Save the Children – Vacancy Announcement


πŸ“’ Open Positions:

  1. Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) Officer
  2. Finance Assistant

πŸ•’ Application Deadline: Not specifically stated (Apply as soon as possible)
πŸ“© Application Method: Apply online using the following link:
πŸ‘‰ Save the Children Job Portal
πŸ”” Note: Applicants must attach CV and cover letter and include current salary and expectations.


🏒 About the Organization

Save the Children is a global NGO committed to improving the lives of children through better education, health care, and economic opportunities, and providing emergency aid in natural disasters, war, and other conflicts.


πŸ”Ή Position 1: Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) Officer

  • πŸ“ Location: Tehuledere, South Wollo, Amhara Region
  • πŸ“… Contract Type: 6 months (possible extension)
  • πŸ‘€ Number of Positions: 1
  • πŸ“Œ Grade: 4A
  • 🌐 Post Type: National/Local
  • πŸ§’ Child Safeguarding Level: 3 (high level of child contact)

🎯 Role Purpose:

Implement and monitor FSL activities, ensure proper beneficiary selection, reporting, and coordination with stakeholders and partners.

βœ… Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement day-to-day FSL activities
  • Conduct beneficiary targeting and selection
  • Provide technical support to communities and partners
  • Monitor activities and provide regular reports
  • Ensure compliance with child protection and SCI standards
  • Contribute to strategic planning, reviews, and learning documentation

πŸ“š Qualifications & Experience:

  • Degree in: Agriculture, Rural Development, Economics, or related
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years in FSL, NRM, DRR, or emergency responses
  • Skills Required:
    • Cash transfer and food security modalities
    • Report writing and documentation
    • Community mobilization
    • Communication in Amharic and local languages

🌟 Preferred:

  • Experience in international NGOs
  • Knowledge of local context and language
  • Strong planning and interpersonal skills
  • Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply

πŸ”Ή Position 2: Finance Assistant

  • πŸ“ Location: Dessie
  • πŸ“… Contract Type: 12 months
  • πŸ“Œ Grade: 6
  • πŸ§’ Child Safeguarding Level: 2 (access to children’s data)

🎯 Role Purpose:

Handle disbursements, financial documentation, reporting, and cash handling tasks, and support day-to-day financial operations.

βœ… Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage payments, petty cash, and travel advances
  • Maintain updated records and documentation
  • Ensure proper coding and data entry into accounting systems
  • Conduct regular cash counts and bank reconciliations
  • Support financial audits and documentation archiving

πŸ“š Qualifications & Experience:

  • Degree/Diploma in: Accounting, Business Administration, Banking, or Finance
  • Experience:
    • 2 years (for Diploma) or 1 year (for Degree)
    • NGO experience preferred

πŸ’Ό Skills Required:

  • Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills
  • Understanding of NGO financial systems
  • Proficient in written and spoken English and Amharic
  • Ability to travel and work under pressure

🧠 Core Competencies Across Both Roles:

  • Accountability
  • Ambition and motivation
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Creativity and problem-solving
  • Integrity and professionalism

βœ… How to Apply:

Please attach your CV and cover letter detailing your qualifications and salary expectations via the online portal:
πŸ”— Click Here to Apply

πŸ“Œ Note: All applicants are expected to comply with Save the Children’s child safeguarding, equal opportunities, and anti-harassment policies.

Deadline : June 25 2025


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