Orbis International is a nonprofit humanitarian organization that works in developing countries to save sight worldwide.  Orbis prevents and treats blindness through hands-on training, public health education, improved access to quality eye care, and partnerships with local health care organizations in an effort to eliminate avoidable blindness.  Orbis International-Ethiopia is a legally registered Country Office of this organization, carrying out the same mission in Ethiopia.

Orbis International-Ethiopia is seeking to recruit qualified a Project Manager – WASH-NTDs Coordination (1 Position) for its comprehensive WASH and NTD project activities that will be implemented in SNNPRS, Sidama and South-West Regions.  The Project Manager reports to the Senior Program Manager.  The main functions consist of, but not limited to the following:

• Manage WASH-NTDs project in targeted zones and woredas of SNNPR, Sidama and Southwest Ethiopia regions.

• Support ONE WASH supported woredas in planning, implementation and monitoring of ONE WASH activities.

• Train community intermediaries and local partners on good governance in the WASH-NTDs field and how to conduct awareness raising aimed at the service seekers.

• Closely works with WASH-NTDs Technical Experts, Field coordinators and ensure project activities and targets are met with the set timelines.

• Develops woreda based WASH-NTDs plan and coordinates delivery of SAFE strategy.

• In consultation and cooperation with the Senior 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.

• Controls the financial utilization of the projects together with the supervisor and the 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 supervisor.

• Participate in regional and zonal health planning and review meetings organized by regional health bureau, zone and, if necessary, at Woreda level

• Prepare quarterly well-prepared case studies and submit to the supervisor and Communication Manager timely.

• 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.

• Closely works with RHB- NTDs and WASH-NTDs team leaders and play a leading role of the coordination at all levels. This will include, planning the meetings, setting the agenda, sharing reports and communicating with relevant stakeholders and partners.

• Ensure the existence of functional WASH-NTDs platforms using the coordination TOR and the woreda toolkit.

• Advocate and disseminate the WASH-NTDs coordination tools and engagement of experts via the online training and using various communication channels.

• Compile WASH-NTDs related information in the relevant regions and share to the head office on a monthly bases or when required.

• Ensures project offices’ employees fulfil compliance requirements and meet Operations Department monthly and periodic reporting like HR status, leave, time sheet and etc.

• Ensure staff movements are based on Operations department security guidance, trip schedules are communicated ahead of the trip and any security incidence are reported to the Operations Director on time. 

• Ensures office utilities and bills are paid in time and properly documented.

• Perform any other related activities as may be assigned to her/him by his/her supervisor.

EMPLOYMENT:  For one year as of employment period with possibility of extension

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATION

• MSC /MPH/ in Environmental Health, public health, hydrogeology, hydraulic and water resource management/engineering and directly related work experience.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• At least five years of demonstrated experience in implementing, managing, and monitoring WASH and health programs.

• Having SBCC experience is advantageous.

• Knowledge in NTD and WHO trachoma SAFE strategy

• Experience in blindness prevention, trachoma, Schistosomiasis, and STH elimination/control activities.

Skills

• Good command of written and spoken English.

• 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. 

• Strong ability to work together with local governments and other local stakeholders like the private sector and financial institutions.

• Excellence, respect, facilitating change, building commitment, collaborating, developing team, communicating with impact, facilitate team success,

• Fluency in English, Amharic and local language of the working area.

• Practical skill in social and Behavior Change Communication especially hygiene and sanitation promotion activities

• Demonstrated experience in integrating gender and diversity issues in promoting environmental health.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and non-returnable copies of their certificates and testimonials of professional work experience and supporting documents via email: Woinshet.Haileyesus@orbis.org or in person at Orbis International-Ethiopia, located in 22 Mazoria – Rebecca Building 3rd Floor Room No. 306

Orbis is an inclusive organization that embraces diversity and equity across all aspects of our work and prioritizes partnership with other diverse and equity-focused entities.

Orbis has a zero tolerance for safeguarding violations.  Protection from all forms of abuse is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct both during and outside work hours.  All staff must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause.

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.

To learn more about Orbis, go to http://www.orbis.org