Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit
Position: Digital Capacity Coordinator
Vacancy Announcement: #117/2024
Contract Duration: Until December 31, 2025
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Application Deadline: October 21, 2024
Background
The Digital Transformation in Ethiopia project, spearheaded by GIZ, focuses on leveraging digital technology for sustainable development and reducing the digital divide. The project emphasizes strategic coordination and capacity building, serving as a central unit for collaboration among various digital development initiatives.
As part of the Digital Transformation Team, the Digital Capacity Coordinator will play a key role in coordinating capacity development programs that enhance the technical and operational skills of partners across sectors. The role focuses on collaboration, innovation, and building digital skills to support Ethiopia’s digital transformation.
Key Responsibilities
- Training Needs Assessment: Work with project teams to identify training needs for partner organizations aligned with digital transformation goals.
- Curriculum Support: Assist in the development and update of training curricula that integrate digital technologies and methodologies.
- Program Coordination: Coordinate training sessions, manage logistics, and ensure effective delivery of in-person and virtual training formats.
- Contractor Liaison: Manage relationships with external contractors and training providers to ensure high-quality training delivery.
- Training Support: Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars with a focus on engagement and educational value.
- Feedback Collection and Evaluation: Implement feedback mechanisms to evaluate training effectiveness and modify approaches as needed.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Policy Advice: Advise project managers and stakeholders on policy matters related to digital skills, learning, and transformation.
- Budget Oversight Assistance: Support budget management for training initiatives to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of training activities, progress, and outcomes to assist in reporting and continuous improvement.
About You
Qualifications and Experience
- 5 years of experience in digital transformation, project management, or capacity building, ideally within an international organization
- Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and collaboration with government, employers, and workers
- Experience in project management, including conceptualizing, planning, and managing digital transformation initiatives
- Fluent in English and Amharic
- Strong proficiency in IT tools, including email and MS Office
Competencies
- Strong communication skills to explain digital concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Passion for technology and innovation, with an interest in staying updated on digital trends
- Experience in cross-cultural environments and mentoring team members
- Multilingual skills: Proficiency in Amharic or other regional languages is desirable
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their motivation letter and CV via email to: [email protected].
Please include the vacancy number #117/2024 and the position title Digital Capacity Coordinator in the subject line. Applications without the vacancy number may be disqualified.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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