Team Leader, Capacity Development

Location: Arba Minch, Ethiopia
Engagement: 22 months (70% input)
Deadline: 11/06/2025

Development professionals passionate about sustainable change – we invite you to apply for a key leadership role at the forefront of integrated landscape management (ILM) in Ethiopia.

We are seeking an inclusive, visionary, and results-oriented Team Leader to guide capacity development efforts and support local systems transformation in the Lake Chamo region. This is a central position within a GIZ-supported project, with a long-term commitment and high strategic relevance. All qualified individuals, regardless of gender, nationality, or background, are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and rollout of ILM approaches in the model region.

• Develop frameworks for mainstreaming lessons learned into local partner systems.

• Design and deliver high-quality capacity development programmes tailored to institutional and community needs.

• Coordinate the project and manage the interdisciplinary team, ensuring timely delivery and strong collaboration between GIZ and headquarters.

• Foster networks with private training providers and institutional partners.

• Ensure synergy and complementarity between the project’s activities and national/local initiatives.

• Guide the full cycle of capacity development measures, including M&E and policy advisory.

Required Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree (MSc/PhD) in Project Management, Capacity Development, Organisational/Rural Development, Ecology, Development Studies, Geography, or Spatial Planning.

• Proficient in English (C1) and Amharic (B2).

Professional Experience

• 10 years in capacity development and project management.

• 8 years leading participatory NRM and/or local development strategy implementation (min. 2 assignments).

• Proven track record in system analysis (min. 2 assignments).

• 3 years’ experience with formal training in OD-based capacity-building.

• 5 years of team leadership (min. 5 staff) and budget responsibility of €400,000 per year.

• At least 5 years of international experience outside Ethiopia.

• 15 years of professional experience in Ethiopia, with a deep understanding of the local context.

• 3 years working on development cooperation projects, including those in close collaboration with governments.

Additional Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate a successful track record in:

• Building trust and navigating complex stakeholder ecosystems.

• Designing or refining project concepts and methodologies.

• Empowering teams through coaching and inclusive leadership approaches.

Documentation of two success stories (problem + solution) should be annexed to the CV.