Project No. 2014 – 078 Ethiopia: Supporting the Ministry of Mines (SUMM) Project
Target start date: (start date TBC) – January/February 2018 (renewable to 5 years)
The Canadian International Resources and Development Institute (CIRDI) is a coalition of the University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University (SFU), and Polytechnique de Montréal (PM). CIRDI’s mission is to improve, in a measurable way, the ability of developing countries to manage and benefit from their natural resources in order to catalyze sustainable development and reduce poverty. The Institute was established through a five-year (2013-2018) agreement with Global Affairs, Canada to implement projects that secure opportunities for developing countries to improve fiscal and regulatory governance, integrated resource management and livelihoods and employment. CIRDI works with all levels of government to develop training, tools and approaches that address their unique circumstances and needs.
The “Supporting the Ministry of Mines” (SUMM) project in Ethiopia is a five-year, $15 million project funded by Global Affairs, Canada. The project is designed to strengthen the capacity and organizational management of Ethiopia’s Ministry of Mining, Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoMPNG) at operational and strategic levels. The project’s ultimate objectives are to improve resource governance and sustainable long-term management of Ethiopia’s emerging mineral sector.
The project focuses on three key areas: (1) improving the efficiency, transparency and accountability of the licensing, management and geo-data systems, including related social and environmental standards, (2) strengthening human resource management to create equal opportunities for professional development and employment, (3) improving the Government of Ethiopia’s ability to sustainably promote and manage foreign investment in its mining sector.
The position is based in Addis Ababa with frequent travel to the Ministry’s regional offices.
Tasks/Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be based in the project office based in Addis Ababa. Reporting to the Deputy Director, SUMM, the Administration & Logistics Officer will perform general administrative and reception duties and support efficient project office operations.
The position will provide support to the Director, SUMM, the Deputy Director SUMM, Project Officers,
Knowledge Management & Communications Officer and any other Project office staff.
Responsibilities:
Consequences of Error
This role is expected to be thorough, tactful, helpful with staff and government partners, and to exercise care, attention to detail, tact, discretion, and sound, excellent judgment in all aspects of the job. The Administration & Logistics Officer deals with a large volume of confidential material and is privy to confidential conversations. Inaccuracies or poor quality could have an impact on the reputation of the project and the Institute.
Supervision Received
Reports to the Deputy Director, SUMM. Works closely with all members of the SUMM team. May also take direction from Senior Administration and Finance Officer.
Supervision Given
None.
Duration of assignment including start and end date: (start date TBC) – January/February 2018 (renewable to five years)
Required Qualifications:
Skills and Abilities
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