Project Implementation Expert - AI UniPod

About the role

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Ethiopia is seeking a National UN Volunteer Project Implementation Expert for the AI UniPod programme in Addis Ababa. Working with the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute (EAII) and Addis Ababa University, the volunteer supports the coordination and delivery of advanced AI training, e-learning programmes, innovation residencies, mentorship and prototype development, contributing to an ecosystem for AI innovation and sustainable development.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of detailed project workplans, milestones, schedules and activity trackers.
• Coordinate programme activities and partnerships involving UNDP, EAII, Addis Ababa University, trainers, mentors and innovation ecosystem partners.
• Support the development of AI training curricula, learning materials and e-learning platform customization.
• Coordinate training cohorts, participant onboarding, attendance, assessments and completion tracking.
• Support the planning and delivery of residencies, workshops, mentoring sessions, prototype reviews and Demo Day events.
• Facilitate access to AI laboratories, computing resources, technical mentors and product development support.
• Monitor prototype development, technical validation, product testing and responsible AI considerations.
• Maintain project monitoring frameworks, results trackers and documentation; prepare weekly updates, monthly reports and donor inputs.
• Identify risks, bottlenecks and opportunities for corrective action.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Information Technology, Innovation Management, Project Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences or a closely related field; a relevant Bachelor's degree with additional professional experience may be accepted.
• At least 7 years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating workshops, bootcamps, training programmes, innovation residencies, mentorship activities or community events.
• Experience working with government institutions, universities, innovators, start-ups, private sector organizations and development partners.
• Fluent English and Amharic required.

Required skills

• Strong project planning, coordination, implementation monitoring and reporting skills, able to manage multiple activities under tight deadlines.
• Exposure to AI, digital transformation, innovation ecosystems, entrepreneurship support or technology-for-development is highly desirable.

What we offer

• A monthly Volunteer Living Allowance.
• Health and life insurance, disability coverage and other entitlements under UNV Conditions of Service.

Application deadline: 28 October 2026.