Plan International – Vacancy Announcement
Plan International, an international humanitarian and development organization, is inviting applications for the position of Project Officer under its “Countering Harmful Practices (F4B)” project. The role focuses on addressing gender-based violence and harmful traditional practices in the Amhara region.
Location: Dangila and Shewa Robit (Amhara Region), Ethiopia
Project: Countering Harmful Practices F4B (2026–2030)
Employment Type: Contract-based
Grade: C1
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Application Deadline: May 10, 2026
Position: Project Officer
Role Overview
The Project Officer will support the implementation, coordination, and monitoring of project activities aimed at preventing harmful practices such as child marriage, FGM/C, teenage pregnancy, and gender-based violence. The role involves working closely with local stakeholders, government bodies, and civil society organizations.
Key Responsibilities
👉 Coordinate day-to-day project implementation activities at field level
👉 Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with approved plans and budgets
👉 Prepare reports in line with donor and organizational requirements
👉 Collaborate with government stakeholders, CSOs, and community leaders
👉 Support community-based interventions addressing harmful practices and GBV
👉 Facilitate training, awareness programs, and stakeholder engagement
👉 Ensure compliance with safeguarding and gender equality policies
👉 Participate in monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes
Required Qualifications
👉 Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, or related social science fields
👉 Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years with NGOs
👉 Strong understanding of GBV, harmful traditional practices, and gender equality
👉 Knowledge of child protection and humanitarian/development frameworks
👉 Experience in advocacy, behavior change communication, and civil society engagement
👉 Familiarity with government systems and stakeholder coordination
Desired Skills and Competencies
👉 Strong community mobilization and facilitation skills
👉 Planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting skills
👉 Analytical and problem-solving abilities
👉 Excellent written and verbal communication skills
👉 Basic knowledge of finance, administration, and information systems
👉 Proficiency in computer applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
Language Requirements
👉 Fluency in English (mandatory)
👉 Knowledge of Amharic required
👉 Additional local language skills are an advantage
Safeguarding and Compliance
👉 Adhere to Plan International’s safeguarding and gender equality policies
👉 Promote child protection and ethical conduct in all project activities
👉 Ensure proper reporting and handling of safeguarding concerns