Program coordinator

Job Description

The Ethiopian pediatrics society is collaborating with the American Academy of pediatrics  (AAP) in the Implementation research  on a Suicide Prevention package co-created with lived-experience community members in Ethiopia    The research will be conducted in Addis Ababa, Jima , Gondar and Haromya universities 

Job Summary: 

The project coordinator will work closely with the Principal Co-Investigator to provide leadership and management for the Suicide prevention package  and will be responsible for organization and day-to-day management of the project activities. This position will be the primary representation for the  team in Ethiopia with government counterparts and development partners. The position will be given significant responsibility for the development and execution of the implementation plan, including monitoring key deliverables and project achievements, as well as collaborating to design and carry out project activities. 

Specific roles and responsibilities include

• Manage the routine day-to-day operation logistics and administration aspects of the study project; 
• Plan, implement and evaluate trainings; 
• Plan, coordinate meetings, take notes, and routinely communicate investigators and hospital-based study teams; 
• Working closely with the study PIs and investigators prepare standard operating procedure and protocols for the interventions and develop instruments and protocols for data collection; 
• Develop program and financial reports and submit to the Executive director of the Ethiopian pediatrics society ; 

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of EPS 

Date of Announcement:             22 January 2025 

Vacancy:                                  Program coordinator 

Duration of work:                      1 year with possible extension 

Tentative Start Date:                  Immediately 

Number of posts:                       1

Station:             Addis Ababa 

Job Requirements

• Basic Qualifications:
• Master’s degree required with at least two years of progressively responsible management experience, research project management is a plus. 
• Demonstrated experience managing staff, budgets, and implementation of research projects.
• Familiarity with the Ethiopian health system, Ethiopian Ministry of Health and Regional Health Bureaus preferred. 
• Written and verbal fluency in English required. Strong writing skills and exceptional oral and written communication skills required. 

Additional Qualifications:

• Must have the ability to represent the Project with external constituents, including the donor, international organizations, peer institutions, and Ethiopian government bodies. 
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, supervisory, and organizational skills necessary. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple project activities, balance conflicting priorities, and handle confidential information appropriately. Must exhibit tact and diplomacy in inter-cultural settings. 
• Substantial experience in applied research or academic administration preferred. 
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success leading collaborative projects and achieving exceptional operational results, and will possess a strong reputation for being an organized and dynamic leader. 

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates for the positions stated above are invited to apply to the Ethiopian pediatrics Society office located in Kirkos Sub city Meskel flower area s family building office

 number 500/1 

Female applicants are highly encouraged. An applicant is requested to attach the following documents:  until February 07

Letter of application mentioning the specific position 

Recent CV 

Original and copies of degrees, and other relevant documents 

Research experience is required