Integrated Multi-sector Emergency Response Project Manager – World Vision Ethiopia

Agriculture, Development and Project Management, Water and Sanitation

World Vision Ethiopia

World Vision began its ministry in Ethiopia in the early 1970s and opened a national office in Addis Ababa in 1975.  World Vision operated emergency response programmes during the 1984 famine, followed by a period of rehabilitation (1986-87) and a self-review that came up with the concept of Area Development Programmes (ADPs) as a model.
World Vision’s work in Ethiopia contributes to the well-being of vulnerable children in partnership with the church, civil society and the government. Initiatives include education, food security, health, HIV and AIDS, water, sanitation, and hygiene, as well as sponsorship management. All programmes are implemented with the goal of addressing the strategic and basic needs of children while supporting and building the capacity of families and communities. 

Number of Positions: One

Major Responsibilities

  • Oversee, ensure and manage the execution of the entire project in accordance with BHA project proposal document, WVE policies, donor guidelines and government regulations.
  • Ensure the proper physical and financial implementation of the project as planned during the desired timeframe, while ensuring efficient and effective utilization of project resources.
  • Oversee and supervise the project implementation of in operational areas, including thematic leading NGOs; proactively request partners’ feedback on the progress of the project, challenges and concerns encountered and take appropriate actions, ensuring a capacity building and coaching approach.
  • Ensure an intentional networking with OCHA field coordination, Emergency Operation Center, Woreda, Zonal and regional government offices/institutions, non-governmental actors and other stakeholders .
  • Ensure the compilation and submission of consolidated financial and narrative reports to the donor alignment to the Contract and the MoU.
  • Ensure active donor engagement as required during donor monitoring visits and delegation meetings.
  • Oversee and ensure the development and execution of a result oriented participatory M&E and knowledge management system, to enhance accountability and impact demonstration.
  • Submit operation plans and regular progress reports to respective government offices on time.
  • Provide internal situation updates and progress reports, actively engage in EOC receive enquiries and give response in consultation with East Harerghe and South Omo response team.
  • In consultation with WVE East Harerghe and South Omo Response team and partners, ensure the preparation of detail implementation plans (DIP) and budget breakdowns including cash flow for the project based on the project design.

Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

  • BA/BSc Degree in Agriculture, agricultural economics, Economics, Development studies, WASH related or other related fields.

Required Professional Experience

  • Previous work experience 6-8 years/3 years in Management level.
  •  Program management skill, Participatory M&E, Results-Based management, Logical Framework Analysis, community participation, Participatory Rural Appraisal, Participatory Learning & Action

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

  • Experience in USAID/BHA funded projects is an advantage.
  • INGO experience is preferred.
  • Program management skill, Participatory M&E, Results-Based management, community participation, Participatory Rural Appraisal, Participatory Learning & Action.
  • Experience with complex M&E systems is preferred (Excellent experience in  budget preparation and report writing).
  • Fluent in oral and written English.

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