Our Profile
People in Need is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanity, freedom, equality and solidarity.
People in Need was established in 1992 by a group of Czech war correspondents, journalists and activists and has grown to become one of the largest non-profit organization in Central and Eastern Europe.
Throughout our 30 years of existence, People in Need continues to engage in humanitarian aid, development cooperation, education and social inclusion.
We have been operating in Ethiopia since 2003, working in four regions; Oromia, SNNP, Sidama and Tigray in different multi sectoral projects in the areas of development and emergency response.
People in Need, from the very start of its operations in Ethiopia, has focused on projects in five main areas of interest: Education, Agriculture, Climate and Environment, Water and Social protection.
We are part of Alliance 2015, (https://www.alliance2015.org/ 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 change to advocacy aimed at influencing the attitudes and policies of politicians and general public opinion and awareness in Europe.
More information at https://www.peopleinneed.net/ or HERE.
PIN currently is seeking energetic, disciplined, responsible Consortium Coordinator
Length of Contract: definite (until November 30, 2027)
Place of Work: – Based in Addis Ababa with frequent travel to PIN’s project sites in different regions as required.
Salary: TBD based on experience
The Consortium Coordinator (CC) is a member of the country program team and is responsible for the overall coordination of the newly secured EC funded consortium project: Empowering Futures for Youth and Women beyond Agriculture implemented by PIN as lead organization in partnership with Ayuda En Accion and DEC (Development Expertise Center) in Tigray, Oromia and Afar Regions of Ethiopia. In coordination with the Head of Development Programs (HoP), Deputy Country Director (DCD), Head of Finance (HoF), Head of MEAL and various technical advisors (Education, MSD, GESI etc), the CC will oversee smooth and quality implementation of all the aspects of the project. CC´s main responsibility lies in overseeing the consortium project, its results, timeliness and overall performance. The CC is also expected to complement the County Office efforts in forging partnerships among consortium partner organizations and relevant counterparts present in Ethiopia, including the federal government (ACSO, ministries, etc.) as well as high-level regional government bodies and officials in Tigray, Afara and Oromia, donor agency(ies), TVET colleges, and private companies to create and coordinate relevant platforms foreseen in the project.
The Consortium Coordinator (CC) will be the Focal Point for all consortium partners, and will take leadership in coordinating and rolling out all aspects of the project including: strategy, implementation and monitoring, compliance with donor´s guidelines and ensuring harmonisation of above mentioned amongst all partners. S/he will review project progress of partners, via follow-up of pre-agreed reporting matrix based on partners´ respective plans. This regular follow ups will allow proper monitoring and timely identification of possible under-achievements, anticipation of risks and timely formulation of mitigation strategies. Additionally, two other monthly coordination meetings, operational and technical, will be held between the Consortium Coordinator and Senior operations and programme staff from all agencies including project stakeholders to discuss challenges and possible solutions in the project.
The Consortium Coordinator will be the key facilitator for coordination-specific outputs, including joint research and development of best practices and advocacy, and will provide external leadership of the consortium – representing partners to the donors, relevant clusters, other partners and key stakeholders. In addition, s/he will support the Head of Programs (HoP) and relevant Project Managers and experts in the design and development of new projects, and in the compilation and review of reports for the EC.
Reporting Relations & Interdependencies with Other Functions
The CC’s line manager is Head of Programs (HOP).
At headquarters (HQ) level, the CC works in cooperation with the HoA Senior Manager, relevant technical advisers from the Knowledge and learning department, and finance coordinator who provide support and methodological guidance in respective fields of donor rules and partnerships. The position reports to HoP as line manager but at CP level will also coordinate closely with the Education Expert, MEAL Expert, Partnerships and Engagement Coordinator, Head of Finance and Deputy Country Director for information specific to the project activities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Coordination
Program Management
Grants Management / Reporting
Financial management
Project Support
Alliance 2015 agenda
Compliance
Accountability and Safeguarding including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH)
General Obligations and Responsibilities
Benefit
Qualifications and requirements:
How to Apply
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