Partnership For Pastoralists
Partnership For Pastoralists Development Association Is a legally registered humanitarian, National non-governmental organization striving to improve the livelihood of poor pastoralists and agro-pastoralist communities in Ethiopia. PAPDA was established in June 2006 by people who hail from pastoralist areas of Oromia, Somali, and Afar regional States and is re registered (No 0355) with the Agency for Civil Society Organizations.
PAPDA is seeking qualified and motivated interns to support its Operational Departments, specifically within Procurement and Logistics, units. The internship aims to provide hands-on professional experience while supporting the organization’s operational and programmatic objectives.
Position 1: Health and Nutrition Officer
- Duration of Assignment: 12 months
- Number of positions: One
Reporting Line: Reports to the Area Manager - Duty station: Liban Woreda
Education & Certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nursing or related health field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in humanitarian health and nutrition programming.
- Proven experience in mobile health and nutrition service delivery, including the implementation of CMAM programs (OTP, SC, TSFP) and IYCF-E interventions, MISP and reproductive health programming in emergency settings, as well as in outbreak detection and the implementation of IDSR protocols.
- Experience in supervising and mentoring health teams to ensure effective service delivery and quality care.
- Strong knowledge of humanitarian health and nutrition programming, TOT certificate on MISP, IMCI, and Public health Emergency management.
- Strong organizational, management, and communication skills to collaborate with partners at the regional, zonal, and woreda levels
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team management skills; proficient in Microsoft Office and data management tools.
- Proven ability to use adult learning techniques to facilitate training, supportive supervision and technical assistance
- Demonstrated ability to be a team player, to lead teams, and to organize multiple activities simultaneously; ability to communicate and negotiate competing demands on time and work effectively with teams.
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and local languages.
- Prior work experience in Oromia Region or pastoralist contexts is a strong advantage.
- Ability to work under pressure in hard-to-reach areas.
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Position 2: Health Officer
Duration of Assignment: 12 months
Reporting Line: Reports to the woreda health and nutrition officer and other line positions as required
Number of Positions: One
Duty station: Liben woreda of East Borena zone
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, or related health discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in humanitarian health and nutrition programming.
- Proven experience in mobile health and nutrition service delivery, CMAM programs, IYCF-E, and MISP.
- Experience in supervising health teams and conducting training/mentorship.
- Knowledge of outbreak detection, IDSR, and emergency health interventions.
- Strong planning, coordination, reporting, and data management skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in remote, challenging, and multicultural environments.
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Position 3: Clinical Nurses
Duration of Assignment: 12 months
Reporting Line: Reports to the Health and Nutrition Officer
Number of Positions: Three
Duty station: Liben woreda of East Borena zone
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent.
- Experience in primary health care, community health, or emergency health services.
- Knowledge of CMAM, IYCF-E, maternal and child health, and outpatient care.
- Ability to work in mobile and remote settings.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work under challenging conditions and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Position 4: Pharmacist
Duration of Assignment: 8 months
Reporting Line: Reports to the Health and Nutrition Officer
Number of Position: One
Duty station: Liben woreda of East Borena zone
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
- Experience in procurement, management, and distribution of medicines and medical supplies.
- Knowledge of CMAM, nutrition program supplies, and emergency pharmaceutical interventions.
- Ability to work in mobile and remote field settings.
- Strong organizational, coordination, and reporting skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
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Position 5: Social Workers
Duration of Assignment: 12 months
Reporting Line: Reports to the Health and Nutrition Officer
Number of Position: One
Duty station: Liben woreda of East Borena zone
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
- Five years Experience in MHPSS service delivery in humanitarian or community settings.
- Knowledge of psychosocial support, mental health interventions, and community-based approaches.
- Strong communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in remote and challenging environments.
- Experience in training, coaching, and mentoring staff and community volunteers.
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Position 6: GBV Case Worker
Duration of Assignment: 12 months
Reporting Line: Reports to the Protection Officer
Number of Positions: 1
Duty station: Liben woreda, East Borena zone of Oromia region
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Gender Studies, or related field.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in GBV case management or related protection work in humanitarian settings including a minimum of one years of NGO experience in the field.
- Strong knowledge of GBV guidelines (IASC GBV Guidelines, Inter-Agency GBV Case Management Guidelines).
- Ability to work with survivors sensitively and ethically.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles, protection ethics, and confidentiality.
Deadline : October 26th, 2026
