Ireland EmbassyVacancy AnnouncementPosition: International Institutions Liaison Officer - Maternity Cover Job Summary:• Facilitating partnerships with the African Union, IGAD and United Nations Economic Commission for Africa• Ensuring that multilateral funding partnerships are comprehensively managed in line with best practice for Standard Grant Management and procedures for financial accountability.• Providing co-ordination and administrative support to the AUPG co-chair.• Reporting on developments at the African Union, IGAD and United Nations Economic Commission for Africa which are of relevance to Ireland’s international policy objectives.

Bachelor's

Required Experience and Competencies
• Academic qualification in international relations or related fields such as governance, economics or international development to at least bachelors level;
• A proven track record of working on international issues, and within international fora and at least three years relevant professional experience;
• Knowledge and understanding of multilateral institutions in the Horn of Africa.
• Good communication, networking and influencing skills;
• Demonstration of good organization and event management skills;
• Excellent fluency in English (oral and written with excellent drafting skills)
• Excellent IT skills (use of word, excel, powerpoint, outlooks, etc.)

3-5 years

• All information, including the application form, is available on our website;www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/ethiopia/Applicants must submit a completed application form by email to addisababaembassy@dfa.ie by close of business on Monday 22 April 2019. Please note that CVs will not be considered. No applications will be accepted after this deadline.The successful candidate must have a legal entitlement to live and work in Ethiopia prior to recruitment. Police vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. All personal information received will be kept in line with Data Protection guidelines.Please note that canvassing will disqualify applicants.The Embassy of Ireland is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity.