Positive Action for Development (PAD) Job Vacancies 2026

Positive Action for Development (PAD) 2026 job vacancies in Ethiopia for MERL Officer, Project Cashier-Accountant, and Finance & Admin Logistic Officer, offering professional growth in monitoring, evaluation, finance, and administrative management.

These positions provide significant professional value for Ethiopian job seekers aiming to advance their careers in development, humanitarian, and multisector programs. Candidates will gain hands-on experience in data-driven decision-making, monitoring and evaluation, financial management, procurement, logistics, and human resources. Each role develops practical, in-demand skills while contributing to evidence-based program implementation, accountability, and operational efficiency across PAD’s programs in Ethiopia.

Positive Action for Development (PAD) Job Vacancies 2026 – Debre Birhan & Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

About the Organization

Positive Action for Development (PAD) is a dynamic civil society organization implementing humanitarian, nexus, and development programs across Ethiopia, including Amhara, Oromia, Addis Ababa, and other regional states. PAD emphasizes inclusive, equitable, and conflict-sensitive programming to foster sustainable development and social justice.

Available Job Positions

1. Field Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, and Learning (MERL) Officer

   Employment Type: Contract
   Duty Station: Debre Birhan, Amhara Region

   Key Responsibilities / Job Duties:

   • Design and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for projects
   • Collect, analyze, and report on project performance indicators
   • Provide feedback to project coordinators and support adaptive management
   • Facilitate mid-term and end-line evaluations of medium- and long-term projects
   • Maintain data collection tools and ensure data quality assurance
   • Document lessons learned and change stories for program learning
   • Train and support staff on M&E processes and tools
   • Conduct capacity-building assessments and facilitate staff training
   • Monitor project resource efficiency and sustainability of outcomes
   • Perform other duties assigned by project coordinators

   Qualifications & Experience:

   • Advanced degree in Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field
   • Minimum five years of relevant work experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning
   • Experience in NGO program evaluation, data analysis, and reporting
   • Proficiency with Excel, SPSS, Stata, Power BI, KoboToolbox, CommCare

   Salary & Benefits:

   • Medical allowance, transport allowance, and training opportunities

   How to Apply:

   • Submit a motivation/cover letter (max one page) and CV (max four pages) with relevant documents in one file
   • Use subject line: MERL Officer (Amhara region, Debre Birhan)
   • Email applications to: job@padethiopia.org
   • Application Deadline: February 7, 2026

2. Project Cashier-Accountant

   Employment Type: Contract
   Duty Station: Debre Birhan, Amhara Region

   Key Responsibilities / Job Duties:

   • Manage financial transactions including payments, petty cash, staff advances, and supplier payments
   • Maintain and secure financial documents and records for audit purposes
   • Ensure compliance with organizational financial policies and local tax regulations
   • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
   • Monitor office expenditures and asset management
   • Facilitate procurement and delivery of materials to project sites
   • Assist Finance Officer in internal control, policy implementation, and procedural improvements
   • Perform additional duties assigned by supervisors

   Qualifications & Experience:

   • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field
   • 1–3 years of relevant work experience in accounting/finance within NGOs
   • Knowledge of accounting software (QuickBooks, Peachtree, ERP systems) is advantageous
   • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

   Salary & Benefits:

   • Medical allowance, transport allowance, and training opportunities

   How to Apply:

   • Submit a motivation/cover letter (max one page) and CV (max four pages) with supporting documents in one file
   • Use subject line: Project Cashier-Accountant (Amhara region, Debre Birhan)
   • Email applications to: job@padethiopia.org
   • Application Deadline: February 7, 2026

3. Finance and Admin Logistic (LAF) Officer

   Employment Type: Contract
   Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (50% travel to field offices/project sites)

   Key Responsibilities / Job Duties:

   • Oversee financial management including cheque issuance, advances, cash handling, and reporting
   • Ensure compliance with internal controls, donor requirements, and financial policies
   • Manage procurement, contracts, purchase orders, and vendor performance
   • Conduct physical counts of inventories and fixed assets; maintain accurate records
   • Supervise human resources functions: recruitment, onboarding, performance appraisal, and personnel files
   • Maintain operational safety and security of office property and vehicles
   • Monitor and report on logistics, fleet management, and branch office administration
   • Provide guidance and training to staff on finance, procurement, and administrative procedures
   • Perform other duties as assigned by Finance and Administration Manager

   Qualifications & Experience:

   • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field
   • Minimum three years of relevant work experience in NGOs or similar organizations
   • Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Peachtree, or other ERP systems
   • Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and multitasking skills

   Salary & Benefits:

   • Medical allowance, transport allowance, and training opportunities

   How to Apply:

   • Submit a motivation/cover letter (max one page) and CV (max four pages) with supporting documents in one file
   • Use subject line: LAF Officer (Addis Ababa)
   • Email applications to: job@padethiopia.org
   • Application Deadline: February 7, 2026