Who we are

SOS Children’s Villages Ethiopia is an International Non-governmental organization and a member of SOS Children’s Villages International Federation. We started our humanitarian work in Ethiopia with the opening of our first Village in Mekelle, Northern part of Ethiopia in 1974. Since then, we have expanded our programs to different regions where there are significant needs for intervention and where we believe we can work in partnership with all relevant actors to bring sustainable positive outcomes for children’s and young people.

Today, we have grown significantly to meet the persistent challenges that confront Ethiopian children who have lost parental care and those that 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; we aspire that every child grows up with love, respect and security.

Why we need you?

We are looking for a Project Coordinator who will lead the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the project.

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 Project Coordinator, you will be in charge of the following:

• Carrying out stakeholder analysis, to identify key stakeholders within the selected community 
• Ensuring that the annual planning process is carried out and plans are updated, according to the policies and strategies of the organisation. 
• Coordinating the implementation of project activities, according to the objectives, actions and time frames outlined in the annual plan.
• Guiding and supporting the development of sustainable community responses to the situation of children at risk of losing parental care:
• Formalizing partnerships with community-based partners, developing together with them a memorandum of understanding outlining roles and responsibilities.
• Supporting community-based partners to develop a clear plan for capacity development and provide relevant support towards realization of that plan.
• Supporting the development of strong local networks of relevant stakeholders,
• Guiding and supporting the building of self-reliance in families:
• Guiding and monitoring the implementation of family development planning (FDP) process,
• Ensuring that the projects financial resources are used modestly and efficiently..
• Following professional recruitment processes for new co-workers
• Planning on boarding programmes for new team members to ensure they have a good understanding of the organisation and their role within it.
• Ensuring effective performance management systems are implemented for all co-workers,
•  Establishing mechanism for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the project
• Documenting and sharing good practices and lessons learned with colleagues to support organisational learning.
• Preparing project information as required for public relations and fund development purposes.

Child Safeguarding

• Ensuring that Child Safeguarding measures are in place within their area of managerial responsibility and that staff, associates and other key stakeholders are made aware of these measures and are supported in implementing them
• Ensuring that Child safeguarding is integrated in all management processes including recruitment, on boarding, performance management, team meetings, annual planning processes, field level monitoring, IWP, IDP etc.
• Creating and maintaining a managerial and operational environment where the Child Safeguarding Policy is effectively implemented.
• Fulfilling specific and additional responsibilities in achieving compliance of SOS Children’s Villages Child Protection Policy.
• Ensuring the best interest of the child is applied and considered. 

Job Requirements

Up for the challenge...

Then check out our criteria’s:

The must haves:

• BA Degree /Above in Health ,sociology, Social work or similar discipline.
• 6 years of relevant work experience out of which a minimum of 2 years is in a supervisory position
• Fluency in spoken and written English and local language 
• Rich Experience in project management, planning, monitoring and evaluation.
• Good knowledge and understanding of children’s rights and rights-based approaches in the development of programmes. 
• Awareness and understanding of social development issues including gender, education, health, HIV/AIDS, etc. 
• Understanding of human resource development.
• Experience in budget development.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under high pressure. 
• Positive and professional approach: highly organised, results oriented, using initiative and keeping commitments.
• Computer literacy (MS Office and MS project)
• Experience in community mobilization.
• Knowledge of national policy developments in the area of child welfare and youth development.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge on stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication skill
• Excellent organizational and planning skills

The Pluses:

• Prior INGO experience is advantageous

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."