(RIDE) Hybrid Designs Plc Vacancy Announcement

📢 Join Our Team at (RIDE) Hybrid Designs Plc!

📍 Company: Hybrid Designs Plc
📍 Location: Addis Ababa
📍 Employment Type: Program-Based (2025 – 2029)
📍 Duration: One Year, with possible extension up to five years
📍 Deadline: March 15, 2025

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About the Program

The Mastercard Foundation, in partnership with Hybrid Designs and its consortium partners (iCog – Anyone Can Code, R&D Group, Qua Qua Capitals, and D&T Ethiopia Management Consulting PLC), is launching a five-year program titled “Entrepreneurship in the Digital and Gig Economy (EDGE).”

This program aims to unlock 300,000 dignified and fulfilling employment opportunities for economically disadvantaged youth across Ethiopia through:

✅ Digital outsourcing market expansion (onshore & offshore).
✅ Empowering women & vulnerable groups.
✅ Supporting over 1,041 MSEs to enhance operational efficiency.
✅ Strengthening Ethiopia’s outsourcing ecosystem through strategic partnerships.

By the program’s end, EDGE aims to establish Ethiopia as a leading outsourcing destination, aligned with Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works strategy and Ethiopia’s development roadmap.

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Position: Human Resource and Admin Officer

Job Summary:

The HR and Admin Officer will provide human resources and administrative support to the EDGE program office, ensuring efficient program execution and staff management.

Key Responsibilities:

Human Resources Duties:

✅ Assist with day-to-day HR operations.
✅ Manage staff records, contracts, performance evaluations, & leave tracking.
✅ Coordinate staff benefits & compensation.
✅ Address staff relations issues & grievances.
✅ Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies.
✅ Process and prepare reports on staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, and evaluations.
✅ Ensure compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and donor regulations.
✅ Conduct new employee orientation.
✅ Oversee performance evaluation processes.

Administrative Duties:

✅ Oversee daily administrative tasks to ensure operational efficiency.
✅ Coordinate meetings, trainings, and workshops.
✅ Handle travel arrangements for regional staff (flights, accommodation, transportation).
✅ Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations in the workplace.
✅ Manage office facilities, supplies, logistics, security, and equipment.
✅ Properly handle complaints and grievance procedures.

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Job Requirements:

Educational Qualification & Experience:

🎓 MA Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
📅 Minimum 10 years of experience in an HR or Administrative role.
📜 Strong knowledge of labor laws & HR principles.
💼 Experience in non-profit organizations and donor compliance is a plus.

Key Skills & Competencies:

✔ Strong organizational & time management skills.
✔ Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
✔ Ability to work independently & collaboratively.
✔ Experience in travel coordination & logistics.
✔ Knowledge of HR policies, training methodologies, & compliance procedures.

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How to Apply:

📩 Send your updated CV, application letter, and supporting documents (PDF format) to:
📧 gelila.a@hybriddesignsplc.com (CC: alemayehu.m@hybriddesignsplc.com)

📆 Application Period: March 4 – March 15, 2025
📝 Subject Line: [Job Title You Are Applying For]

Join us in transforming Ethiopia’s digital outsourcing ecosystem! 🌍🚀