Ethiopian Catholic Church Social and Development Vacancy

 Ethiopian Catholic Church Social and Development Vacancy Announcement

Overview of the Job

Through a variety of social and development projects, the Ethiopian Catholic Church Social and Development Commission (ECC-SDCO) is dedicated to meeting the different needs of the Ethiopian people. Across several areas, our aim is to promote holistic human development and make sure that our efforts are directed toward those who most need them.

ECC-SDCO operates a comprehensive network that includes 72 sub-branch offices and 13 branch offices, spanning all major cities and regions in Ethiopia. The organization's programs focus on important areas like women's empowerment, migration and internally displaced persons (IDP), community development, health, education, job creation, humanitarian assistance, resilience building, and women's empowerment.

With a variety of NGOs and Civil Society Organizations, ECC-SDCO establishes strategic collaborations, guided by the values of both local and global cooperation. We collaborate to accomplish our common objectives while making sure that our initiatives are efficient, inclusive, and sensitive to the changing needs of Ethiopia's most vulnerable populations.

We are initiating the Integrated Emergency Response for Drought-Affected Agropastoral Communities Project in the Elwaye and Dubuluq Districts of the Borena Zone in the Oromia region of Ethiopia, with support from the German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO) via Caritas Germany. For the following jobs, ECC-SDCO is looking for suitable candidates to help with the project's implementation.

By August 7, 2024, interested and eligible candidates who satisfy the requirements for the jobs and abide by the GFFO and Catholic Church code of conduct are encouraged to send their CVs and non-returnable applications to [eccsdcogffo@gmail.com]. Please make sure that your application letter makes explicit the job title, duty station, and vacancy reference number. Applications received after August 7, 2024, at the latest, will not be taken into consideration.

The Ethiopian Catholic Church Social and Development Commission (ECC-SDCO), as well as its partners Caritas Germany and the German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO), have operational frameworks, compliance requirements, ethical standards, and shared values that applicants should effectively engage with and understand.

Applications from female candidates and those from the Borena districts are highly encouraged by ECC-SDCO.

Important Information

Only those who have been shortlisted will be contacted for evaluations and interviews.

Applicants who made the shortlist could subsequently need to provide further supporting documentation.

No expenses paid by applicants during the recruiting process will be reimbursed or covered by ECC-SDCO.



Summary of Position:


The GFFO-funded humanitarian project in Yabelo will be led and managed by the Project Coordinator, who will make sure that all operations are carried out efficiently and in compliance with donor laws, timetables, and project goals. A capable leader with a wealth of project management, humanitarian work, and stakeholder coordination expertise is needed for this position.

Project Management and Execution:

Create and carry out thorough project work plans with well-defined goals, deadlines, and deliverables.
Supervise all project activities, making sure they are in line with the objectives and donor specifications.
assessments, as well as provide continuous guidance and assistance to improve employees' talents.
Engaging Stakeholders:

Establish and maintain solid connections with recipients, partner organizations, local government representatives, and community leaders.
Arrange seminars and stakeholder gatherings to increase project exposure and get input from the local community.
Observation and Assessment:

To determine the impact and efficacy of a project, develop and execute frameworks for monitoring and evaluation.
Prepare frequent reports that highlight accomplishments, difficulties, and lessons learned for the Program Manager and donor organizations by analyzing project data.
Management of Resources and Budget:

Create and oversee project budgets, making sure that resources are allocated effectively and that financial guidelines are followed.
Keep an eye on spending and make sure that reporting and financial rules are being followed.
Documentation and Reporting:

Provide timely progress updates that include accomplishments, difficulties, and suggestions for both internal and external stakeholders.
Keep thorough records and documentation of all project-related and financial transactions.
Yabelo Field Office location


Answers to: Coordinator for Branch Development

Posts in Number: 01 (one)


Last day to apply: August 7, 2024

Pay: Based on the organization's size

Duration: One year, ending June 30, 2025, however, there may be an extension

Qualifications:

Education: Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, Public Administration, Development Studies, or a similar discipline.
Experience: A minimum of ten years of relevant project management experience, ideally gained in development or humanitarian settings; GFFO-funded project experience is preferred.
Proficiency:

shown proficiency with project management techniques, including familiarity with monitoring and assessment tools.
Outstanding interpersonal and negotiating abilities, with the capacity to interact productively with a variety of parties.
strong leadership qualities, able to inspire and guide others toward shared objectives.
Language: It is necessary to be proficient in both Oromiffa and English.
Observance:

Make ensuring that donor guidelines and organizational standards are followed.

How to Utilize

Candidates who meet the requirements may apply at caritasgermanyethiopia@gmail.com by using this link.