulatory affairs will be an advantage.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant work experience in liaison, government relations, public relations, administration, or regulatory coordination.

• Good knowledge of government offices, administrative procedures, and regulatory requirements in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

• Proven experience handling official documentation, permits, licenses, approvals, and follow-up activities.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, coordination, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong knowledge of professional letter writing, email communication, and document management.

• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and other office applications.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow up on pending matters until completion.

• Fluency in Amharic and English is required. Knowledge of additional local languages will be an advantage.

• Must be willing to travel locally to government offices and other institutions whenever required.

• Must be honest, disciplined, well-organized, proactive, and professional.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates with previous experience working with manufacturing companies, construction companies, industrial parks, investment projects, or large business organizations will be given preference.

• Candidates with established professional experience coordinating with government authorities and regulatory institutions in Addis Ababa are highly encouraged to apply.

• Both male and female candidates are encouraged to apply based on their qualifications, experience, and suitability for the position.

• Candidates must demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, accountability, and a strong sense of responsibility.

  
  Key Performance Expectations

The selected candidates will be expected to:

• Complete assigned follow-ups within the required timelines.

• Ensure timely submission and renewal of official documents.

• Provide accurate and regular updates to management.

• Maintain organized records of all liaison activities.

• Develop effective professional relationships with relevant institutions.

• Resolve administrative and coordination issues efficiently and professionally.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV, educational certificates, relevant work experience documents, and contact details.