JOB OVERVIEW
Organization: Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI)
Position: Project Management Assistant
Location: Addis Ababa, AHRI Head Office
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract (One Year, with possibility of extension)
Salary: As per the institution’s salary scale
Application Deadline: April 5, 2026
About Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI)
The Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) was founded in 1970 through the initiative of the Norwegian and Swedish Save the Children organizations in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of Ethiopia. The institute is named after Norwegian physician Gerhard Henrik Armauer Hansen, who first identified the leprosy bacillus (Mycobacterium leprae).
AHRI was reorganized under Council of Ministers Regulation No. 376/2016 as a biomedical research, clinical trial, and research capacity-building institution under the Federal Ministry of Health. With over 50 years of service, AHRI is recognized as a leading hub for research, technology transfer, and partnerships that contribute to health development and transformation in Ethiopia and beyond.
Position: Project Management Assistant
This opportunity is ideal for fresh graduates seeking to build a career in public health research, project coordination, and institutional program management.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in:
Public Health
Health Informatics
Management
Or related fields in Social or Health Sciences
Minimum CGPA Requirements:
3.00 and above for male applicants
2.75 and above for female applicants
Work experience is not required.
Skills and Competencies
Highly organized with ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Strong time management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Fluent in English (both written and verbal)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with project management software is an advantage
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Terms of Employment
One-year contract period
Full-time employment basis
Possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability
Duty Station
Addis Ababa – AHRI Head Office
How to Apply
Interested applicants who fulfill the above requirements must: Submit their CV/Resume through
Please note:
Filling out the online application form and submitting your CV through Appling link
Applicants who fail to complete both steps will not be considered
Multiple submissions for this job post are not allowed
📣 Stay Updated For career opportunities jobs and scholarships
Join our Telegram Channel for daily job updates!
🔗 https://t.me/Habeshan_Jobs_Com
