People in Need is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanism, freedom, equality and solidarity. We consider human dignity and freedom to be fundamental values. We believe that people anywhere in the world should have the right to make decisions about their lives and to share the rights expressed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Our Profile
The People in Need organization was established in 1992 by a group of Czech war correspondents who were no longer satisfied with merely relaying information about ongoing conflicts and began sending out aid. It gradually became established as a professional humanitarian organization striving to provide aid in troubled regions and support adherence to human rights around the world.
Throughout the 25 years of its existence, People in Need has become one of the biggest non-profit organizations in Central Europe. In addition to humanitarian aid and human rights, it now also targets education and helps people living in social exclusion.
We are part of Alliance2015, a strategic network of seven European non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian aid and development projects. This collaboration increases effectiveness, both in working in the target countries and in campaigns aimed at influencing the attitudes of politicians and the general public in Europe.
In our 15 years operation in Ethiopia, has focused on projects in five main areas of interest: Education and Social protection, Environment, Livelihood and Agriculture, Water, sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Emergency programs
More information at www.peopleinneed.cz or https://www.clovekvtisni.cz/en/what-we-do/humanitarian-aid-and-development/ethiopia
PIN currently invites applicants for the position of: WaSH Project Manager position for specific project “Support of Selected Town Water Utilities in Sustainable Water Scheme Management” and “Establishment of Sustainable Drinking Water Supply Systems in Hawassa Zuriya Woreda”
Duration of employment: until December 31, 2021
Main responsibilities of the position:
The Project Manager (PjM) will be primarily responsible for managing the projects “Support of Selected Town Water Utilities in Sustainable Water Scheme Management” and “Establishment of Sustainable Drinking Water Supply Systems in Hawassa Zuriya Woreda” project (public tender) overall implementation in Hawassa Zuria woreda of Sidama Zone and Hawassa town in collaboration with project team under the supervision of WaSH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) Program Manager. S/he will manage the project in the widest sense of Project cycle management, responsible for the successful implementation and administration. In particular, PjM is not only responsible to attain the specific results in terms of proper quality and time of the activities, but also to ensure that all necessary administrative/financial rules related to the implementation of those activities are followed. S/he will be responsible to provide guidance and technical oversight for ensuring quality of the project through working in strong collaboration with pertinent partners, subcontractors, government bodies, private actor experts and NGOs with close cooperation with PIN Financial and Logistic department and other staff working under the project.
Main responsibilities:
o Successful implementation of all stages of the project’s cycle Management, including M&E, budget and procurement management.
o Liaison with partner companies, subcontractors and fulfilling all contractual obligations,
o Adhering to PIN, government and donors’ policies.
o Internal and external reporting
o Ensure an excellent working relationship with partners, local government and communities
o Team management
o Financial/budget/, operation, administrative, and procurement coordination of the projects
o Minimum BSc Degree in WaSH and Project Management related field of studies like Water Engineering, Project Management, Public health, Environmental Health and other related fields of study
o Minimum of 4 years’ experience on WaSH project Management position is desired.
o Must have an experience on Project management Specifically, she/he has to an experience and good skills on planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of WaSH projects.
o Experience on managing public tender projects is advantageous.
o Previous working experience in the INGO environment is advantageous
o Strong writing and reporting skills (weekly, bi annual and annual)
o Experience in partnering with Ministry water, and Health, Bureau of Water and Health, Zonal & Woreda Water and Health Departments/Offices
o Experience in SNNP Region, Sidama zone set up
o Excellent coordination and mobilization skill
o Computer friendly (Word, excel, power point)
o Excellent knowledge of spoken & written Amharic and English,
o 3 strong references (will be crosschecked/contacted)