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Deputy Project Manager
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarb (GIZ)eit
Natural Science
Agricultural Science
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2021-02-26
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2021-03-06
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Job Description
Deputy Project Manager – Implementation 4T
GIZ-Internal/External Vacancy Announcement #015/2021
ISFM+
The Integrated Soil Fertility Management Project (ISFM+) aims at improving soil productivity and health in 4 Ethiopian highland regions. The project works closely with federal and regional research and development partners.
Position: Deputy Project Manager
Required One
Remuneration: As per the GIZ scale
Application deadline: March 06, 2021
Place of Work: Addis Ababa ( with frequent travel to regions )
- In coordination with the ISFM+ Project Manager ensure the successful implementation of the ISFM+ project and the achievement of ISFM+ objectives and indicators following GIZ-standards, best practices as well as rules and regulations and
- Deputize for the ISFM+ Project Manager in an independent, reliable and compliant manner
- Support the ISFM+ Project Manager in effectively managing the Project in the 4 highland regions (Amhara, Oromia, SNNPR, Tigray)
- Supervise and backstop ISFM+ staff in the regions and at federal level, utilizing GIZ’s leadership tools
- In consultation with the ISFM+ Project Manager and GIZ Regional Managers, guide and support activities of the regional ISFM+ teams and implementation partners
- Effectively liaise with partner institutions, GIZ Green Sector projects and other relevant projects / actors
- Lead and coordinate the preparation of reports, promotional, training materials and other documents, including lessons learned
- Ensure the incorporation of gender aspects in the planning and implementation of ISFM+ activities
- On behalf of the ISFM+ project, support the MoA in the drafting of soil related policy and strategy documents
- Contribute to the development of innovative implementation procedures/protocols and of new project ideas
- Contribute to ISFM+ project M&E activities
- Provide guidance to and closely work with consultants engaging with the ISFM+ project
- In collaboration with other ISFM+ project staff, organize workshops, trainings and meetings
- Contribute to the piloting of the concept of agro-ecology
- Perform other assignments as required
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- MSc in Agronomy, Agriculture or other related fields
Professional experience
- At least 5 years professional experience (on similar position) in the areas of agronomy, soil fertility management, agricultural extension, climate smart agriculture or other relevant topics
- Experience in successfully leading teams of 5 or more staff for at least 2 years
- Experience of working on institutional linkages and collaborations with the Ministry of Agriculture and other institutions at national level is required
Other knowledge, additional competencies
- Excellent English language skills, both written and oral
- Proven ability to produce high quality reports and documents
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications. Knowledge of GIS and Graphic design software is a strong plus
- Strong advisory and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills targeting different audiences
- Experience in working in multi-disciplinary and diverse teams
- Willingness to learn and grow independently and proactively
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under tight schedules
How to Apply
Application procedure:
Interested and qualified candidates shall submit their motivation letter along with their non-returnable recent CV via Ethiojobs or Email: hreth@giz.de
Note: -
Please make sure you mention the Vacancy Number ‘Deputy Project Manager #015/2021’ in the subject line of your email application. Due to large number of applications we categories applications with the vacancy numbers.
Applications without vacancy numbers in subject lines might not be categorized in the appropriate folder and could be disqualified.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
We encourage persons with disabilities to apply for the position. In case of equal qualification, persons with disabilities will be given preference.
Applications from qualified women are encouraged.
“Please refer to our brochure to learn more about GIZ’s attractive benefit package.”
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