The Regional Project Manager is responsible for the implementation of Operation Sight Project activities in Sidama and SNNP regions. He/she is responsible for developing plans, coordinating all activities of the project, managing resources, and ensuring smooth implementation of the project activities, including regional partnership management. The Regional Project Manager may be responsible for multiple clusters of projects. This position requires extensive field visits throughout the year. He or she works with the Program Manager, Senior Partnerships & Technical Advisor and M&E Team. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under the overall supervision and guidance of Orbis International Ethiopia Program Manager, the Regional Project Manager has the following specific duties and responsibilities:
• Manage Operation Sight accelerated TT backlog clearance project in all project zones and woredas of both Sidama and SNNP regions
• Closely works with field coordinators and respective regional and zonal health offices to ensure project activities and targets are met with the set timelines.
• Develops woreda based TT surgery plan and coordinates delivery of high volume and quality TT surgery.
• In collaboration with multiple field coordinators and partners ensures TT backlog clearance from each targeted woreda (about 62 districts).
• Coordinate mobilization of large number of trained and skilled IECW to conduct outreaches and static TT surgery.  
• Develop and maintain trust and good relationships between Orbis and its partners by working in collaboration with the respective sector institutions, collaborating agencies, volunteer workers and communities in the project area.
• In consultation and cooperation with the Program Manager, project staff and partners, undertake the planning of project activities and budgets, reporting of all expenses and monitoring the implementation of the project
• Manage project resources (human, financial and property) and coordinate, supervise and provide technical support to the project staff for satisfactory and timely implementation of the planned project activities.
• Initiate and maintain in collaboration with local and international organizations involved in the provision of water and sanitation education and services as well as stakeholders involved in eye care activities in the project area
• Facilitate preventive and curative activities for the prevention and control of blinding eye diseases as part of TT surgery initiative.
• Maintain regular contact with supervisors via email, telephones and other available means.
• Report regularly to the Program Manager and participate in the interface with collaborating parties in the implementation of all project activities, including progress made in achieving outputs identified in the plans, as measured by specific indicators and benchmarks.
• Controls the financial utilization of the projects together with the supervisor and the Senior Finance Director.
• Maintain comprehensive records of activities, reports, studies and baseline data of the project area.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports against the planned achievements and submit to the Program Manager.
• Participate in regional and zonal health planning and review meetings organized by regional health bureau, zone and, if necessary, at Woreda level
• Participate in mid-term and final evaluations as well as conference, as requested
• Coordinate with partners the timely and effective distribution of Zithromax and other antibiotic distribution to beneficiaries
• Prepare quarterly well-prepared case studies and submit to the Program Manager and Communication and Program Officer timely.
• Ensure the management of specific project funds and petty cash allocated for local expenses is appropriate and well-coordinated with the Finance Section at the head office;
• Plan and participate in annual planning and periodic monitoring and evaluations of the project, partnership and review meetings and conferences, as required.
• Organize and lead joint supportive supervision and provide technical and managerial support with IECWs, woreda health offices, health facilities and other stakeholders
• Facilitate and involve in baseline studies and research activities in the project area when required
• Ensure adequate records of activities, reports and baseline data of the project area are maintained
• Act as a link between the zones, Woredas, health facilities and Orbis International-Ethiopia.
• Ensures project offices’ employees fulfil compliance requirements and meet Operations Department monthly and periodic reporting like HR status, leave, time sheet and etc.
• Ensures collection of model 19 for all dispatched supplies in time and share to the Operations Department
• Ensures Orbis Ethiopia resources are deployed for the intended purpose and protected from mis appropriations
• Ensures budget utilization of the project offices is in line with the CSOA procedural requirements
• Ensure staff movements from one project office to the other is based on Operations department security guidance and report any security incident a head of the trip
• Ensures vehicle maintenance & servicing is done in line with fleet policy and further guidance of the operations department
• Ensures office utilities and bills are paid in time and keep proper documentations
• Work closely with Operations department to create an environment where Orbis Ethiopia employee’s security and safety is protected all the time
• Perform any other related activities as may be assigned to her/him by his/her supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Program

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

STAFF UNDERSUPERVISION: Field Coordinators, & Finance & Admin Officer

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• MPH with health and health related undergraduate degree
• At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in implementing, managing, and monitoring health programs.
• Experience in blindness prevention, trachoma, and/or preventive ophthalmology is an advantage. 

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Good command of written and spoken English
• Ability to foster an open trusting work environment
• Basic IT skills particularly word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal & written) required
• Able to interact and (manage) people of diverse cultural backgrounds
• Accepts accountability for works planned and promised and respect deadlines
• Supports a customer-centered approach to programs, services, and systems
• Ability to lead a team in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)-based environment

How to Apply

Applicants who fulfill the minimum requirements can send their CV and non-returnable copies of their certificates and testimonials of professional work experience and supporting documents to the following address within 10 days from the date of the vacancy announcement. Only short-listed applicants will be communicated. The applicants are required to write the position title on the subject line for which they are applying.

Orbis International-Ethiopia 22 Mazoria – Rebecca Building 3rd Floor Room No. 306 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia e-mail – Woinshet.Haileyesus@orbis.org To learn more about Orbis, go to the website

Orbis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As a global organization, we welcome qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and cultures who reflect the five Orbis values of Trust, Caring, Commitment, Accountability, and Excellence.

Note: Use " Regional Project Manager" as the subject line of your email!