The Pharo Foundation is a private foundation committed to the development of Africa. Our vision is an economically vibrant and inclusive Africa. Our mission is to invest in the human and physical capital of Africa through entrepreneurial means. We value Dynamism, Innovation, Learning, Creativity, Passion and Respect.
We had developed the first five-year strategy (2016-2020) based on wide range of consultation and the lessons learnt from the previous projects that were funded by the foundation and implemented by other partners, worth US $6 million. Our strategic objective is to significantly improve the income and livelihoods of 30,000 households in Africa by 2020. Our development programs are contributing towards improved access to financial services, education, health and water & sanitation. Continuing and strengthening our commitment to reach more target households, we are currently developing the 2nd five year strategy (2021-2025) in order to improve the livelihoods of 100,000 households by 2025. We are committed to scaling up our work; improving the quality and the effectiveness of our programme selection, design and implementation based on evidence; and achieving significant and lasting improvements in the quality of life of the people whom we support.
The purpose of the position
The Health Coordinator position is a senior programme leadership role within the Foundation that will be entrusted with the responsibility for developing and managing our health programme in the Region. S/he will be expected to closely work with the Assosa General Hospital ICU director in ensuring quality service provision, including approving quarterly use of any ongoing complementary funds provided by the Foundation. S/he will also be expected to contribute to programme development in other parts of Benishangul-Gumuz region and elsewhere in Ethiopia. The position will be based in Assosa with regular travel within the BGRS and occasional travel to Addis Ababa. Reporting directly to the Programme Manager, this is a well-remunerated role that will give the right candidate an excellent mix of challenge, motivation and fulfilment
Key duties and responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Programme Manager, s/he will have the following key duties and responsibilities with the objective of improving access to health services and facilities
Required qualities and skills