Job Description
CONSORTIUM OF ETHIOPIAN CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONSOFPEACE (CECSOP)
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
About CECSOP
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The Consortium of Ethiopian Civil Society Organizations of Peace (CECSOP) is a consortiumofcivil society organizations committed to promoting peace building, conflict prevention, social
cohesion, dialogue, and sustainable peace in Ethiopia. Through collaboration, capacitydevelopment, advocacy, and coordinated interventions, CECSOP works to strengthenthecontribution of civil society organizations to peace and development. CECSOP invites qualified, competent, and motivated applicants to apply for the followingpositions to support the effective implementation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluationof itsprograms and projects. About The Project
Under the EU funded CDP-Lg CSOs Program led by WHH, CECSOP will implement aoneyear project on a project title “Amplify the role of non-state and state actor on peace-buildingand post national dialogue exercises in Ethiopia”. We are Looking for Competent candidates.
Position: Project Officer, Peace building and Conflict Prevention Officer, and Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: Subject to project duration and organizational requirements
Application Deadline: November 1, 2026
Number of Positions: Three (3)
1. Project Officer
Reports to: Executive Director
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Job Purpose
The Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating and supporting the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of CECSOP projects. The position ensures that project activities are implemented in accordance with approved project documents, workplans, budgets, donor requirements, and organizational policies.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of project activities in line with approved project proposals, work plans, and budgets.
Prepare detailed activity plans, schedules, and implementation updates in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Facilitate workshops, trainings, consultations, meetings, and other project activities.
Coordinate with member organizations, implementing partners, government institutions, donors, and other stakeholders.
Monitor project progress and identify implementation challenges, risks, and opportunitiesfor improvement.
Prepare timely and accurate narrative reports, activity reports, and other project documentation.
Work closely with the Finance Officer to ensure that project expenditures are consistent with approved budgets and donor requirements.
Maintain proper project records, documentation, and activity-related evidence.
Support project review meetings, learning events, and organizational planning processes.
Perform other relevant duties assigned by the Executive Director.
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree or above in Project Management, Development Studies, Governance, Public Administration, Political Science, Peace and Conflict Studies, or a related field. At least three years of relevant experience in project coordination, project implementation, or program management, preferably within civil society organizations or NGOs.
Demonstrated experience in preparing work plans, activity reports, and project documentation.
Knowledge of project cycle management, donor compliance, and civil society operations.
Strong coordination, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent written and spoken English; knowledge of Amharic and/or other Ethiopianlanguages is an advantage
General Competencies Required for All Positions All applicants are expected to demonstrate:
Commitment to CECSOP's mission, values, and objectives.
Professional integrity, accountability, transparency, and respect for diversity.
Strong teamwork, interpersonal communication, and coordination skills.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
Commitment to gender equality, inclusion, safeguarding, and the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
Willingness to comply with CECSOP's organizational policies, code of conduct, and applicable donor requirements
How To Apply
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit the following documents:
1. Updated curriculum vitae (CV).
2. A cover letter explaining their suitability for the position.
3. Copies of relevant educational certificates and other supporting documents, where requested.
Applications should be submitted electronically to:
Email: cecsop2023@gmail.com Copy to, Cecsop2026@gmail.com In person you can alsoSubmit your Cv at CECSOP head Office, Hayahulet Mazoria next to Golagul tower, Noahreal
state building, Floor 2 Office Number 26. Application Deadline: November 01/2026
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment and/or interview. Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding
CECSOP is committed to equal opportunity, diversity, inclusion, safeguarding, accountability, and professional integrity. Qualified candidates who can contributetoCECSOP's commitment to inclusive and sustainable peace building are encouraged toapply. CECSOP maintains a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, discrimination, fraud, corruption, and other forms of misconduct. CECSOP reserves theright to conduct appropriate reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process. Consortium of Ethiopian Civil Society Organizations on Peace (CECSOP)Addis Ababa Bole Sub City, Hayahulet Mazoria next to Golagul tower, Noah real state building, Floor 2 Of ice Number 26., Email: cecsop2023@gmail.com, Tel: +251-912809325, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
