Handicap International/Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity organization that intervenes in poverty and exclusion situations, conflicts, and disasters. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, it acts and speaks out to meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions, and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. More info: www.hi.orgAt Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion, we truly believe in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our organization. This is why we are engaged in a disability policy to encourage the inclusion and integration of people with disabilities.
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JOB CONTEXT:

HI has been operating in Ethiopia since 1986, with the provision of rehabilitation services for refugees in the Somali region. HI extended its activities in 1997 by launching an Explosive Ordnance Risk Education project to support the repatriation of Somali refugees living in Ethiopia. HI also diversified its operations to improve the quality of life for vulnerable persons/people with disabilities and to respond to emergencies.
Over the years, HI has worked in the following areas: Inclusive Education, HIV/AIDS prevention, Livelihoods, Disaster Risk Reduction, Child Protection, Disability Mainstreaming, Gender-Based Violence, Empowerment of DPOs, Food Security, Humanitarian Assistance for people with disabilities and children with disabilities in Refugee camps and IDPs through physical rehabilitation and WASH interventions. Recently, HI has also included MHPSS and Protection-related activities as well as inclusive governance.

YOUR MISSION:

Under the responsibility of the Programme Director, the Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) Specialist contributes to the implementation of Humanity & Inclusion’s mandate and operational strategy in Ethiopia. She/he ensures optimal quality and impact of the AVR projects implemented in the country, through a delegation system with appropriate control mechanisms.

Mission 1. Strategy
•    Contribute to the AVR pillar of HI’s StratOp for Ethiopia,
•    Lead the definition, monitoring, and update of the AVR sectoral strategy for HI Ethiopia and support its dissemination and implementation by the operational teams,
•    Ensure the assessment of needs, risks, and conflict sensitivity about the AVR strategy and operational activities, and make recommendations,
•    Monitor for contextual changes requiring strategic adaptations.

Mission 2. Technical Support
•    Ensures technical support to projects in line with the global technical frameworks and standards in Armed Violence reduction,
•    Ensure technical learning from projects,
•    Ensure the control & monitoring of the technical quality and the relevance of HI’s activities in the programs under AVR activities,
•    Contributes to the Technical Divisions professional channel animation,
•    Oversee the development and update of SOPs, tools, and guidance materials on EORE, VA, community engagement, and synergies with land release (comprehensive approach).

Mission 3. Research, Analysis,s and Learning
•    Conduct regular analysis of project data and external secondary data on AVR needs and interventions in close collaboration with the Chief of Operations, MEAL team, and Project Managers,
•    Contribute to the development of research and innovation projects in Ethiopia, including KABP surveys, needs assessments and impact studies,
•    Suggest and steer technical innovation projects,
•    Identify the priorities of Research and Studies and steer R&S,
•    Contribute to the definition and documentation of lessons learned, case studies, and stories.

Mission 4. Coordination and Representation
•    Contribute to the external prestige and influence of HI’s expertise in the AVR sector in Ethiopia and internationally,
•    Represent the technical expertise of HI throughout the local relevant networks,
•    Contribute to advocacy on specific themes in line with AVR advocacy priorities,
•    Contribute to communication messages locally in line with the global communication priorities,
•    Liaise with national mine action authorities and other line ministries and participate in different forums to advocate for policy change.

Mission 5. Business Development
•    Actively contribute to the technicalities of development of projects in the AVR sector,
•    Ensure the development of major opportunities or new projects in the region under his sectorial scope.

Mission 6. Reporting
•    Review and ensure technical quality of any report ( Donors and ministries) related to AVR,
•    Ensure that lessons learned and best practices in your sector of activities are documented and shared with the technical unit and headquarters.

Mission 7. Permissions and Certification
•    Ensure relevant permissions are obtained by those responsible for AVR activities, including certification/accreditation.

Mission 8. Emergency Preparedness and Response
•    Contribute to the support or implementation of emergency preparedness actions of the program and, during an emergency, adapt her/his working modality to contribute to an effective HI humanitarian response.

Job Requirement

Education and experience
•    Master in Social Science, International Relations, Community Development or relevant field,
•    Minimum of seven years of experience in providing technical support and strategic guidance in minimum two to three pillars of the AVR Programming (EORE/CPP, VA, land release, conflict transformation) and advocacy,
•    Proven experience in strengthening the capacities of National Mine Action authorities or national operators and coordination with Mine Action operators/stakeholders.
Skills and abilities
•    Know the international frameworks for AVR (Humanitarian Mine Action, Risk Education, SALW, Conflict Transformation, Victim Assistance specific efforts),
•    Know how strategic planning for victim assistance, RE, land release works,
•    Solid understanding of the technical issues of AVR, the networks of actors and professionals involved, and the International Mine Action Standards,
•    Personifies and promotes the humanitarian principles and HI’s values and principles to the highest degree.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are required to fill in the application form through THIS LINK

You will be contacted only if selected for a written exam/interview, Phone solicitations will not be accepted.

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting child protection and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position involves working with beneficiaries and is subject to strict safer recruitment checks. The successful candidate will be required to complete a police check and sign a self-declaration form to help us verify your suitability to work with children including checks with past employers.

Humanity & Inclusion is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes women and Persons with Disability.

All employment decisions are made based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. Humanity and Inclusion is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.