National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) Vacancy Announcement

The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has announced several permanent job vacancies across various departments at its Headquarters in Addis Ababa and several regional offices (Semera, Gambella, Hosanna, Jigjiga). NEBE is a constitutionally mandated body responsible for conducting elections, organizing referendums, and regulating political parties in Ethiopia. They are looking to strengthen their human resource capacity with competitive salaries.

Available Positions:

Here’s a breakdown of the available positions, their key responsibilities, and required qualifications:

Election Logistics Department

Distribution and Documentation Expert

Required Number: One
Reports to: Head, Election Logistics
Duty Station: NEBE Headquarter, Addis Ababa
Job Summary: Ensures efficient documentation and distribution of election materials, including packing and dispatching to polling stations within predefined timelines.
Duties: Coordinate distribution, optimize routes, maintain shipping documents, ensure customs compliance, oversee quality checks, communicate with customers, manage inventory, ensure regulatory compliance, collaborate with teams, and identify process improvements.
Education and Work Experience: BA or MA in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Transport Management, or related field. 5 years of experience for Master’s or 7 years for BA in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Fleet, or related positions.
Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, multitasking, knowledge of customs regulations, problem-solving, and familiarity with distribution trends.

Logistics Assistant

Required Number: One
Reports to: Head, Election Logistics
Duty Station: NEBE Headquarters, Addis Ababa
Job Summary: Supports the department head in logistics-related functions and office management.
Duties: Receive and handle election materials, assist with packing and dispatching, maintain warehouse cleanliness, adhere to safety procedures, update material records, and perform other duties as directed.
Education and Work Experience: MA or BA in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Transport Management, or related fields. 0 years for Master’s or 3 years for BA in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Fleet, or related positions.
Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics management software, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, detail-oriented, and problem-solving abilities.

Packing and Dispatching Junior Expert I

Required Number: One
Reports to: Head, Election Logistics
Duty Station: NEBE Head Quarter, Addis Ababa
Job Summary: Ensures efficient and effective packing and dispatching of election materials.
Duties: Assist in warehouse planning for packing and dispatching, actively participate in packing and dispatching, ensure accurate packing based on checklists and schedules, and perform other duties as directed.
Education and Work Experience: MA or BA in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Transport Management, or related fields. 0 years for Master’s or 3 years for BA in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Fleet, or related positions.
Skills: Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, good communication skills, ability to work under pressure, and familiarity with packing techniques and shipping regulations.

Political Parties Affairs Department

Deputy Head, Political Parties Affairs Department

Required Number: One
Reports to: Head, Political Parties Affairs Department
Duty Station: NEBE Headquarters, Addis Ababa
Job Summary: Oversees coordination and engagement with political parties, provides strategic guidance, and fosters political inclusivity and democratic processes.
Duties: Establish and maintain relationships with political parties, analyze policies, collaborate with stakeholders, support election campaigns, mediate disputes, assist in strategic planning, conduct capacity-building workshops, prepare reports, and support budget allocation.
Education and Work Experience: MA or PhD in Law, Political Science, Human Rights, International Relations, or related field. 9 years for Master’s or 7 years for PhD (with 4 years in a leadership position).
Skills: Sound knowledge of political systems and electoral processes, strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and diplomatic skills, leadership abilities, project management skills, knowledge of Ethiopia’s political context and electoral cycle approach, excellent computer literacy, proficiency in English and Amharic, team player, ethical, and not a member of a political party.

Finance Department

Junior Finance Expert II

Required Number: Three
Reports to: Head of Regional Office
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Semera, Gambella
Job Summary: Develops and implements effective financial planning, reporting, and accounting systems.
Duties: Prepare payments and invoices, maintain accurate daily transaction records, assist in monthly financial report preparation, process advance payment settlements, follow up on cashier transactions, and assist in audit document preparation.
Education and Work Experience: Master’s or Bachelor’s in Accounting & Finance, Economics, Business, or related field. 2 years for Master’s or 4 years for BA.
Skills: Knowledge of financial rules, tax laws, internal regulations, payroll preparation, accuracy, attention to detail, IFMIS proficiency, ability to work under pressure, good communication skills, budgeting, and not a member of a political party.

Finance Expert

Required Number: Two
Reports to: Head of Regional Office
Duty Station: Hosanna, Jigjiga
Job Summary: Manages the budget, prepares financial reports, and ensures legal and ethical financial transactions.
Duties: Prepare payments and invoices, maintain accurate daily transaction records, assist in monthly financial report preparation, process advance payment settlements (including regional offices), follow up on cashier transactions, and assist in audit document preparation.
Education and Work Experience: Master’s or Bachelor’s in Accounting & Finance, Economics, Business, or related field. 5 years for Master’s or 7 years for BA.
Skills: Knowledge of financial rules, tax laws, internal regulations, payroll preparation, accuracy, attention to detail, IFMIS proficiency, ability to work under pressure, good communication skills, budgeting, and not a member of a political party.

Cashier

Required Number: One
Reports to: Head of Regional Office
Duty Station: Semera
Job Summary: Responsible for collecting cash and making petty cash payments.
Duties: Receive cash/checks, deposit collected money, record daily transactions, disburse authorized petty cash payments, pay authorized advances, and check monthly cash count/ledger.
Education and Work Experience: Master’s or Bachelor’s in Accounting & Finance, Economics, Business, or related field. 0 years for Master’s or 3 years for BA.
Skills: Basic mathematics knowledge, IFMIS system knowledge related to cashier, strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent customer handling skills, attention to detail, accuracy, problem-solving, and not a member of a political party.

Procurement Department

Procurement Expert

Required Number: One
Reports to: Head of Regional Office
Duty Station: Gambella
Job Summary: Executes procurement processes, manages vendor relationships, and ensures timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services at the regional level.
Duties: Execute end-to-end procurement, coordinate goods/services procurement, review purchase requests, compile requisitions, prepare tender documents, process purchase orders, prepare payment documents, receive procured goods, evaluate supplier proposals, monitor vendor performance, ensure compliance, maintain records, analyze costs, collaborate with quality control, prepare reports, and uphold ethical standards.
Education and Work Experience: Master’s or Bachelor’s in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management, Economics, Purchasing and Supplies Management, Marketing, or other related fields. 5 years for Master’s or 7 years for BA.
Skills: Knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices, strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, proficiency in procurement software, strong communication and interpersonal skills, adaptability, teamwork, conflict resolution, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and not a member of a political party.

Human Resources and Administration Department

Human Resources and Administration Expert

Required Number: One
Reports to: Head of Regional Office
Duty Station: Gambella
Job Summary: Handles specific HR functions (recruitment, employee relations, compliance) and supports the head office HR team.
Duties: Assist with onboarding, address employee concerns, provide guidance on HR policies, support performance appraisal processes, maintain accurate HR records, contribute to employee engagement initiatives, assist with recruitment and training, organize staff training, maintain employee records, and support disciplinary/grievance issues.
Education and Work Experience: Master’s or Bachelor’s in HRM, Management, Business Administration, Business Management, Public Administration, Development Management, or related field. 5 years for Master’s or 7 years for BA.
Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent customer handling skills, attention to detail, accuracy, problem-solving, adaptability, teamwork, conflict resolution, analytical thinking, and not a member of a political party.

Program Department

Program Assistant

Required Number: Three
Reports to: Management Board
Duty Station: NEBE Head Quarter, Addis Ababa
Job Summary: Provides program and administrative support to Board Members, ensuring efficient operation, office organization, communication, event organization, and meeting management.
Duties: Manage Board Members’ calendars, coordinate travel itineraries, draft and edit correspondence, produce and distribute documents, secure signatures for program documents, receive calls and guests, assist Board Members with various issues, prepare meeting agendas/minutes, coordinate office supplies, assume responsibility for purchase requisitions, support event coordination, maintain records, manage appointments, establish efficient working systems, and perform additional delegated assignments.
Education and Work Experience: BA or MA in Management, Public Administration, Secretarial Science and Office Management, Law, Political Science, or related fields. 3 years for Bachelor’s or 0 years for Master’s, including strong experience in event management and travel.
Skills: Proficiency in written and spoken English and Amharic, computer literate, knowledge of other local languages is advantageous.