Bbc Media Action – Country Manager Vacancy 2026 - Bbc Media Action - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

BBC Media Action

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Competitive; pyid in etb under ethiopian terms + c...
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5+ years leadership experience
Office management and operations
Managing large donor-funded projects
** BBC Media Action is seeking a Country Manager for its Ethiopia office, responsible for leading development projects that leverage media to address various social issues. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership and operational management experience, particularly in managing donor-funded projects in Ethiopia. **

Job Summary

  • The Country Manager will provide dynamic leadership to BBC Media Action's Ethiopia office to ensure effective delivery of development projects using media.
  • This role involves overseeing finance, operations, and administration while maintaining strict compliance with donor rules and local regulations.
  • Candidates must have the existing right to live and work in Ethiopia as no work permit support is available.

Matching Summary

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** BBC Media Action is seeking a Country Manager for its Ethiopia office, responsible for leading development projects that leverage media to address various social issues. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership and operational management experience, particularly in managing donor-funded projects in Ethiopia. **

Salary

Competitive; Paid in ETB under Ethiopian terms and conditions; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years leadership experience
  • Office management and operations
  • Managing large donor-funded projects
  • Strong budget management skills
  • Government and donor relationship building

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in media sector preferred
  • Development sector background
  • Proven team integrity standards

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or equivalent relevant experience
  • 5+ years in leadership/people management roles
  • 5+ years in office management/operations roles
  • Existing right to live and work in Ethiopia

Work Rights

Must have existing right to live and work in Ethiopia

Tailored Resume

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