The responsibility of the Program Director position is to provide overall leadership and coordination for the implementation of FSCE’s operations with quality, cost effectiveness and application of appropriate methodologies through cascading annual performance plan in line with the vision, mission, goals, program principles, standards, approaches and strategic plan of FSCE. She/he establishes and maintains effective working relationships with Donors, key government partners and NGOs working in the same geographic areas.

Job Requirement

Education: MA or BA in Sociology and Social Administration, Social Work, Psychology, Management or related fields.

Experience:  Minimum of 12 years for BA or minimum of 10 years for MA/MBA of relevant experience of working with NGOs preferably with child focused organizations.

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SKILLS

• Proficiency in proposal development, strategic and operational planning, monitoring and evaluation, report writing;
• Proficiency in standard office software package;
• Demonstrated leadership ability to inspire and empower others;
• Conceptual understanding of participatory approach and sustainable development.
• Good interpersonal communication skill and ability to effectively liaise with Donors, government, community leaders and other stakeholders;
• Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, sensitivity to HIV/AIDS, Disability and other sensitive issues.

Duty station: FSCE Head Office based in Addis Ababa

Salary and other benefits: Attractive Salary and benefit package including use of Vehicle with fuel allowance

How to Apply

Applicants have to submit their curriculum vitae and copies of all supporting documents/credentials to FSCE Administration and Finance Department, through post office or to FSCE office located in Addis Ababa:

Postal: Forum on Sustainable Child Empowerment (HQ) P.O box, 9562. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Hand delivery address: FSCE, HQ, Gurdshola, beside Beshale hotel, or next to Ethiopian Athletics Federation, Tel. 011 8333926 / 0118333928

Other information: Closing date is 10 working days after the announcement date. Women applicants are highly encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.