Position Title: Program Coordinator (Re-advertised)

Function: WASH

Department: WASH

Level: C2

Reports to: Program Director, WASH

Based in: Addis Ababa

Duration of contract: Indefinite based on performance and availability of funds.

Remuneration: As per organization pay scale plus other PSI/Ethiopia staff benefits.

Application Deadline: April 3, 2023

Who we are?

We’re Population Services International (PSI), the world’s leading non‐profit social marketing organization. We work to make it easier for people in the developing world to lead healthier lives and plan the families they desire by marketing affordable products and services that range from mosquito nets to contraceptives to HIV testing. We are a $560m enterprise based in Washington, DC, operating in the private and public sectors in more than 65 countries.

Join us!

There are over 9,000 “PSI’ers” around the world. It’s a diverse group of entrepreneurs and professionals with an unusually wide range of backgrounds - from the medical industry to the music business - all with unique skills we bring to the job.

PSI/Ethiopia wants to reimagine healthcare, put the consumer at the center, and whenever possible, bring quality care to the front door.  We achieve health impact in Ethiopia by working with both government and private partners and harvesting technology innovation to bring quality care closer to communities, schools, and homes.   We empower consumers by including them in the design of healthcare solutions, offering them more healthcare choices, and helping them to have a voice in influencing national priorities.  We work with all market actors in the health system to understand their needs, designing and delivering solutions so that market systems can sustainably serve consumers for the long term, helping to support the Government of Ethiopia in achieving Universal Health Coverage. 

We are looking for a dynamic, quick learner, organized, a capable writer, analytical, and creative facilitator Program Coordinator, reporting to Program Director, WASH, who will facilitate program management and coordination needs of the WASH department, including the USAID Transform WASH project. The incumbent will pro-actively support WASH program implementation by coordinating, compiling, timely quality reports, documenting results, liaising with partners and organizing key events.   The Program Coordinator will enthusiastically ensure smooth and timely flow of work.

 Sounds like you? Read on!

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate periodic program reporting and work planning inputs from the PSI team and partner organizations;

• Compile and prepare quarterly and annual reports for submission to donors and GoE;

• Work  across  departments  to  produce  monthly  update  reports,  disseminate  lessons  learned  to implementing partners and the PSI team in the regions; synthesize information (from DHIS2 and other platforms) and package to help the WASH director and head office management prepare for meetings and presentations;

• Follow up with the team to ensure that WASH programs are implemented according to originally set time frames using Asana and Smartsheet as program management tools;

• Coordinate lesson learned from monitoring and evaluation of WASH programs and support sharing of best practices in collaboration with consortium partners;

• Identify, research and develop stories, articles, blogs and news, as requested and coordinated with the communication and partnership advisor, for program knowledge sharing;

• Liaise  with  GoE  partners  (national  and  regional  level)  to  maintain  productive,  positive  working relationships, process agreements and ensure quality reports are submitted on time;

• Plan and execute  key  events:  regular  meetings,  trainings  and  workshops,  documentation  and reporting and to ensure follow up on action points by respective team members.

Job Requirements

Background

• BA in literature, journalism, social sciences, or related field

• 4 years of relevant work experience

What would get us excited?

• Strong computer and written/verbal communication skills.

• Passionate about health and social development.

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Attention to detail and quick learner.

• Excellent English speaking and writing skills.

• Collaborative attitude and ability to get results as a team.

How to Apply

1. Fill out the application form using the following link: Online Application Form. It will only take 5 to 10 minutes.

2. Send your CV and application letter to recruitment@psiet.org clearly mark “Application for Program Coordinator Position” in the subject line.

3. Check your email and make sure you receive an automatic response acknowledging receipt of your application which means your application was successful. If you don’t receive the automatic response, check again your subject line and if needed, re-submit your CV and application letter with the correct subject.

Application deadline is April 3, 2023. We’ll call or e-mail you back if there is a good fit on both sides.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.