Tsehai Young Leaders Fellow

Whiz Kids Workshop is inviting qualified early-career professionals to apply for its paid Tsehai Young Leaders Fellowship in Addis Ababa. The three-month programme offers practical experience, coaching, and opportunities to develop operational leadership skills while contributing to the development of Tsehai 2.0, a platform connecting caregivers with families and employers. Job Overview Position: Tsehai Young Leaders Fellow Organization: Whiz Kids Workshop Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Head Office) Employment Type: Full-time (Three-month paid fellowship) Number of Positions: 4 Experience: Approximately 2–3 years Monthly Net Salary: ETB 35,000 Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM; Saturday, 8:30 AM–12:30 PM Application Deadline: November 28, 2026 Application Method: Online About the Fellowship Through its Tsehai Loves Learning and Tsehai for Families initiatives, Whiz Kids Workshop is developing Tsehai 2.0, a platform designed to help caregivers build practical skills, demonstrate their competence, and connect with families and employers. The Tsehai Young Leaders Fellowship aims to develop talented early-career professionals who can manage, improve, and eventually lead the organization's operational systems. Key Responsibilities and Learning Areas Selected fellows will gain practical experience across seven interconnected operational systems: Registration and Onboarding: Supporting successful registration and onboarding processes. Skill Assessment: Maintaining assessment quality and supporting evidence-based decisions. Caregiver Portfolio and Employer Services: Developing services that create value for caregivers and employers. Learner Support: Identifying learning barriers and helping learners make progress. Team Operations: Managing priorities, team capacity, and workflows. Talent Development: Supporting colleagues to learn, improve, and take on responsibilities. Content Marketing and Advertising: Attracting suitable caregivers and employers to the Tsehai platform. Fellows will also learn to identify operational challenges, simplify processes, improve systems, and measure performance results. Qualifications and Requirements Educational Background A Bachelor's Degree in any of the following fields: Marketing Sales Project Management Supply Chain Management Business Candidates with backgrounds in Education, Psychology, or Social Work must also have specific business, team, or project management experience. Experience Approximately 2–3 years of relevant experience. This may include: Employment experience. Project-based work. Full-time volunteering. Community leadership experience. Required Skills and Competencies Applicants should demonstrate: Strong ownership, accountability, and ability to deliver quality work and measurable results. Curiosity, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn. Ability to receive feedback and continuously improve. Sound judgment and ability to recognize when assistance is needed. Clear communication skills in Amharic and English. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships. Creativity and attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure. Ability to meet targets and manage multiple priorities. Familiarity with A/B testing and experimentation. Familiarity with educational platforms such as Elearn. Genuine interest in education, child development, and improving caregiving. Fellowship Benefits The three-month paid fellowship offers: Monthly net salary of ETB 35,000. Direct coaching and practical learning opportunities. Increasing responsibilities based on demonstrated readiness. Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion. Potential longer-term employment opportunities for four strong performers, depending on their demonstrated capabilities, organizational needs, and available positions. Selection Process The selection process consists of four practical assessment stages: Stage 1: Mission and First Signal Review six child development concepts. Respond to a caregiving scenario. Submit a short essay and an Amharic response reflecting on personal experience and potential contributions to Tsehai. Stage 2: Learning Through Practice Complete Modules 1 and 2 of Tsehai's Caregiver Course on Telegram. Practise responsive caregiving with a child under eight years old. Submit the required evidence and incorporate coaching feedback. Explain lessons learned, possible learning challenges, and one improvement to test. Stages 3 and 4: Applying Judgment Complete a practical case connecting Tsehai's seven operational systems. Participate in an observed operating assessment. Candidates who advance will be invited for a final interview. Important Practical Requirement: Applicants must be able to arrange safe caregiving practice with a child under eight through family members or trusted friends. Permission from the child's parent or guardian is required before the practice, and separate permission must be obtained before recording any practice. How to Apply Interested and qualified applicants should begin the Stage 1 application using the online form below. Applicants are encouraged to start early to review the learning materials and complete the practical assignments within the required timelines. Application Form: https://forms.gle/Vh7Q1jPovaYa3pix9 Application Deadline: November 28, 2026