Location- Addis Ababa with frequent travel to Tigray, Somali, and SNNP Regions
Length of Employment- Definite
Posting Date- October 12, 2018
Closing Date- October 22, 2018
Vacancy Code- 01/539 - 2
PROGRAM BACKGROUND:
The Regional Development and Protection Programme (RDPP) and Stemming Irregular Migration in Northern and Central Ethiopia (SINCE) program are funded by European Union Emergency Trust Fund for Stability and Addressing the Root Causes of Irregular Migration and Displaced Persons in Africa (EU Trust Fund).
The RDPP is comprised of five Lots: Tigray, Jijiga, Afar, Dolo Ado and Urban context. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Ethiopia is the lead agency for the Tigray lot consortium, with its partners: the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and the Ethiopian Orthodox Church Development and Inter-church Aid Commission (DICAC). The IRC is also a partner in the Jijiga-based lot, the consortium being led by Save the Children, also working with DRC and the Organization for Welfare and Development in Action (OWDA). The overall objective of the RDPP is to create evidence-based, innovative and sustainable development and protection solutions for refugees and their host communities in Ethiopia, hence providing alternatives to irregular primary and secondary movements. The RDPP projects all have four main objectives: 1-basic water, energy and education service delivery; 2-improved livelihood and employment opportunities; 3-improved protection; and 4-strengthened capacities of local authorities and multi-stakeholder coordination platforms to cooperate in developing an integrated approach for refugees, host communities and mixed migration flows. Projects are meant to serve both refugee and host community populations. The project runs from December 2016 for three years.
SINCE is comprised of five Lots: Addis Ababa (1), Amhara (2), Oromia (3), SNNP and West Oromia (4), and Tigray (5). The IRC in Ethiopia is the lead agency for the SNNPR Lot consortium, with its partners: CARE, JeCCDO, Salem Awassa Business Group, and YME Product Design and Manufacturing. The overall objective of SINCE call for proposal is to contribute to the reduction of irregular migration from Northern and Central Ethiopia by improving the living conditions of the most vulnerable population, including potential migrants and returnees with specific focus on youth and women. To contribute to reducing the root causes of irregular migration, the specific objective of the call for proposal is to establish inclusive economic programs that create employment opportunities for potential migrants, returnees and refugees, especially women and youths, in the most migration prone regions of Ethiopia by strengthening the capacities of local vocational training providers (TVET) and promoting public private partnerships (PPPs) in strategic economic clusters. The project runs from December 2017 for a period of two years.
Scope
The Consortia Coordinator, RDPP and SINCE provides leadership and is responsible for all aspects of the two projects: representation, program management, human resources, operational and financial management within the scope of IRC’s responsibilities under the projects. In coordination with the IRC’s Shire, Jijiga, and SNNP Field Coordinators, and respective Technical Sector Coordinators/Managers, he/she will provide technical leadership to the RDPP and SINCE staff, supporting them with all aspects of project implementation and monitoring, ensuring completion of activities to a high quality and on a timely basis as defined in the project documents. Particular experience in the project management and good understanding of the Ethiopian context will be essential in this role. This position is based in Addis Ababa, with frequent travel to implementation areas in Tigray, Somali, and SNNP Regions (approximately 50% time in the field, and 50% of time in Addis Ababa).
The position will work closely with IRC Sector Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators, and Managers, Field Coordinators in Shire, Jijiga, and SNNPR; and Finance, Human Resources and Supply Chain teams in Addis Ababa and the field. The position reports to the Deputy Director for Programs on day-to-day project management and implementation. The Consortia Coordinator, RDPP and SINCE directly supervises one Addis Ababa-based MEAL Officer.
Project Management
Project Monitoring and Reporting
Coordination, Representation and Special Tasks
Operations (HR, Logistics and Finance)
Staff Supervision and Management
Professional:
· Experience managing projects implemented in consortia with other agencies is required.
· 5 years of experience for Masters Degree and 8 years of experience for BA in relevant fields from a recognized university.
· At least 4 years management experience.
· Minimum five years of practical experience managing complex multi-sector projects: preferably in the areas of WASH, Education, and Livelihoods sectors.
· Proven ability at multi-tasking, time management, and flexibility, particularly in a multi-cultural environment & knowledge and understanding of project cycle required.
· Innovative and creative problem solver; extensive travel in a remote environment required.
· An in-depth understanding of national and international development issues; experience in Shire, Somali and SNNP Regions of Ethiopia is a plus.
· Strong organizational skills.
· Computer literate (word processors, spreadsheet, etc).
Personal:
· Ability to work under pressure, long work hours, and high workload.
· Ability to independently organize work and prioritize tasks.
· Self-motivated, honest, highly responsible, and punctual.
· Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
· Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.