Education in Emergency Coordinator – Plan International Ethiopia
Education
Plan International Ethiopia
Founded over 80 years ago, Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We strive for a just world, working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners. Headquartered in the UK, Plan International works in a total of 75 countries in AFRICA, ASIA, EUROPE, AUSTRALIA, and the NORTH AMERICANS
By actively involving children, and working at the grassroots with no religious, political, or governmental affiliation, Plan International unites and inspires people around the globe to transform the world and make positive lasting changes in children’s lives.
Plan International’s first operation in Ethiopia started in Lalibela, in November 1974 and is currently implementing its program in Gambella, Benishangul-Gumuz, Afar, Oromia, Amhara, SNNPR, and Addis Ababa City Administration. Plan International Ethiopia will also continue low presence in Somali and Tigray. Furthermore, if there is a national-level emergency crisis in the country Plan International Ethiopia will respond quickly, effectively, and at a significant scale, even in areas where we are not present.
The Opportunity
The EiE project Coordinator will be ultimately responsible for ensuring education project quality and results achievement, stakeholder and partner relations, and effective delivery of out puts. In addition, the officer is responsible for fostering gender sensitive principles of collaboration, active participation, transparency and respect for the agency of women’s organizations as an integral aspect of the role.
- Management of Education component in Afar ECCE Centres as per the proposal
- Supervise and coordinate Education component in ECCE Centres.
- Liaison with government offices, bureaus, UN agencies, NGOs and other civic organizations operating in the Woreda/ Zone and region
- Has responsibility to comply with organizational and statutory policies and laws on HR legality matters and also on matters related to protection of children in gender and child rights in particular in emergencies and disasters.
- Ensure high quality activity management and maximize safety and wellbeing of all inhabitants especially children
- Ensure effective collaboration and support of procurement, logistics, and other required facilities including water, sanitation, health and ensure security
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The Individual
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- B.E./BA degree in Education, Community Development, Psychology, Social Sciences
- 5+ years of relevant experience out of which 3year successful assignments in a complex IDP emergency situation. May require formal professional qualification. Sound analytical and problem-solving capability; ability to influence others’ behaviour through effective relationship building; thorough current knowledge and understanding of relevant policies, frameworks, etc.
- Experience with the following technical areas:
- Mobilizing as well as facilitating training to teachers
- Budget planning and management
- Knowledge and practical experience in EiE as per the INEE Minimum Standards
- Participation and/or coordination with the Education Cluster
- Knowledge and experience in formal and non-formal education
KNOWLEDGE AND Skills
- Knowledge of humanitarian interventions/activities in IDP settings.
- Awareness of safeguarding and child protection issues
- Sensitivity to gender and inclusion in EiE contexts.
- Ability to deliver quality programs in a short time and work under stressful conditions.
- Proven ability to work in a team environment and independently.
- Proposal and report writing skills.
- Analytical and strategic thinking
- Excellent written, verbal communication skills in English and Amharic
- Computer skills including Microsoft office and other relevant application
Safeguarding Children and Young People (Safeguarding) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI)
- Understands and puts into practice the responsibilities under Safeguarding and GEI policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), ensuring that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
- Ensures that all staff signed safeguarding policies;
- Implement Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in day to day work.
