Awash Capital S.C. External Vacancy Announcement

About Awash Capital S.C.

Awash Capital S.C. is a pioneering, full-fledged licensed investment bank operating within Ethiopia’s emerging capital market. Functioning under the country’s regulatory framework for financial institutions, Awash Capital is dedicated to delivering innovative financial solutions, capital market services, and financial advisory. The company is executing a targeted talent acquisition drive to recruit highly qualified, motivated, and competent professionals for its head office in Addis Ababa.

Qualified individuals are invited to review the open positions outlined below:

Open Positions & Specifications

1. Internal Audit Officer

  • Industry: Investment Banking / Financial Services
  • Location / Duty Station: Addis Ababa
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary as per the company scale
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
    • Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
  • Professional Certifications: Certification such as CPA, ACCA, or CIA is an added advantage.
  • Work Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive audit experience, preferably within investment banking, capital markets, or financial services.
  • Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), national regulatory standards, and risk-based auditing methodologies.
  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
    • Deep understanding of capital markets, regulatory compliance, and risk management frameworks.
    • Proficiency in audit tools, data analysis techniques, and financial reporting.
    • High ethical standards and professional integrity.
    • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
    • Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit assignments simultaneously.

2. Research, Planning and Monitoring Officer

  • Industry: Investment Banking / Financial Services
  • Location / Duty Station: Addis Ababa
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary as per the company scale
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Accounting, Statistics, Development Studies, or a related discipline.
  • Work Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in research, strategic planning, performance monitoring, or business analytics, preferably in financial services or investment banking.
  • Technical Knowledge: Strong foundation in economic, financial, and capital market analysis, as well as thorough knowledge of Ethiopia’s capital market regulatory environment.
  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Excellent research, analytical, technical report writing, and presentation skills.
    • Practical understanding of performance management frameworks, KPIs, and corporate analytics.
    • Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI or other analytics software is an advantage.
    • Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary departments.
    • High attention to detail, accountability, and ability to manage multiple deliverables concurrently.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates who fulfill the above qualifications and requirements are invited to submit their CV and professional portfolio online using the designated Google Application Forms within 7 days of this announcement:

Note: Only online submissions completed through the designated application links will be accepted for screening. Incomplete applications or submissions beyond the deadline will not be considered.