Positive Action for Development (PAD) is an indigenous, non-governmental, humanitarian, and development organization legally registered at the federal level by the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Charities and Societies Agency on June 6, 2011, with registration number 2330.

PAD is one of the most vibrant and rapidly expanding civil society organizations in Ethiopia, scaling up its interventions across the humanitarian, NEXUS, and development spectrum. The organization has broadened its operations to multiple regions, including Addis Ababa, Amhara, Oromia, Harari, Afar, Somali, Tigray, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Ethiopia’s southern regional states.

As it expands, PAD remains firmly committed to inclusive, equitable, and conflict-sensitive programming—respecting the diverse realities of communities while fostering peaceful coexistence and sustainable development.

Vision: To see a community of hope, humanity, and social justice.
Mission: To bring people together to work in partnerships, promote hope, humanity, and social justice, and improve the livelihoods of disadvantaged groups for social and inclusive economic growth by actively engaging in positive actions, responsive care and support, and addressing the root causes of poverty in Ethiopia.

The Youth Mobilization officer will work with youth leaders in the kebeles to mobilize youth, engage in community service initiatives, and build their capacities through their engagement.

Specific Responsibilities

Outreach and Engagement:

• Develop and implement strategies to reach and engage with youth in the target communities.

• Conduct outreach activities to raise awareness about the community service, youth employment and livelihood program.

• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events to mobilize and involve youth.

• Collaborate with local youth organizations, schools, and community leaders to expand the program's reach.

• Generate demands among youth through providing information and mobilize them to join the program.

Recruitment and Selection:

• Develop and implement processes for recruiting eligible youth participants into the program.

• Conduct screening and assessment of potential participants to determine their suitability for the program.

• Provide information and guidance to interested youth regarding program eligibility, requirements, and benefits.

• Collaborate with other program staff to ensure a smooth transition for selected participants into the program.

Training and Capacity Building:

• Coordinate and deliver training sessions on relevant topics such as employability skills, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and personal development.

• Develop training materials and resources tailored to the needs of the youth participants.

• Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring support to help youth participants develop their skills and overcome challenges.

• Monitor the progress of participants during training and provide feedback for improvement.

Networking and Partnership:

• Establish partnerships with local businesses, employers, and organizations to create employment opportunities for program participants.

• Collaborate with local stakeholders to identify potential job placements, internships, or apprenticeships.

• Participate in relevant networks, forums, or events to promote the program and build relationships with key stakeholders.

• Advocate for the needs and interests of youth in employment-related discussions at the community level.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Collect data and maintain accurate records of participant demographics, progress, and outcomes.

• Monitor the effectiveness of program activities in achieving desired outcomes for youth employment and livelihood.

• Contribute to program evaluations to assess the impact and identify areas for improvement.

• Prepare regular reports on program activities, achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

• Ensure compliance with donor requirements.

Job Requirements

Qualification

 BA Degree/MA In Sociology, Social Anthropology, Social Work, Psychology, And Related Fields
Experience:     

At least 2 Years Of Experience For MA and 4 Years For BA In Mobilization Of Youth For Campaigns, Event Organizing, and Volunteerism.

Required Skills For The Vacant Positions:

• Excellent in English Speaking, Writing, and listening, 

• Able To Speak Amharic and additional local languages 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Good organizational and time management skills.

Number required: (1) one
Duty Station: "Based in Dessie with frequent field travel
Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply

Equal Employment Opportunity

Positive Action for Development (PAD) promotes fairness, equity, and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, or other personal status. Hiring decisions are made based on skills, experience, and suitability for the role.

We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment where all staff can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and grow professionally.

Zero Tolerance for Misconduct

PAD has zero tolerance for any form of abuse, harassment, exploitation, or misuse of power. We take safeguarding seriously and expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to follow our policies and uphold our values at all times. All successful candidates will go through background checks and be required to follow PAD’s code of conduct and safeguarding principles.

Recruitment Flexibility

PAD reserves the right to recruit more than one candidate from this announcement or keep qualified applicants in our database for future similar roles.

Important Notice on Recruitment Fraud

PAD does not request any payment at any stage of the recruitment process. If you receive any suspicious messages claiming to be from PAD, please report them to our office through official contact channels.  www.padethiopia.org

How To Apply

Application Process

Interested candidates must send the following application documents with the subject line outh Mobilization officer For Dessie

Motivation/Cover letter (not more than one page);

It is highly recommended to include your salary expectations and current salary in the application letter.

CV (not more than 4 pages) and relevant documents (education certificates, experience, and others) (Please note that the certificates and CV should be in one single file.) If you are passionate about peacebuilding and have the skills and experience to contribute effectively, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Note:

PAD follows a merit-based recruitment process, ensuring all candidates are evaluated fairly and transparently based on their qualifications, experience, and demonstrated competencies. Selection decisions are guided by objective assessments, structured interviews, and clearly defined criteria, allowing the most suitable candidates to be hired in alignment with PAD’s values of equity, integrity, and professionalism.

●      Only selected candidates will be contacted.

●      Applicant(s) who don’t follow the procedures will be disqualified immediately.

●      This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may be subject to change based on organizational needs.

E-mail: job@padethiopia.org

Website: www.padethiopia.org

PAD is an organization committed to upholding a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of abuse and exploitation while actively working to protect and defend the rights and well-being of individuals

Job Requirements MA or BA Degree in Sociology, Social Anthropology, Social Work, Psychology or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties and Responsibilities: - Develop and implement strategies to reach and engage with youth in the target communities. - Conduct outreach activities to raise awareness about the community service, youth employment and livelihood program. - Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events to mobilize and involve youth. How to Apply Submit your application, updated CV and supporting credentials via email: job@padethiopia.org