FH Ethiopia: Vacancy Announcement

Founded in 1971 in Geneva, Switzerland, FH Association (“FHA”) operates relief and development programs in over 18 countries throughout Africa, Latin America, and Asia. Partnering globally under the collective identity of “Food for the Hungry,” the organization focuses on severe vulnerability and child welfare.

FH Ethiopia (FHE) is currently seeking competent, qualified candidates to fill two distinct logistics and procurement positions.

Open Positions & Requirements

1. Logistics Officer (Internal/External)

• Duty Station: Addis Ababa
• Contract Duration: Up to September 30, 2026 (includes a 60-working-day probation period).
• Salary: As per the salary scale of the organization.
• Closing Date: June 01, 2026.
• Primary Purpose: Under the direction of the Logistics and Admin Coordinator, this role manages fleet operations, warehousing, asset tracking, and coordination office administrative activities.

Core Responsibilities:

• Fleet Management: Maintain daily vehicle and motorcycle movement schedules; analyze usage and cost metrics for monthly reports to the Operations Manager; manage vehicle registration, safety equipment provisions, and insurance renewals.
• Warehouse & Inventory: Coordinate physical stock counting; verify quantity and quality against waybills or purchase orders; manage receive/release documentation inside the supply chain system.
• Asset Tracking: Tag field office assets, facilitate annual office inventory reconciliations, and monitor the operational lifecycle or shelf-life of equipment to prevent fraud or waste.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Education: BA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in managing logistics operations, preferably with international organizations.
• Key Skills: Full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs. Quantitative and qualitative data analysis, high computer literacy, multi-tasking under deadlines, and sensitivity to cultural and religious diversity.
• Languages: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Amharic.

2. Supply Chain Officer

• Duty Station: Bahir Dar
• Contract Duration: Until September 30, 2026 (includes a 60-working-day probation period).
• Closing Date: June 1, 2026.
• Primary Purpose: Responsible for collecting proforma invoices, preparing detailed bid analysis products, generating purchase orders, verifying the quality of incoming goods, and executing cost-effective procurements in compliance with FHE guidelines.

Core Responsibilities:

• Procurement Execution: Guide user departments on request specifications; collect proformas for the purchase committee; compile standard bidding documents; and submit purchased items to the storekeeper against a Goods Receiving Note (GRN).
• Sourcing & Market Analysis: Conduct market price assessments to advise supervisors on trends; update the pre-qualified vendor database; and assist in drafting the Consolidated FHE Annual Procurement Plan.
• Performance & Compliance: Maintain the procurement tracker, process timely customs exemptions alongside clearing agents, and ensure full alignment with internal policies and major donor guidelines (e.g., USAID).

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Education: BA in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business, or a relevant subject from a recognized university. Certifications in INGO Supply Chain Management are an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in procurement or directly related technical fields.
• Key Skills: Full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs. Proven expertise with USAID, UN, or OFDA procurement and financial regulations. Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet data analysis (MS Excel) and multi-vendor quote comparison.
• Languages: Proficiency in spoken and written Amharic and English.

Organizational Mandates

• Safeguarding: FH maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. Any violations result in immediate termination.
• Gender Equity: FHE actively promotes gender sensitivity, works to eliminate capacity stereotypes, and implements affirmative actions to build a balanced workforce.

How to Apply

♀️ Affirmative Action Note: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply for both openings.

Qualified candidates must submit their application letters and updated CVs strictly online through the FH Career Center. Physical or unformatted email applications will not be processed.

1. Application Link: Navigate to the official portal at FH Career Center | Recruitment (Use the link provided in the original portal posting).
2. Subject Line Requirement: Candidates MUST explicitly state the desired position title (either “Logistics Officer” or “Supply Chain Officer”) in the subject line of their application submission.
3. Deadlines: Both positions close on June 1, 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates who fulfill the preliminary tracking criteria will be contacted by HR for formal interviews.