Who we are

SOS Children’s Villages Ethiopia is an International Non-governmental organization and a member of SOS Children’s Villages International Federation. The organization started its humanitarian work with the opening of its first Village in Mekelle, Northern part of Ethiopia in 1974. The organization has been providing life-saving provisions such as food, water and health services for a very significant number of children devastated by severe drought and the subsequent famine.

Today, we have grown significantly to meet the persistent challenges that confront Ethiopian children who have lost parental care or are at risk of losing their parental care. Working in close collaboration with international donors, local government and community based organizations across seven program locations; SOS Children’s Villages Ethiopia aspires that every child should grows up with love, respect and security.

Why we need you?

We are looking for a Location Program Director that can provide overall leadership for the location in both managerial and programme aspects, and play a key role in influencing quality and effectiveness of programme initiatives. 

What we provide...

An amazing work environment that promotes personal growth through providing professional space to grow and advance your career!!

Your role....

As a Location Program Director, you will be in charge of the following:

Leadership

• Leading and Overviewing the Planning and Budgeting at the location in line with the SOS Children’s Villages strategic direction.
• Participating in the National Association’s strategies for fundraising and resource mobilization in cash and in-kind.
• Ensuring efficient workflow and communication across different programme units.
• Implementing results-based management of programme and ensuring alignment between functions.

Programme development and management  

• Leading the implementation of the National Association’s management cycle including the Programme's planning process as part of NA annual and strategic planning to ensure that interventions are relevant to the local context, respond to the needs of the target group, and contribute to the development of sustainable social support systems. 
• Reports on the Program's activities and progress towards targets to National Director and relevant National
• Ensuring that Child Safeguarding measures are in place across the location

HR management and organizational development  

• Ensuring the effective implementation of the HR Cycle in the programme, following national legal requirements.
• Facilitating the flow of information between National Office staff and their counterparts in the location according to the national annual plan, job descriptions and National Management Team agreed procedures.  

Financial and administrative management  

• Building accountability in the programme by ensuring implementation of simple and effective financial and administrative procedures, in accordance with defined policies, guidelines and standards.
• Overviewing and controlling the budget expenditures of the programme.

Quality management, monitoring and evaluation  

• Overviewing the monitoring and evaluation of programme activities/Quality Assurance.
• Ensures the implementation of national and international quality standards with guidance and monitoring from function staff in the National Office.

Advocacy, Strategic Communication and fund development 

• Establishing partnerships and agreements with state authorities and other organizations with a power of attorney given by the National Director.
• Leading and coordinating cooperation, partnership building, and networking efforts of the CVP with local and national authorities and other external stakeholders.
• Building and managing positive relations with the community and/or local authorities, and developing appropriate partnerships and networks
• Promoting the organization in public and identifying potential income sources in cooperation with the Fund Development & Communications function in the National Office.
• Striving for the highest possible level of programme self-financing with a focus on government subsidies and public funding within the frame of targets agreed during the strategic planning process

Job Requirements

Up for the challenge...

Then check out our criteria’s:

The must haves:

• Master's degree in Sociology, Management, Public Administration and other relevant social science streams;
• 7 years  relevant experience in the field
• Proficiency in English and Amharic Language
• Hands-on computer skills (Word, Excel, Database etc.)
• Demonstrable track record of success with program design, performance management, learning systems and monitoring & evaluation;
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, changing environment, with an emphasis on high-performance, teamwork, accountability and results;
• Experience in prioritizing and sequencing both programmatic and operational activities;
• Ability to build relationships with partners and stakeholders;
• Highly facilitative and collaborative leadership style;
•  Excellent problem solving and analytical skills 
• Exceptional ability to communicate consistently, clearly and effectively with a range of stakeholders;
• Strong set of personal values including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service.

How to Apply

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Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply

"Our selection process is a reflection of our engagement and dedication to acquire talents that promote a safe and enabling environment for children and young people."