Position: Representative of the LWF/DWS program in Ethiopia
Place of Assignment: Based in Addis Ababa
Starting Date: 1 November 2008
Duration of
Contract: Initial contract of three years
Qualifications
Experience: Several years of experience in the field managing development and emergency programs, preferably within the LWF system or partner agencies, LWF member churches or church-related organizations.
Education: University graduate in management, development science or social sciences, agriculture or related fields.
Professional skills: Experience with ecumenical partners, U.N. and NGOs. Awareness of the general political, economic and development dynamics of the region. Strong organizational and management skills.
Language skills: Fluency in English, knowledge of Amharic would be an asset.
Computer skills: Knowledge of various computer software programs.
Commitment to train national staff and communities to increase their capacity for self-help and development.
Christian commitment. Applicants are required to obtain an endorsement from the church to which they belong.
Applications should be sent by e-mail, mail or fax by 31 July 2008 to:
The Rev. Rudolf Renfer
Director for Personnel
The Lutheran World Federation
P.O. Box 2100
CH 1211 Geneva 2
SWITZERLAND
Applications
should be sent in English, accompanied by copies of relevant diplomas
/ certificates and the names, e-mail addresses or fax numbers of
three persons who know the applicant professionally.