Organization: Ethiopian Public Health Laboratory Association (EPHLA)

Location: Addis Ababa, Afar and Tigray

Position: Project manager, Regional Project coordinator

Required number: 03

Salary: Attractive/Negotiable

Provide overall leadership, technical oversight, and management of the Health Security Activity (HSA) laboratory capacity building project implemented by EPHLA. Ensure that activities are well-coordinated, results-oriented, and compliant with Project HOPE and Government of Ethiopia (GoE) policies and procedures

Major Activities and Responsibilities

A. Project Planning and Management

• Lead the development and implementation of annual and semiannual project work plans in line with the HSA objectives.

• Ensure alignment of project activities with national laboratory and AMR strategies.

• Oversee the execution of project plans, timelines, and deliverables across regions and partner hospitals.

• Manage and supervise the project coordination team and ensure efficient task delegation.

B. Technical Leadership

• Provide strategic direction and technical oversight for AMR laboratory capacity building initiatives.

• Guide implementation of laboratory quality management systems (QMS), AMR surveillance, and antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) interventions.

• Ensure technical soundness of training materials, mentorship activities, and laboratory improvement plans.

C. Coordination and Partnership Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between EPHLA, Project HOPE, the Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI), and regional health bureaus.

• Coordinate with partners, stakeholders, and implementing institutions to ensure complementarity and avoid duplication.

• Facilitate joint planning and review meetings with the EPHLA and other stakeholders.

D. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Oversee data collection, documentation, and reporting according to the Learning, Monitoring, and Evaluation (LME) framework.

• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of quarterly and semiannual performance reports.

• Use monitoring data to inform decision-making and adaptive management.

F. Capacity Building and Supervision

• Provide mentorship and oversight to regional project coordinators and technical staff.

• Identify technical assistance needs and coordinate with consultants or partners to address them.

• Organize and facilitate national-level workshops, review meetings, and training sessions.

G. Communication, Visibility, and Compliance

• Ensure USAID visibility and branding requirements are properly implemented.

• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and document project success stories.

Key Deliverables

• Approved annual and semiannual work plans

• Periodic progress and financial reports

• Documented capacity improvement in supported laboratories

• Coordination and review meeting reports

• Final project performance and sustainability report

Job Requirements

Education: 

• Lab background with MSC in microbiology/MPH/Project management 

Experience:

• 6-10years relevant skills and experience

How To Apply

Deadline: October 25, 2025(five Consecutive days)

Address: yamibb25@gmail.com

Stadium Sahlesilase Building 1st floor EPHLA Office

Job Requirements MSc Degree in Microbiology, Project Management or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties and Responsibilities: - Lead the development and implementation of annual and semiannual project work plans in line with the HSA objectives. - Ensure alignment of project activities with national laboratory and AMR strategies. - Oversee the execution of project plans, timelines, and deliverables across regions and partner hospitals. How to Apply Submit your application, updated CV and supporting credentials in person to the office loacted at Stadium Sahlesilase Building 1st floor EPHLA Office or via email: yamibb25@gmail.com