Background
The Ethiopian Academy of sciences provides evidence based policy advice to the Government and promotes scientific culture and innovation. The Academies objective is to improve the scientific and technological basis of the society for resolving important development issues.
In carrying out its responsibilities, the Academy responds to requests for advice concerning specific and generic issues in science and technology including education and research, influences action by initiating studies of issues that merit consideration by the Government and other stakeholders, identifies issues and topics for consensus studies, and cooperates with Governmental and Non-governmental organizations.
The scope of activities of the Academy covers all dimensions of science, including agriculture, engineering and technology, health, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, performing arts and the letters.
JOB SUMMARY
The Project Officer is responsible for facilitating and supporting the Academy’s programs and/or projects. He/She also supports Working Groups/Committees/panels/study teams and serves as a Rapporteur and staff liaison between these bodies and the Academy. He/She will also be engaged in developing required documents to other activities related to publicizing the vision, mission and activities of the Academy and to raise funds for new projects/activities.
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