Branch Project coordinator

Ethiopian Mediation and Arbitration Centre (EMAC) is a Civil Society Organization that was established with the intention of promoting and providing alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in Ethiopia, contribute to the transformation efforts of the government in the Justice System and legal service delivery patterns of the country. The centre is working to further build on its achievements in the areas of conflict resolution, promotion of peaceful co-existence and improved conditions for the marginalized. The center works to promote accessible alternative dispute resolution mechanisms including mediation to contribute to peace processes and access to justice by targeting various in need members of communities.

Through the promotion of accessible mediation and arbitration, the centre provides and facilitates the resolution of disputes in a non-adversarial environment, by providing a service that is less costly and time saving than court litigation. With its head office in Addis Ababa, the center would like to employ a branch project coordinator in Bahir Dar. 

Branch Project Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Organizing, attending, and participating in stakeholder meetings.
• Documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings.
• Preparing necessary presentation materials for meetings.
• Ensuring project deadlines are met.
• Undertaking project tasks as required.
• Providing timely report to the project coordinator at the head office.
• Ensure stakeholder views are managed towards the best solution.
• Chair and facilitate meetings where appropriate.
• Follow up the day to day’s activities of the center at Bahir Dar.
• Carrying out other duties assigned by the project coordinator.

Branch Project Coordinator Requirements:

• Professional with field of study law (LLB).
• Minimum of two years of experience in a related field.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.