About Deborah Foundation

Deborah Foundation, established in 2019, is a registered non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children with Down Syndrome and other intellectual disabilities. Through a focus on Health, Education, and Policy Advocacy, the Foundation promotes inclusion, empowerment, and access to quality services for children and their families.

The advisor will support the organization to:

• Assess and refine the existing organizational structure and governance model.

• Review and update key institutional documents (e.g.,organogram, manuals).

• Recommend documentation systems that promote transparency, operational efficiency, and legal compliance.

• Align internal systems with national regulations and international donor requirements.

• Provide practical tools and templates to support institutional documentation and reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct an in-depth review of the current structure and documentation systems.

• Provide a detailed assessment report with actionable recommendations.

• Revise or develop core documents that define the governance and operational framework of the organization.

• Design and recommend standardized documentation formats, filing systems, and archiving mechanisms.

• Ensure that the organization’s systems meet local legal standards and align with best practices in nonprofit management.

• Submit a final report including recommendations, completed templates, and a roadmap for continued system development.

Salary

• Net salary- 20,000 ETB

Contract Duration: Two months

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in NGO organizational development, governance, and systems documentation.

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit regulatory frameworks and donor compliance standards.

• Demonstrated ability to develop practical documentation tools and governance frameworks.

• Excellent analytical and written communication skills.

• Familiarity with the nonprofit sector in Ethiopia is a strong advantage.

How to Apply

Application Requirements:

Interested candidates should submit the following

• Updated CV

• Cover Letter outlining relevant experience

• Sample of previous related work

• Concept note (2-3 pages) outlining your proposed approach, methodology, and timeline for this assignment

Submit applications via email to: vacancy@deborahfoundation.org (PDF format preferred) with the position title in the subject line.

Application Deadline: July 19, 2025