Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed ( Photo: ENA) Addis Abeba– Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed told parliament on Thursday that Ethiopia has “no desire to invade Eritrea for the sake of the Red Sea,” while emphasizing that access to the sea is “existential” for the country. “Our desire is to negotiate based on the principle of give …

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed ( Photo: ENA) Addis Abeba– Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed told parliament on Thursday that Ethiopia has “no desire to invade Eritrea for the sake of the Red Sea,” while emphasizing that access to the sea is “existential” for the country. “Our desire is to negotiate based on the principle of give …

( photo: SNTV News) Addis Abeba – Somalia has announced that it refuses to negotiate any issue with Ethiopia until the latter recognizes its “sovereignty,” according to Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s televised speech on Saturday. “We will not negotiate on any matter until Ethiopia acknowledges Somalia’s sovereignty and status as an independent neighboring country,” …

( photo: SNTV News) Addis Abeba – Somalia has announced that it refuses to negotiate any issue with Ethiopia until the latter recognizes its “sovereignty,” according to Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s televised speech on Saturday. “We will not negotiate on any matter until Ethiopia acknowledges Somalia’s sovereignty and status as an independent neighboring country,” …

Addis Abeba, Ethiopia SARIA Recruitment Job Summary We are hiring a capable sales executive who can be a key point of contact between an organization and its clients and maintain a good quality sales environment by enforcing organizational standards with proper communication and negotiation skills. Key Responsibilities Identifies product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors. Facilitate customer orders & payment collections by answering queries, offering advice and introducing new products. Develop effective sales strategies, both individually and as part of a sales team. Organizes sales visits, demonstrates and presents products, establishes new business relationships and maintains accurate records. Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information. Maintain positive business-customer relationships in the effort to ensure customers’ satisfaction. Thoroughly track all appointments, sales, complaints, status reports, etc. Conducting market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs. Actively seeking out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking and social media Prepare Performa invoice and & follow up to close sales. Participate in a different bid, facilitate bid documents and negotiate contracts and packages. Attends trade exhibitions, conferences and meetings as required. Reviews sales performance against the monthly or annual targets. Perform any other related tasks assigned by his/her immediate supervisor. Job Requirements Additional Qualifications: Proficiency in English both writing and speaking. Excellent communication skill Able to work under pressure. Ability to influence and negotiate with others. Flexible and have a positive attitude. Qualifications: BA Degree in Marketing Management Experience: Minimum three years of experience, preferably in the FMCG sector.

Addis Abeba, Ethiopia SARIA Recruitment Job Summary We are hiring a capable sales executive who can be a key point of contact between an organization and its clients and maintain a good quality sales environment by enforcing organizational standards with proper communication and negotiation skills. Key Responsibilities Identifies product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors. Facilitate customer orders & payment collections by answering queries, offering advice and introducing new products. Develop effective sales strategies, both individually and as part of a sales team. Organizes sales visits, demonstrates and presents products, establishes new business relationships and maintains accurate records. Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information. Maintain positive business-customer relationships in the effort to ensure customers’ satisfaction. Thoroughly track all appointments, sales, complaints, status reports, etc. Conducting market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs. Actively seeking out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking and social media Prepare Performa invoice and & follow up to close sales. Participate in a different bid, facilitate bid documents and negotiate contracts and packages. Attends trade exhibitions, conferences and meetings as required. Reviews sales performance against the monthly or annual targets. Perform any other related tasks assigned by his/her immediate supervisor. Job Requirements Additional Qualifications: Proficiency in English both writing and speaking. Excellent communication skill Able to work under pressure. Ability to influence and negotiate with others. Flexible and have a positive attitude. Qualifications: BA Degree in Marketing Management Experience: Minimum three years of experience, preferably in the FMCG sector.

Addis Ababa VisionFund Micro-Finance Institution S.C INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT  About the Organization:VisionFund Micro Finance Institution (S.C) is an Institution established according to proclamation No. 40/96 to provide financial services to the productive poor in the rural and urban areas of Ethiopia. VisionFund is currently operating in five of the Regional States of the country. VisionFund MFI is currently looking candidates for the position of Senior IT Auditor position based at the Head Office. The successful candidates will have skills and experience that meet the following requirements: JOB SUMMARY The primary objective of the job is to perform advanced level and/or professional IT auditing work to analyze and assess the company’s Systems and technological Infrastructure to ensure processes and systems run accurately and effectively, while remaining secure and in compliance with policies and regulations. The Senior IT Auditor participate in developing the strategic and annual IT audit plan and maintains organizational and professional ethical standards set on the internal audit charter and code of conduct. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: -Document everyday tasks as stated in the Audit plan Present Audit status report daily/weekly/monthly Examine internal IT controls, evaluate the design and operational effectiveness, determine exposure to risk, and develop remediation strategies Plan, implement, monitor, and upgrade security measures for the protection of organization’s data, systems and networks Performs information control reviews to include Database system, Network and infrastructures, Core banking application, Operating system, Data center & Disaster Recovery, backup, system security, and other applicationsDirects and/or performs reviews of internal control procedures and security for systems under development and/or enhancements to current systemsPerform regular audit testing including but not limited to ethical hacking, observation, assessments, etc.  Perform audits, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting audited processes and operating procedures.Conduct interviews, surveys, reviews documents and prepares working papers and prepares reports of audit findings.Performing penetration testing or vulnerability assessment of web application, network, wireless, firewall, E-payment infrastructure and application on multi-protocol enterprise systems.rectification follow-up. continuously review and monitor information security implementation at the agreed frequenciesRecommend and negotiate appropriate technical solutions to manage identified risksParticipate in projects related to the implementation of new technologies and applications.Identifies, develops, and documents audit issues and recommendation for improvement using independent judgments concerning appropriate technical solution on the area being reviewed.Prepares draft report of findings, final audit report and risk assessmentAudit and Evaluate new automated information technology related devicesAssist in communicating the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentation on a timely basis to the auditor’s management.Conduct assessment in information systems and corporate activities in order to set audit scope and audit objectives for specific engagementsPerform fieldwork in accordance with the approved IT Audit program.Performs audit in professional manner and in accordance with the approved audit program.Follows up on IT Audit findings to ensure that management has taken corrective action(s).Perform related works as assigned by audit management.Completing all other duties, jobs, responsibilities and roles of an information technology auditor in the MFI, which fall under his/her administrative and supervisory domain and that are assigned to him/her.

USAID Main Project Office - Ethiopia Read II, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia USAID - Ethiopia USAID Project Management Assistant at USAID Ethiopia I.      GENERAL INFORMATION 1.     SOLICITATION NO.: 72066324R10013 2.     ISSUANCE DATE: 04/26/2024 3.     CLOSING DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: 05/10/2024, no later than 5:00 p.m (EAT) (close of business). 4.     POINT OF CONTACTS:  James Cerwinski, Supervisory EXO and Fekadu Tamirate, HR Specialist, e-mail at [email protected]. 5.     POSITION TITLE:  USAID Project Management Assistant 6.     MARKET VALUE:  $14,089 – $25,345 yearly i.e., equivalent to FSN - 08. In accordance with AIDAR Appendix J and the Local Compensation Plan of USAID/Ethiopia. Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value.  Salary will be paid in local currency at the exchange rate in effect when the payroll is processed. 7.     PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:  Five (5) years. The services provided under this contract are expected to be of a continuing nature through a series of sequential contracts, subject to continued need, satisfactory performance, and the availability of funds.  The expected period of performance will be from 07/15/2024 – 07/14/2029. 8.     PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: US Embassy, Entoto Road, Addis Ababa, with possible travel as stated in the Statement of Duties. 9.     ELIGIBLE OFFERORS:  Cooperating Country Nationals (CCNs). “Cooperating country national” means an individual who is a cooperating country citizen, or a non-cooperating country citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the cooperating country. 10.  SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Facilities access. 11.  STATEMENT OF DUTIES 1.     General Statement of Purpose of the Contract The basic function of this position is to provide essential administrative, program management and technical support critical to USAID/Ethiopia’s Office of Democracy and Governance (ODG) based in Addis Ababa. Administrative functions cover essential office management, filing, travel and logistical support for major assessments and events. The incumbent participates in the development of DG program design, strategy development, and annual reporting, and tracking the office’s entire approximately $95,000,000 budget in coordination with the Program Office and the Office of Financial Management at USAID/Ethiopia. The incumbent will manage DG activities as an AOR/COR for activities with a range in size from $500,000 to $3,000,000 and be the office’s monitoring and evaluation point of contact. Further, the incumbent assists the DG staff as needed in their duties and responsibilities. 2.     Statement of Duties to be Performed 1.                   Provide office and program management support (55%): a.       Budget management: The incumbent will track and maintain the overall, approximately $95,000,000 ODG budget with the Program Office and Office of Financial Management. S/he will also monitor project budget ceilings, obligated amounts, mortgages, accrued expenditures, pipeline, and schedule of incremental funding. b.       Program management: The incumbent will contribute to the development of DG program design, strategy development, program management plans, portfolio reviews and annual report. As the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) point of contact, s/he will serve on the Mission’s M&E technical working group, advise ODG on maintaining an updated PMP, and support Program Management Specialists in all aspects of M&E c.       Project management: The incumbent will serve as an AOR/COR or as an alternate AOR/COR to monitor project implementation, maintain relationships with implementing partners, and provide support as needed. S/he will also manage the close-out of projects with the Office of Acquisition and Assistance. This may include the management of awards in size ranging from $500,000 to $3,000,000. 2.                   Provide administrative support (30%): a.       Prepare/draft letters, memoranda and fax/cable communications. b.       Maintain appointment calendars. c.       Maintain a full range of electronic and hard copy files relating to the activities and functions of the DG Office. d.       Provide logistic arrangements for field trips, scheduling of meetings, and responding to inquiries from the public, governmental and non-governmental organizations and diplomatic missions. e.       Facilitate travel and other logistical arrangements for DG Office and TDY staff members and consultants working in DG Office. 3.                   Represent the DG office at relevant meetings, workshops, seminars and briefings, including with the Government of Ethiopia (to include Zonal and Woreda Administrators, and middle management at the Ministerial level) and Ethiopian civil society. Provide Amharic-English and English-Amharic translations of a variety of documents in DG Office.     (15%) The contractor is eligible for travel to the U.S., or to other locations abroad, for training, for temporary duty, or to participate in the "Foreign Service National" Fellowship Program, in accordance with USAID policy. 3.     Supervisory Relationship The incumbent will report to the DG Chief, or Deputy Office Chief as designated by the Chief and will consult with the rest of the DG Office staff as needed. 4.     Supervisory Controls None 12.  PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.       Job Requirements: I.      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION a.     Education: B.A. in management, economics, and/or social sciences. b.       Prior Experience: At least five years progressive experience in program management assistance functions, Experience in USAID\ desired. Knowledge of development programming terms, democracy and governance programming, Ethiopian development challenges, USAID programs and priorities. c.     Language:  English and Amharic at Level IV. II.   EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS The Government may award a contract without discussions with candidates in accordance with FAR 52.215-1.  The CO reserves the right at any point in the evaluation process to establish a competitive range of candidates with whom negotiations will be conducted pursuant to FAR 15.306(c).  In accordance with FAR 52.215-1, if the CO determines that the number of offers that would otherwise be in the competitive range exceeds the number at which an efficient competition can be conducted, the CO may limit the number of candidates in the competitive range to the greatest number that will permit an efficient competition among the most highly rated offers.  The FAR provisions referenced above are available at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far. Rating factors are used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified candidates in comparison to other candidates. Candidates must demonstrate the rating factors outlined below within their resume, as they are evaluated strictly by the information provided. The rating factors are as follows: EVALUATION FACTORS EDUCATION (10 points):  Points will be given for (1) education above the minimum level and/or (2) specialized education pertinent to the position. and/or (3) specialized training pertinent to the position. WORK EXPERIENCE (15 points): Points will be given for (1) experience above the minimum levels required, (2) specialized experience pertinent to the position, (3) experience in pertinent development assistance activities, (4) experience in development organizations that are large and/or international. KNOWLEDGE (15 points): Demonstrate sound knowledge of office practice, including budget tracking and filing systems, and should be able to maintain the high level of confidentiality required by the position. Must demonstrate knowledge in democracy, rights and governance principles and practices. Ability to understand basic development terminology and knowledge of USAID administrative and technical requirements. SKILLS AND ABILITIES (10 points): Demonstrate basic financial management, project management and M&E skills. Must have strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Should be a self-starter with strong organizational skills. INTERVIEW PERFORMANCE (35 points) WRITTEN TEST  (15 points) BASIS OF RATING: Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be evaluated in accordance with the Evaluation and Selection Factors. Candidates should address these factors in the offer package, describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received as it pertains to the factors. Failure to address the Evaluation and Selection Factors may result in not receiving credit for all pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. The highest-ranking applicants may be selected for an interview and writing test. Interviews may be conducted either in person or by telephone/video call at USAID’s discretion. Final TEC recommendations for the candidates will be based on the initial evaluation of the applications, interview performance, and written test. USAID/Ethiopia will not pay for any expenses associated with interviews. Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks – Pass/Fail (no points assigned). Reference checks will be conducted only for the first-ranked candidate.  Please be advised that references may be obtained independently from other sources in addition to the ones provided by an offeror. If a candidate does not wish USAID to contact a current employer for a reference check, this should be stated in the candidate’s cover letter, and USAID will not contact those references without contacting the candidate.     How To Apply:  I.      SUBMITTING AN OFFER Eligible Offerors are required to complete and submit: The offer form DS-174 (Application for U.S. Federal employment) which can be found in the U.S. embassy website ; or . A resume in English Letter of application (cover letter) that describes your experience with the evaluation criteria (Section III: Evaluation and Selection Factors), and Contact information for a minimum of three and a maximum of five references, including at least two references with direct knowledge of the offeror’s past performance. Further Guidance: To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, offerors must prominently reference the Solicitation Number in the offer submission. Application must be submitted ONLY via [email protected] and the email subject must say– solicitation 72066324R10013, Project Management Assistant. Be sure to include your name and the solicitation number at the top of each page. Please do not submit more than one application; and The application must be submitted before or on the closing date at local Ethiopia time 5 p.m. (Local Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Time, or EAT).  Late and incomplete applications will not be considered. II.   LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS PRIOR TO AWARD The Contracting Candidates will provide instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms after an offeror is selected for the contract award: 1.     Medical History and Examination Form (Department of State Forms) 2.     Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85) 3.     Fingerprint Card (FD-258) III. BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: 1.     BENEFITS: Group life insurance, medical coverage, annual leave and sick leave. 2.     ALLOWANCES (as applicable): Meal allowance and miscellaneous benefit allowance. IV. TAXES Cooperating Country Nationals are expected to comply with all relevant Ethiopian laws and regulations. V.    USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES PERTAINING TO PSCs USAID regulations and policies governing CCN awards are available at these sources: 1.     USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix J, “Direct USAID Contracts With a Cooperating Country National and with a Third Country National for Personal Services Abroad,” including contract clause “General Provisions,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf 2.     Contract Cover Page form AID 309-1 available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms.  Pricing by line item is to be determined upon contract award as described below: LINE ITEMS ITEM NO (A) SUPPLIES/SERVICES (DESCRIPTION) (B) QUANTITY (C) UNIT (D) UNIT PRICE (E) AMOUNT (F) 0001 Base Period - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs) - Award Type: Cost - Product Service Code: [e.g. R497] - Accounting Info: [insert one or more citation(s) from Phoenix/GLAAS] 1 LOT $ _TBD__ $_TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor_ 3.     Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins (AAPDs/CIBs) for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs 4.     Ethical Conduct.  By the acceptance of a USAID personal services contract as an individual, the contractor will be acknowledging receipt of the “Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch,” available from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, in accordance with General Provision 2 and 5 CFR 2635.  See https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/OGE%20Regulations. 5.     PSC OmbudsmanThe PSC Ombudsman serves as a resource for any Personal Services Contractor who has entered into a contract with the United States Agency for International Development and is available to provide clarity on their specific contract with the agency. Please visit our page for additional information: https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/personal-service-contracts-ombudsman. The PSC Ombudsman may be contacted via: [email protected]. 6. FAR Provisions Incorporated by Reference 52.304-27 PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED APPLICATION JUN 2023 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission in Ethiopia provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. USAID/Ethiopia also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations. The EEO complaint procedure is available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.  

USAID Main Project Office - Ethiopia Read II, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia USAID - Ethiopia USAID Project Management Assistant at USAID Ethiopia I.      GENERAL INFORMATION 1.     SOLICITATION NO.: 72066324R10013 2.     ISSUANCE DATE: 04/26/2024 3.     CLOSING DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: 05/10/2024, no later than 5:00 p.m (EAT) (close of business). 4.     POINT OF CONTACTS:  James Cerwinski, Supervisory EXO and Fekadu Tamirate, HR Specialist, e-mail at [email protected]. 5.     POSITION TITLE:  USAID Project Management Assistant 6.     MARKET VALUE:  $14,089 – $25,345 yearly i.e., equivalent to FSN - 08. In accordance with AIDAR Appendix J and the Local Compensation Plan of USAID/Ethiopia. Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value.  Salary will be paid in local currency at the exchange rate in effect when the payroll is processed. 7.     PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:  Five (5) years. The services provided under this contract are expected to be of a continuing nature through a series of sequential contracts, subject to continued need, satisfactory performance, and the availability of funds.  The expected period of performance will be from 07/15/2024 – 07/14/2029. 8.     PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: US Embassy, Entoto Road, Addis Ababa, with possible travel as stated in the Statement of Duties. 9.     ELIGIBLE OFFERORS:  Cooperating Country Nationals (CCNs). “Cooperating country national” means an individual who is a cooperating country citizen, or a non-cooperating country citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the cooperating country. 10.  SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Facilities access. 11.  STATEMENT OF DUTIES 1.     General Statement of Purpose of the Contract The basic function of this position is to provide essential administrative, program management and technical support critical to USAID/Ethiopia’s Office of Democracy and Governance (ODG) based in Addis Ababa. Administrative functions cover essential office management, filing, travel and logistical support for major assessments and events. The incumbent participates in the development of DG program design, strategy development, and annual reporting, and tracking the office’s entire approximately $95,000,000 budget in coordination with the Program Office and the Office of Financial Management at USAID/Ethiopia. The incumbent will manage DG activities as an AOR/COR for activities with a range in size from $500,000 to $3,000,000 and be the office’s monitoring and evaluation point of contact. Further, the incumbent assists the DG staff as needed in their duties and responsibilities. 2.     Statement of Duties to be Performed 1.                   Provide office and program management support (55%): a.       Budget management: The incumbent will track and maintain the overall, approximately $95,000,000 ODG budget with the Program Office and Office of Financial Management. S/he will also monitor project budget ceilings, obligated amounts, mortgages, accrued expenditures, pipeline, and schedule of incremental funding. b.       Program management: The incumbent will contribute to the development of DG program design, strategy development, program management plans, portfolio reviews and annual report. As the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) point of contact, s/he will serve on the Mission’s M&E technical working group, advise ODG on maintaining an updated PMP, and support Program Management Specialists in all aspects of M&E c.       Project management: The incumbent will serve as an AOR/COR or as an alternate AOR/COR to monitor project implementation, maintain relationships with implementing partners, and provide support as needed. S/he will also manage the close-out of projects with the Office of Acquisition and Assistance. This may include the management of awards in size ranging from $500,000 to $3,000,000. 2.                   Provide administrative support (30%): a.       Prepare/draft letters, memoranda and fax/cable communications. b.       Maintain appointment calendars. c.       Maintain a full range of electronic and hard copy files relating to the activities and functions of the DG Office. d.       Provide logistic arrangements for field trips, scheduling of meetings, and responding to inquiries from the public, governmental and non-governmental organizations and diplomatic missions. e.       Facilitate travel and other logistical arrangements for DG Office and TDY staff members and consultants working in DG Office. 3.                   Represent the DG office at relevant meetings, workshops, seminars and briefings, including with the Government of Ethiopia (to include Zonal and Woreda Administrators, and middle management at the Ministerial level) and Ethiopian civil society. Provide Amharic-English and English-Amharic translations of a variety of documents in DG Office.     (15%) The contractor is eligible for travel to the U.S., or to other locations abroad, for training, for temporary duty, or to participate in the "Foreign Service National" Fellowship Program, in accordance with USAID policy. 3.     Supervisory Relationship The incumbent will report to the DG Chief, or Deputy Office Chief as designated by the Chief and will consult with the rest of the DG Office staff as needed. 4.     Supervisory Controls None 12.  PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.       Job Requirements: I.      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION a.     Education: B.A. in management, economics, and/or social sciences. b.       Prior Experience: At least five years progressive experience in program management assistance functions, Experience in USAID\ desired. Knowledge of development programming terms, democracy and governance programming, Ethiopian development challenges, USAID programs and priorities. c.     Language:  English and Amharic at Level IV. II.   EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS The Government may award a contract without discussions with candidates in accordance with FAR 52.215-1.  The CO reserves the right at any point in the evaluation process to establish a competitive range of candidates with whom negotiations will be conducted pursuant to FAR 15.306(c).  In accordance with FAR 52.215-1, if the CO determines that the number of offers that would otherwise be in the competitive range exceeds the number at which an efficient competition can be conducted, the CO may limit the number of candidates in the competitive range to the greatest number that will permit an efficient competition among the most highly rated offers.  The FAR provisions referenced above are available at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far. Rating factors are used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified candidates in comparison to other candidates. Candidates must demonstrate the rating factors outlined below within their resume, as they are evaluated strictly by the information provided. The rating factors are as follows: EVALUATION FACTORS EDUCATION (10 points):  Points will be given for (1) education above the minimum level and/or (2) specialized education pertinent to the position. and/or (3) specialized training pertinent to the position. WORK EXPERIENCE (15 points): Points will be given for (1) experience above the minimum levels required, (2) specialized experience pertinent to the position, (3) experience in pertinent development assistance activities, (4) experience in development organizations that are large and/or international. KNOWLEDGE (15 points): Demonstrate sound knowledge of office practice, including budget tracking and filing systems, and should be able to maintain the high level of confidentiality required by the position. Must demonstrate knowledge in democracy, rights and governance principles and practices. Ability to understand basic development terminology and knowledge of USAID administrative and technical requirements. SKILLS AND ABILITIES (10 points): Demonstrate basic financial management, project management and M&E skills. Must have strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Should be a self-starter with strong organizational skills. INTERVIEW PERFORMANCE (35 points) WRITTEN TEST  (15 points) BASIS OF RATING: Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be evaluated in accordance with the Evaluation and Selection Factors. Candidates should address these factors in the offer package, describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received as it pertains to the factors. Failure to address the Evaluation and Selection Factors may result in not receiving credit for all pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. The highest-ranking applicants may be selected for an interview and writing test. Interviews may be conducted either in person or by telephone/video call at USAID’s discretion. Final TEC recommendations for the candidates will be based on the initial evaluation of the applications, interview performance, and written test. USAID/Ethiopia will not pay for any expenses associated with interviews. Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks – Pass/Fail (no points assigned). Reference checks will be conducted only for the first-ranked candidate.  Please be advised that references may be obtained independently from other sources in addition to the ones provided by an offeror. If a candidate does not wish USAID to contact a current employer for a reference check, this should be stated in the candidate’s cover letter, and USAID will not contact those references without contacting the candidate.     How To Apply:  I.      SUBMITTING AN OFFER Eligible Offerors are required to complete and submit: The offer form DS-174 (Application for U.S. Federal employment) which can be found in the U.S. embassy website ; or . A resume in English Letter of application (cover letter) that describes your experience with the evaluation criteria (Section III: Evaluation and Selection Factors), and Contact information for a minimum of three and a maximum of five references, including at least two references with direct knowledge of the offeror’s past performance. Further Guidance: To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, offerors must prominently reference the Solicitation Number in the offer submission. Application must be submitted ONLY via [email protected] and the email subject must say– solicitation 72066324R10013, Project Management Assistant. Be sure to include your name and the solicitation number at the top of each page. Please do not submit more than one application; and The application must be submitted before or on the closing date at local Ethiopia time 5 p.m. (Local Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Time, or EAT).  Late and incomplete applications will not be considered. II.   LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS PRIOR TO AWARD The Contracting Candidates will provide instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms after an offeror is selected for the contract award: 1.     Medical History and Examination Form (Department of State Forms) 2.     Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85) 3.     Fingerprint Card (FD-258) III. BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: 1.     BENEFITS: Group life insurance, medical coverage, annual leave and sick leave. 2.     ALLOWANCES (as applicable): Meal allowance and miscellaneous benefit allowance. IV. TAXES Cooperating Country Nationals are expected to comply with all relevant Ethiopian laws and regulations. V.    USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES PERTAINING TO PSCs USAID regulations and policies governing CCN awards are available at these sources: 1.     USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix J, “Direct USAID Contracts With a Cooperating Country National and with a Third Country National for Personal Services Abroad,” including contract clause “General Provisions,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf 2.     Contract Cover Page form AID 309-1 available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms.  Pricing by line item is to be determined upon contract award as described below: LINE ITEMS ITEM NO (A) SUPPLIES/SERVICES (DESCRIPTION) (B) QUANTITY (C) UNIT (D) UNIT PRICE (E) AMOUNT (F) 0001 Base Period - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs) - Award Type: Cost - Product Service Code: [e.g. R497] - Accounting Info: [insert one or more citation(s) from Phoenix/GLAAS] 1 LOT $ _TBD__ $_TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor_ 3.     Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins (AAPDs/CIBs) for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs 4.     Ethical Conduct.  By the acceptance of a USAID personal services contract as an individual, the contractor will be acknowledging receipt of the “Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch,” available from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, in accordance with General Provision 2 and 5 CFR 2635.  See https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/OGE%20Regulations. 5.     PSC OmbudsmanThe PSC Ombudsman serves as a resource for any Personal Services Contractor who has entered into a contract with the United States Agency for International Development and is available to provide clarity on their specific contract with the agency. Please visit our page for additional information: https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/personal-service-contracts-ombudsman. The PSC Ombudsman may be contacted via: [email protected]. 6. FAR Provisions Incorporated by Reference 52.304-27 PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED APPLICATION JUN 2023 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission in Ethiopia provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. USAID/Ethiopia also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations. The EEO complaint procedure is available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.  

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Fortune Alliance Fortune Alliance Trading Job Vacancies 2024 Joining the Fortune Alliance Trading Company means becoming part of a dynamic team in a competitive industry, ever-evolving and adapting to changing client needs, market trends and technology, we believe in making a meaningful impact that is valued by our teams. We are the foremost real estate marketing and investment consulting company in Ethiopia. We believe in representing the society professionally and charming social responsibility. Our orientation is working with highly talented and experienced professionals who seek embarking their career development. Position 1: Real Estate Surveyor Job Requirements Certificate, Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field 1+ years of experience in real estate sales or marketing Strong understanding of the real estate market Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build relationships with potential clients Ability to work independently and as part of a team Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends The Real Estate Surveyor is responsible for generating qualified potential clients for the real estate company by conducting surveys, attending networking events, and being present in high traffic areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the real estate market and be able to identify potential clients who are likely to be interested in buying property. Responsibilities Conduct surveys of potential clients to determine their interest in real estate Attend open houses and network with potential clients Identify potential clients who are likely to be interested in buying property Qualify potential clients and determine their budget and timeline Schedule appointments for potential clients with telemarketing agents Track and report on the number of qualified leads generated Position 2: Executive Administrative Assistant Job Requirements ·         Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related field ·         2+ years of experience in real estate sales or customer service ·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills ·         Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite ·         Ability to work independently and as part of a team ·         Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends The Account Manager is responsible for managing the relationships with existing clients and ensuring that they are satisfied with their real estate experience. This position will involve developing and maintaining relationships with clients, identifying and addressing their needs, and providing them with timely and accurate information. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the real estate industry and be able to build rapport with clients. Responsibilities ·         Regularly update & maintain communication with clients, agents, supervisors, lender etc. ·         Identify and address client needs ·         Provide timely and accurate information to clients ·         Resolve customer complaints ·         Track client satisfaction ·         Collaborate with other departments to ensure that client needs are met ·         Input all client information into client database system. ·         Coordinate title, mortgage loan and appraisal processes ·         Manage property inventory of the Developers ·         Schedule 30 Day, 90 Day & 120 Day client customer service follow up calls to assist with any home improvement provider recommendations, update on progress of the property development and to ask for referrals. Position 3: Real Estate Field Sales Agent Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Engineering or a related field 2+ years of experience as real estate sales agent Strong sales and negotiation skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to meet and exceed sales goals Strong customer service skills The Real Estate Field Sales Agent is responsible for generating new leads and sales for the company. They will work independently, without the use of office facilities, to identify and qualify potential clients, and to close deals. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the real estate market, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build relationships with clients. Responsibilities ·         Identify and qualify potential clients ·         Generate leads through cold calling, door-to-door sales, and networking ·         Schedule appointments with potential clients ·         Present properties to potential clients and answer questions ·         Negotiate prices and terms of sale ·         Close deals ·         Maintain a database of leads and contacts ·         Stay up-to-date on market trends and competitor activity ·         Provide excellent customer service to clients Position 4: Real Estate Sales Consultant Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Engineering or a related field 2+ years of experience as real estate sales agent Strong sales and negotiation skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to meet and exceed sales goals Strong customer service skills We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Real Estate Sales Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for real estate and a proven track record of success in sales. You will be responsible for identifying and qualifying leads, developing relationships with clients, and closing deals. You will also be responsible for marketing properties and providing excellent customer service. Responsibilities Identify and qualify leads Develop relationships with clients Close deals Market properties Provide excellent customer service Stay up-to-date on real estate market trends Salary: Competitive salary and commission structure + Comprehensive benefits package + Opportunity to work with a team of talented and experienced professionals + Chance to make a real difference in people’s lives location: Addis Ababa  Deadline: May 12, 2024 How to Apply: If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a passion for real estate, we encourage you to apply for the Real Estate Surveyor or Real Estate Field Sales Agent position. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to grow and develop your career in real estate. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to via [email protected]