The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a state owned organisation.

We work worldwide in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. GIZ International Services (InS) is an integral division of GIZ.

We offer the experience, the regional and technical know-how of GIZ in the global market and provide international clients with expertise in terms of economic and result-oriented services.

GIZ International Services is searching for a replacement for the prosecutions and policing expert position of the EU-funded tender: „Support to Criminal Justice Reform” in Ethiopia.

The overall objective of the programme of which this contract will be a part is as follows:
Increased rule of law, respect for human rights and access to justice for all.

The purpose of this contract is to support the Government of Ethiopia in its efforts to reform the criminal justice system in Ethiopia through the provision of ongoing technical assistance, advice and support to key institutions involved in the reforms and to ensure increased access to justice for all.

Qualifications and skills

Degree in law, policing, human rights or related field. Post-graduate degree in
relevant field would be an advantage.

General professional experience

• At least 10 years’ experience in criminal justice / justice sector / policing reform.
• Experience in aid delivery methods and in implementation of international
  cooperation projects/programmes.
• Demonstrated cross-cultural sensitivity; interpersonal, communication and
  negotiation skills.
• Computer literacy, excellent report writing skills and ability to produce quality
  documents.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Experience in Africa is a requirement. Specific experience in Ethiopia would be
  considered an advantage.

Specific professional experience

• Previous experience as a prosecutor or senior member of a police service is
  required. Specific experience in Sub-Saharan Africa will be an advantage.
• Practical experience in designing and delivering capacity development activities for
  police and/or prosecutors.
• Demonstrated experience in prosecution led criminal investigation.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of forensic evidence in criminal investigation
  and prosecution.
• Demonstrated experience in the gender and rights-based approach, notably in the
  field of governance, rule of law and justice.

The TAU will be based in Addis Ababa. Periodic travel to all Regions will be required.

The tentative start date is the 1st of November 2024 . The project will run until the 14th of October 2025.

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GIZ would like to increase the proportion of employees with disabilities, both in Germany

and abroad. Applications from persons with disabilities are most welcome.

Please send us an updated CV in EuropeAid format in English.