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Job Vacancy:
Fashion
Design Trainer

2 Positions

Dilla, Ethiopia

Project AID 013244/11/9

1. Position Overview

Position	Fashion Design Trainer
Duty Station	Dilla, Ethiopia
Working Modality	Full-time
Number of Positions	2
Contract Type	Fixed-term contract (project-based)
Reporting Line	Director of Mary Help College Dilla
Expected Starting Date	November 1, 2026

2. About the EASY WE Project

The initiative “EASY WE: Empowerment And Skills for Youth Employment and Women’s Empowerment in Ethiopia” (AID 013244/11/9), co-financed by Cooperazione Italiana (Italian Cooperation) through AICS-Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo (Italian Agency for Development Cooperation) under the 2023 Call for Proposals for initiatives promoted by local authorities and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), is implemented by VIDES ODV – Volontariato Internazionale Donna Educazione Sviluppo ODV in collaboration with Salesian Sisters AES (local partner); CoPE, SIMURG, ISF MI.

The project is currently seeking two qualified and motivated Fashion Design Trainers to support the implementation of the Garment Short Courses at Mary Help College Dilla. The trainers will provide theoretical and practical instruction, assess students’ progress, and contribute to the development of creativity, technical competence and professional skills among the trainees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

3. Main Responsibilities

Deliver theoretical and practical training in fashion design within the framework of the Dress Making programme implemented at Mary Help College Dilla.
Prepare session plans, training materials, and practical exercises in accordance with the approved curriculum and project objectives.
Provide training on fashion illustration, pattern making, sewing techniques, textiles, and garment production processes.
Demonstrate the safe and effective use of sewing machines, equipment, and tools ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Assess students through assignments, practical projects, examinations, and continuous assessment.
Provide mentoring, guidance and constructive feedback to support trainees’ technical improvement and professional development.
Ensure the proper management, maintenance and responsible use of training equipment, workshops and learning materials.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, assessments, trainees’ progress, and other required training documentation for project monitoring and reporting purposes.
Contribute to curriculum improvement and participate in coordination meetings related to the implementation of the training activities.
Support trainees in developing professional portfolios and preparing for internships, employment opportunities, or self-employment pathways.
Promote entrepreneurship skills and support graduates in exploring income-generating opportunities within the garment and fashion sector.

4. Requirements

A bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, Garment Technology, Textile Design or a related field will be considered an added advantage.
Holistic COC Certificate is mandatory.
TVET Training Methodology or pedagogy certification is an added advantage.
At least 1 year of relevant professional experience in fashion design, garment production, or related areas.
Demonstrated knowledge of fashion design principles, garment construction, pattern drafting, draping, sewing, and textile selection.
Proficiency in fashion design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, CorelDRAW, and CLO 3D (preferred)
Good classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational, mentoring and assessment skills.

5. Conditions of Employment

Contract Type

Fixed-term contract (project-based)

Number of Positions

Duration

Initial 2-month probation period, with possibility of extension until the end of the project subject to satisfactory performance

Expected Starting Date

November 1, 2026

Duty Station

Dilla, Ethiopia

Salary

Competitive and in line with project budget and organizational policies

Working Modality

Full-time

Reporting Line

Director of Mary Help College Dilla

6. How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents either by email or in person:

Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Cover / Motivation Letter
Copies of relevant supporting documents

By email: maryhelpcollegedilla@gmail.com

In person: Mary Help College Dilla, Harroke Kebele, SNNPR.

Please ensure that both the email subject and the cover / motivation letter include:
Name_Surname_Application for Fashion Design Trainer – project AID 013244/11/9.

7. Application Deadline

21 October 2026

(Gregorian calendar)