New NGO Jobs at Mercy Corps Ethiopia

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Program / Department Summary

Mercy Corps has been present in Ethiopia since 2004 working to drive bold and transformative ideas, working closely with government, the private sector and civil society actors to build a more resilient country, ensuring that programs are responsive to and influenced by participants and stakeholders. Our vision is to enhance the resilience of climate and conflict-affected communities through market systems development for improved livelihoods, access to food, and safe and clean water to thrive in the face of crises. Our strategy focuses on the four outcome areas of: 1) Economically marginalized populations have improved and diversified livelihoods, income, and assets; 2) Pastoralists, farmers, and households have access to sustainably produced, safe, nutritious food; 3) Social cohesion and inclusive governance processes are built in crisis-affected communities; and 4) People have equitable, sustained access to clean water and sanitation for domestic and productive use. Currently we operate in the regional states of Afar, Amhara, Gambella, Oromia, Somali, Sidama, Southern Ethiopia, Tigray and Addis Ababa city administration working with a diverse base of donors that includes United States Agency for International Development (USAID), European Union, GAC, Hilton Foundation, United Nations (UN), JOA, Sweden, EKN, and other foundations.

The USAID-funded Highland Resilience Activity (HRA) will contribute to the Productive Safety Net Program (PSNP) 5’s “Big Push” initiative and has the overarching goal of strengthening resilience among vulnerable households in Ethiopia’s Highlands, resulting in 120,000 PSNP households reaching the graduation threshold. HRA will support these households in moving above the graduation threshold and to where they no longer require social safety net programming for household food security and have the capabilities and assets to withstand regular and predictable shocks. The Activity will achieve this goal by directly supporting households in increasing their on-farm, off-farm, and employment incomes while facilitating improvements in the market systems required to increase demand for goods and services in PSNP communities. HRA is a five-year program that started during October 2023.

Finance & Grants Specialist ( Sub Awards And Innovation Fund) – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

The Finance & Grants Specialist (Sub Awards and Innovation Fund) is responsible for managing the programmatic, financial and operational aspects of sub-awards issued under the HRA programs across Mercy Corps Ethiopia. Working with an increasingly wide and diverse set of local and international partners at all levels of public, private and civil society, there is a need to strengthen programmatic and financial support to partners to enable more robust growth and development of sub-grantees. Compliance with the donor regulations and Mercy Corps internal policies and procedures is a critical part of the capacity building process and essential to enable sub-grantees to develop strong systems that will help in the delivery of programmatic interventions. The Finance & Grants Specialist oversees the Sub-award functions . They works under the direction of the Finance Director and works closely with staff from the Operations Team, Finance Team, Program Teams and Monitoring and Evaluation Managers. In addition, the Finance & Grants Specialist will establish strong links to our Global Headquarters through regular consultation with Mercy Corps’ compliance and legal departments in Portland (PDX

Essential Job Responsibilities

Sub Awards Management:

Participate in the development of the overall programmatic strategy and the strategy for the subawards program.
Work closely with consortium-level subrecipient organizations to ensure they are issuing, managing and monitoring subawards in accordance with the HRA subaward manual.
Ensure that Partners are complying with the procedures in approved HRA subawards manual, and that the annexes are being used as applicable.
Update the HRA subawards manual as needed with input from MC HQ, assist COP/CM with requesting USAID approval of any updates
Participate in the design of Request for Applications (RFA) or Application for Solicitation (APS), publication of RFAs/APS, issuing of RFA/APS packages to prospective applicants, manage the administrative process of receiving RFA/APS applicant and providing the applicants to the RFA/APS Review Committee.
Administer competitive RFA/APS processes in accordance with the HRA subawards manual, for each RFA/APS, clearly defined and communicated steps for selecting, negotiating and awarding subawards.
Responsible for the review of RFA/APS applicants’ budgets and budget narratives for completeness, cost realism and compliance with RFA/APS budget requirements.
Responsible for pre-award financial review and other due diligence of apparently successful applicants.
Coordinate selection of subaward agreement type, draft subaward and negotiate subaward agreements with selected subrecipients.
Draft modifications to subawards, as needed.
Develop and conduct subrecipient financial and compliance training workshops;
Review subrecipient financial reports for correctness and completeness and ensure that reports are submitted on time.
Develop subrecipient monitoring plans, conduct financial monitoring of subrecipients and prepare financial monitoring visit reports.
Follow up on all subaward compliance issues and audits and document resolutions.
Create and update/maintain subaward cards and enter subaward expenditure reports in Navigator.
Maintain subaward files in accordance with the Field Finance Manual.
Process subrecipient payments and reconcile subaward financial tracking to general ledger reports.
Responsible for subaward financial close-outs, including ensuring that all requirements of the subaward agreement have been met and that subaward funds have been properly settled.
Provide compliance guidance and consultations to subrecipients on a demand-driven basis.
Assist the program team with assessing subrecipient organizational needs, so that the subaward process strengthens the ability of local NGOs/CSOs to meet world class standards.

Compliance:

Ensure that HRA is executed in alignment with the prime award agreement and the applicable USAID regulations, staying abreast of changes in regulatory environment related to donor/grant compliance; update HRA procedures as necessary.
Identify and communicate compliance risks associated with program implementation. Work with program teams ensure that program activities are designed to be compliant, while facilitating the achievement of the program objectives.
Review HRA procurement and program transactions, contracts and other documents for compliance requirements and ensure these requirements are met.
Prepare prior approval, waiver and other compliance requests to the donor. Assist subrecipients, as needed with subrecipient compliance requests to Mercy Corps.
Prepare and maintain internal and donor compliance-related reports.

Influence & Representation

Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments and other stakeholders.
Communicate effectively to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met.
Interface with the (donor) representatives to convey information about programs as appropriate.
Participate in sharing best practices with NGOs and governmental agencies.
Consistently demonstrate flexibility, resilience and ability to maintain positive relationships and composure, even under difficult circumstances.
Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity.
Demonstrate an awareness of their own strengths and development

Security

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specificallyto our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Accountability

Reports Directly To: Finance Director – HRA

Works Directly With: Finance Department, (with authority for technical financial matters); Operations Department, Program Managers, MCG/MCE HQ Compliance, and others

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

A BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance required; advanced degree preferred.
At least 7 years of relevant field or management experience of complex, multi-dimensional programming including administering small subawards in an international environment.
At least 4 years’ experience in grants management as well as an understanding of USAID,regulations required.
Demonstrated experience and skill with administrating solicitations for subawards, assessing potential subrecipients and the proven ability to oversee a team that is responsible for monitoring subrecipients.
Strong skills and experience working with donors to obtain approvals and waivers as necessary for compliance with donor regulations.
Prior management experience and strong organizational skills.
Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel.
Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational and prioritization skills.
Excellent oral and written English skills required;
Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment.
Previous experience in insecure environments

Success Factors

A successful candidate should have experience and expertise leading gender equality, diversity and social inclusion efforts and translating GEDSI learning into adaptive programming. They should also have a demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively with team members of varied work styles and cultures, follow procedures, and meet deadlines with flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving. They should have a proven ability to learn quickly, multi-task, prioritize, take initiative, and be accountable for results, understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details, problem solving, work within a complex and sensitive setting and to follow laws and security protocols. The most successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

Living /Environmental Conditions:

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with regular travels to the field. This position requires up to 50% of travel by air and road to field offices in relatively secure environments.

Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Fostering a diverse and open workplace is an important part of Mercy Corps’ vision. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment.

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.

We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

“Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity. Qualified female and young candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to empower women and youth.”

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=3626cde0-a61a-4172-8d36-63cd1ecf9ed5

Tigray Region Program Coordinator – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

Under the direction and management support from the Deputy Chief of Party (COP), the HRA Tigray region Program Coordinator is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Tigray region HRA project in targeted woredas of southern and southeastern zones. S/he ensures all project initiatives are implemented to achieve maximum impact as per program and project objectives while remaining on schedule and budget. The HRA Tigray region Program Coordinator directly manages the field-level program team, finance, and operation teams. S/he will work with the implementing partner, the Addis-based HRA team to ensure that HRA project objectives are implemented effectively through each objective. Her/his close working relationships with all technical units ensure program activities are carried out according to the highest standards and remain responsive and appropriate to the local context.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

STRATEGY & VISION

Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions & resources to achieve objectives and contribute to program-level, regional and countrywide strategy development.
Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed.
Develop and organize activities to secure resources for programs and convince stakeholders to provide support.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Monitor and evaluate the program outcomes and impacts using robust MEL systems and tools and ensure alignment with Mercy Corps’ standards and donor requirements.
Manage the program budget and financial resources in a transparent and efficient manner, and report on the program progress and challenges regularly.
Follow Mercy Corps’ Program Management Minimum Standards, Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards in all program activities.
Coordinate and collaborate with the technical and operational support teams to ensure integration and synergy among the program components.
Use CLA principles to inform program strategy, implementation, and learning, and share knowledge with internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in relevant technical working groups, cluster meetings, and coordination forums with other actors in the sector.
Review the program budget and expenditures quarterly with the DCOP and track the budget performance for the region.
Plan and conduct quarterly and annual program review meetings with stakeholders to assess progress, adjust plans, and learn lessons for the region.
Engage with the private sector, government, civil society, and communities as partners in the program implementation.
Visit the field sites regularly to monitor the program activities and provide feedback and support to the field staff.
Manage and supervise the program teams across various locations and ensure high-quality program delivery, compliance, and accountability.
Update the supervisor and key program staff on the program status and issues, identify risks, and propose solutions for mitigation and resolution.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Build effective relationships with relevant program teams based on mutual trust and collaboration.
Assist team members with information, tools, and resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations, and provide constructive feedback informally and formally.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Increased commitment to Gender Equality Diversity and Social inclusion

FINANCE & COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to emergency programming.
Draft and/or review scope of work to hire and manage any technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget.

INFLUENCE & REPRESENTATION

Liaise with regional-level local government officials, local NGOs and civil society organizations, local religious leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure support for and acceptance of Mercy Corps’ programs.
Maintain close working relationships with donors, other humanitarian and development organizations, and local partners, including representing Mercy Corps at local coordination meetings as assigned.
Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility

Team members working on HRA in the Tigray region directly including, Technical Specialists, MEL specialists, finance officer, and logistics officer.

Accountability

Reports Directly To: DCOP

Works Directly With: HRA program team, COP, CLA/MEL Director, MEL manager

Job Requirements

Job Requirement

BA/BSc in a relevant field, or equivalent experience
Master’s degree in any one of the technical or management courses in the program focus areas highly preferred.
At least 6 years in a middle or senior-level management position
Previous experience managing complex project or consortiums an added advantage.
Excellent communicator in English with demonstrated excellent report writing and speaking skills, knowledge of local languages (Tigrigna greatly advantageous.
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and relationship management skills.
Six years’ experience managing teams, strategic planning, and implementing programs.
Proven experience developing effective and diverse teams in dynamic contexts.
Strong organizational and managerial skills.
Experience or working in the Tigray region with strong contextual knowledge of cultures.
Experience effectively initiating and maintaining productive relationships with private, public, civil society, and research sector partners.

Success Factors

A successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively with team members and other stakeholders of varied work styles and cultures, follow procedures, and meet deadlines with flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving. This position requires an ability to think creatively about civic engagement to strengthen inclusive, peaceful, and responsive governance. They will have a proven ability to learn quickly, multi-task, prioritize, take initiative, and be accountable for results, understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details, problem-solve, work within a complex and sensitive setting, and follow laws and security protocols. The most successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments, and prioritize effective written and verbal communication in all situations.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The position is based in Mekelle, Tigray region, Ethiopia and it requires up to 40% travel to support HRA implementation in targeted woredas of southern and southeastern zones, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited.

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient, and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct eLearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

“Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity, and diversity. Qualified female and young candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to empower women and youth.”

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=db808b80-94b2-4a94-ab8e-3c5c6c05d3ca

Program Coordinator – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

Under the direction and management support from the Deputy Chief of Party (COP), the HRA Amhara region Program Coordinator is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Amhara region HRA project including targeted woredas located in North Wollo, South Gonder and Wag Humera zones. They ensure all project initiatives are implemented to achieve maximum impact as per program and project objectives while remaining on schedule and budget. The HRA Amhara region Program Coordinator directly manages the field-level program team, finance, and operation teams. S/he will work with the implementing partner, the Addis-based HRA team to ensure that HRA project objectives are implemented effectively through each objective. Their close working relationships with all technical units ensure program activities are carried out according to the highest standards and remain responsive and appropriate to the local context.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

STRATEGY & VISION

Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions & resources to achieve objectives and contribute to program-level, regional and countrywide strategy development.
Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed.
Develop and organize activities to secure resources for programs and convince stakeholders to provide support.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Follow Mercy Corps’ Program Management Minimum Standards, Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards in all program activities.
Monitor and evaluate the program outcomes and impacts using robust MEL systems and tools and ensure alignment with Mercy Corps’ standards and donor requirements.
Manage the program budget and financial resources in a transparent and efficient manner, and report on the program progress and challenges regularly.
Coordinate and collaborate with the technical and operational support teams to ensure integration and synergy among the program components.
Use CLA principles to inform program strategy, implementation, and learning, and share knowledge with internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in relevant technical working groups, cluster meetings, and coordination forums with other actors in the sector.
Review the program budget and expenditures quarterly with the DCOP and track the budget performance for the region.
Plan and conduct quarterly and annual program review meetings with stakeholders to assess progress, adjust plans, and learn lessons for the region.
Engage with the private sector, government, civil society, and communities as partners in the program implementation.
Visit the field sites regularly to monitor the program activities and provide feedback and support to the field staff.
Manage and supervise the program teams across various locations and ensure high-quality program delivery, compliance, and accountability.
Update the supervisor and key program staff on the program status and issues, identify risks, and propose solutions for mitigation and resolution.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Build effective relationships with relevant program teams based on mutual trust and collaboration.
Assist team members with information, tools, and resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations, and provide constructive feedback informally and formally.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Increased commitment to Gender Equality Diversity and Social inclusion

FINANCE & COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to emergency programming.
Draft and/or review scope of work to hire and manage any technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget.

INFLUENCE & REPRESENTATION

Liaise with regional-level local government officials, local NGOs and civil society organizations, local religious leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure support for and acceptance of Mercy Corps’ programs.
Maintain close working relationships with donors, other humanitarian and development organizations, and local partners, including representing Mercy Corps at local coordination meetings as assigned.
Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Supervisory Responsibility

Team members working on HRA in the Amhara region directly including Technical Specialists, MEL specialists, finance officer, and logistics officer.

Accountability

Reports Directly To: DCOP

Works Directly With: HRA program team, COP, CLA/MEL Director, MEL manager

Job Requirements

Job Requirement

BA/BSc in a relevant field, or equivalent experience
Master’s degree in any one of the technical or management courses in the program focus areas highly preferred.
At least 6 years in a middle or senior-level management position
Previous experience managing complex project or consortiums an added advantage.
Excellent communicator in English with demonstrated excellent report writing and speaking skills, knowledge of local languages (Amharic greatly advantageous.
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and relationship management skills.
Six years’ experience managing teams, strategic planning, and implementing programs.
Proven experience developing effective and diverse teams in dynamic contexts.
Strong organizational and managerial skills.
Experience or working in the Amhara region with strong contextual knowledge of cultures.
Experience effectively initiating and maintaining productive relationships with private, public, civil society, and research sector partners.

Success Factors

A successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively with team members and other stakeholders of varied work styles and cultures, follow procedures, and meet deadlines with flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving. This position requires an ability to think creatively about civic engagement to strengthen inclusive, peaceful, and responsive governance. They will have a proven ability to learn quickly, multi-task, prioritize, take initiative, be accountable for results, understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details, problem-solving, work within a complex and sensitive setting and to follow laws and security protocols. The most successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments, and prioritize effective written and verbal communication in all situations.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The position is based in Woldea, Amhara region, Ethiopia. It requires up to 40% travel to support HRA implementation in targeted woredas located in North Wollo, South Gonder, and Wag Humera zones, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited.

Ongoing Learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct eLearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=ad165597-5d8e-487a-862f-65d821908641

Database/Information Management Manager – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

The program database/information management manager is responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving the program’s database and information systems. The manager ensures the quality, security, and accessibility of the program’s data and information, and supports the program’s monitoring, evaluation, learning, and reporting activities. The manager also provides technical assistance and guidance to the program staff and partners on database and information management issues and best practices. They will work closely with the Program’s MEL Manager and other MEL staff under the direct supervision of the MEL/CLA Director. They will be the focal person for implementing MEL technology solutions for data collection, management, analysis, and visualization. Responsible for setup and oversight of the program’s information database in the Azure Data Ecosystem, as well as data protection, integration, quality, and security checks. Data management system & the development, management, and maintenance of databases.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Strategy & Vision

Design and implement standardized databases, data management procedures and oversee the security and upgrading of the databasesMEL/CLA Director.
Participate in the draft of Program’s MEL Strategy and SOPs for the program;
Carry out analysis of reports especially statistical data and submit to the MEL/CLA Director;
Participate in the designing of baseline, Midterm & End-line survey tools and analysis for the projects;
Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed.
Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions & resources to achieve objectives and contribute to countrywide strategy development.

Program Management

Support the design data collection tools (Mobile/Electronic) and methodology; ensuring timely, consistent and ethical data collection, analysis and safe storage;
Design and maintain all program information system databases, ensuring monthly backup of program files;
Ensure that data received from staff are entered into databases on schedule and with required data quality standards.
Produce ad hoc reports generated from databases according to the needs of program staff;
Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate.
Create systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
Fulfill Mercy Corps’ Program Management Minimum Standards based on the organization-wide guide.
Ensure all interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards.

Finance & Compliance Management

Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to the program.
Draft and/or review scope of work to hire and manage any technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget.

Security

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Partners

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specificallyto our partners and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging participant communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Accountability

Reports Directly To: MEL/CLA Director

Works Directly With: MEL Manager, Data Analytics Manager & MEL team staffs

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

Strong knowledge of spoken and written English & Amharic language;
Degree in Information Management, Software Engineering, Computer science, Information Technology or related field;
Excellent in Data Analytics, Visualization or Business Intelligence (BI) softwares and Cloud computing platforms preferably Power BI or/and Tableau and Microsoft Azure/similar technologies.
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, including data collection, data analysis and visualization, analytical Dashboards.
Experience working in/with Mercy Corps, or other settings with humanitarian/development program preferred;
Experience with digital data collection tools & other data management software such as Ms Excel, Ms Access, CommCare, Ona/ODK/Kobo etc.;
Good interpersonal skills, organizational skills, communication, ability to work with minimum supervision and commitment to teamwork;

Success Factors

The successful Database/Information Management Manager will have strong technical skills & experience in Database, Data Management & Cloud Computing platforms.They will also have proven experience with cross-cultural teams and capacity building, individual staff development, and strong mentoring skills. Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving, and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments, and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

Living /Environmental Conditions:

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with regular travels to the field. This position requires up to 50% of travel by air and road to field offices in relatively secure environments.

Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Fostering a diverse and open workplace is an important part of Mercy Corps’ vision. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment.

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.

We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

“Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity. Qualified female and young candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to empower women and youth.”

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=1b685c49-19cd-4295-a40e-048a76ed5a9c

Accountability & Safeguarding Advisor – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary:

Under the guidance of MEL/ CLA Director, the Accountability and Safeguarding Advisor plays a critical role in Mercy Corps Highland Resilience Activity (HRA) program by providing leadership and strategy in accountability and safeguarding, with a focus on: Community Accountability Reporting Mechanisms (CARM); and Safeguarding (SG). The role provides essential advice to the HRA MEL/ CLA Director and Program Management unit whilst supporting the program team in the design and implementation of CARM and SG approaches that result in the delivery of impactful program that are responsive to community needs. This position plays a key role in ensuring that MC and industry standards for CARM and SG are met, strengthening the quality of the program, promoting learning and building the capacity of team members in these domains.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Community Accountability Reporting Mechanism (CARM)

Lead the participatory development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for each CARM feedback mechanism.
Develop processes to ensure integration of feedback and evidence based learning into program implementation
Facilitate the establishment of the program work plan for the rollout of CARM, including processes, procedures, forms, and budgetary guidance.
Follow-up with programmatic teams to ensure that appropriate CARM feedback is efficiently directed through the correct channels
Develop a yearly work plan identifying priority areas and targets and following up regularly on its implementation.
Comply with and ensure compliance of global data protection and privacy standards while confidentially receiving, following up on, and reporting on CARM feedback received.
Conduct orientation sessions for HRA program staff and field partners and other stakeholders on CARM;
Ensure functioning CARM program Database with features for data visualization.
Support CARM team and Social Accountability Advisors in CARM analytics, strengthening processes for using CARM data for learning and improved programming, and preparing country aggregations and reports.
Carry out quarterly Data Quality Assurance checks on CARM data.
Adapt and diversify CARM IEC based on specific programmatic needs and context.
Expand CARM work to include community engagement and communication, in line with the AAP framework.

Safeguarding

Champion safeguarding policies and accompanying policy guidance support materials and assist in promoting prevention of sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) within the HRA program.
Work with individuals and teams within the program to help ensure the HRA program and operation are integrating Safeguarding measures.
In partnership with relevant teams, identify, map and regularly update local support services available to survivors.Led safeguarding risk assessment for HRA program.
Collaborate with CARM & SG officers and MEL specialists to review partners’ SG self-assessments and develop tailored action plans to enhance capacity and systems
Act as a resource to HRA program senior management as they work to fulfill their responsibilities and obligations under Mercy Corps’ and donor’s Safeguarding policies and response mechanisms.
Work with Mercy Corps country safeguarding Co-Investigators for Safeguarding related inquiries and investigations related to HRA program
Help build trust and confidence in HRA program’ reporting, investigation and follow up systems and foster a climate where team members feel confident and comfortable coming forward with issues
Conduct safeguarding awareness sessions to HRA program teams, partners and other stakeholder

Team Management

Develop the capacity of the team, deepen understanding of their roles and assist with career development.
Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Play an active role in hiring, orienting and leading team members as necessary.

Security

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility

Technical leadership to accountability and safeguarding officers

Accountability

Reports Directly to: HRA MEL/ CLA Director

Works Directly with: HRA Senior leaders (Key personnel and component leads), HRA Accountability and Safeguarding officers, HRA MEL manager and MEL specialists, CLA manager, Country PaQ team.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills

A Bachelor’s degree in related fields is required (this could include economics, law, Sociology,,social work,, international relations, development studies, international humanitarian law, or other) and an advanced degree is a plus.
At least five years of related work experience, preferably with an international or local Non- Governmental Organization (NGO) with at least two years at senior level / supervisor roles;
Proven experience in developing or contributing to accountability frameworks, standard operating procedures (SOPs) for feedback mechanisms;
Experience and/or training in handling sensitive information – Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) training is an advantage, including Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Child Protection knowledge and capacities;
Proven experience in data collection, data-entry, data/information management and analysis;
Fluency in written and oral English and Amharic languages, with additional local languages an advantage.
The ability to work closely in a team, be patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and work in an environment that is often stressful and potentially volatile;
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language challenges. Tact and diplomacy are essential;
Demonstrated knowledge and interest in Safeguarding, and a sensitivity to cultural diversity, equity, inclusion and gender issues.

Success Factors

The successful Accountability and Safeguarding Advisor will possess an exemplary professional standard of ethics as well as the willingness and ability to enforce compliance with Mercy Corps’ internal policies and procedures and external regulations. They will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders on sensitive and confidential matters. They will have the ability to navigate difficult circumstances with a calm demeanor, in an analytical and methodical manner. They will demonstrate the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities if necessary. They will possess a broad understanding of humanitarian and development including Market System programs coupled with the ability to analyze operational data and clearly present conclusions and recommendations.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The Accountability and Safeguarding Advisor will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and is required to travel to the field locations up to 25% of time, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited.

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.

We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

“Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity. Qualified female and young candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to empower women and youth.”

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=a8cdb202-0220-4003-9b93-6b701c681c13

Communications Manager – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

The Communications Manager focusses on Resilience Storytelling and Communication provides a combination of technical leadership over resilience storytelling methods and guidance, management of a pipeline of resilience documentation opportunities, and strategic direct support to programs on resilience-focused learning capture and resilience communications strategy. The Communications Manager works closely with other technical roles in the Country Communications Specialist to link storytelling methods with broader guidance on and methods for resilience-informed program design, measurement, learning and quality implementation. She/he partners with program teams to improve systems for deliberately identifying and communicating participants and communities’ lived experience of resilience dynamics and anecdotes of change in a way that reinforces program learning for adaptation and quality. They also engage deeply to harvest and produce high quality resilience stories and strategic results and learning documentation. This role also enhances knowledge sharing among Mercy Corps’ global network of resilience practitioners.

The Communications Manager will be based in Addis Ababa at the HRA program on a full-time basis and directly reporting to HRA MEL/CLA Lead. S/he works with: Database Information Manager, CLA Lead, MEL Manager, MEL Specialist, Country PaQ team, CARM advisor, communications specialist. The general duties and responsibilities of the Communications Manager are to provide oversight of project-level Communications and Learning activities within the HRA Program, ensuring the quality of the project’s Communications and Learning activities, information management via the programs reporting system and geographic information systems (GIS), where applicable. The Communications Manager’s role is to also oversee and ensure coordination of the various technical areas across the HRA Program, and other relevant Project staff and components. The Communications Manager is responsible for the capacity building and mentoring strategy for program staff on themes related to Communications, Resilience Story Telling, Branding protocols, infographics, graphic design, accountability, reporting and learning.

The successful candidate will be responsible to create a strong communication and work relationship with partner organizations to make sure that both USAID’s and Mercy Corps’ brands are strictly followed and protected. She/he will make sure that all ethical considerations are taken care of including but not limited to use of informed consent form, respect and inclusiveness.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Program Management

Set direction for and steward program approach and methods for resilience storytelling, ensuring they are data-driven and promote community and local practitioner assets, voices and perspectives in line with Mercy Corps’ core values around Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Lead the development of detailed technical guidance, didactic materials and tools to improve the use of resilience storytelling in HRA program.
Develop and manage implementation of a strategic pipeline of high-impact resilience stories, results and learning documentation opportunities, and regularly identify and nurture new opportunities into the pipeline.

Program Quality and Implementation

Partner with program teams to define resilience storytelling objectives, develop tailored systems to collect and produce high-impact resilience stories and integrate systems within broader program learning and adaptive management mechanisms (focus: resilient food security and nexus portfolios in the HRA Program). Provide ongoing mentorship to teams to improve story collection and production.
Collaborate with program technical and MEL/CLA focal points to connect story collection to M&E, Learning, Reflection and Adaptation systems and processes, including by designing and leading facilitated learning sessions.
Lead collection and production of high-quality resilience stories and strategic documentation efforts (e.g., case studies, learning briefs) to capture key resilience results and lessons learned.
Facilitate program teams’ linkage with additional resilience storytelling and documentation resources and consultants and guide/support their production of resilience communication products.
Lead or facilitate the development of communication strategies that support a strategic approach to program communication with an emphasis on highlighting resilience capacities, advocating for resilience programming, and evidencing Mercy Corps approach to resilience
Work with media and communication outlets to facilitate strategic dissemination of resilience stories and documentation.
Design and implement capacity strengthening and facilitation materials for resilience story collection and development, supporting programs’ ability to consistently and effectively communicate their resilience vision with key audiences.
Counsel program teams on recommended strategies to build a foundation for strong resilience storytelling and documentation.
Provide strategic and tactical support to resilience portfolio/backbone programs to enhance quality of their resilience communication and learning components.
Enhance flagship HRA’s strategic communications approach for resilience and support them to develop plans to elevate their stories, evidence and influence externally and internally.

Knowledge Management

Manage HRA’s developing communication and learning plans and systems for engagement, leading implementation of activities, and implementing methods to track overall satisfaction, engagement and quality.
Support implementation of occasional resilience and learning events, including developing operational plans, helping develop content, and facilitating participation in different events.

Internal and External Communications

Provide leadership in updating and implementation of a Mercy Corps Ethiopia and donor Communication Strategy and Plans
Adherence to Mercy Corps and donor branding and marketing standards, maintaining quality across materials, events, and other media.
Oversee the development of publications, materials, and other products from design to writing, editing, branding and distribution
Work with the country PaQ team in the production of quarterly newsletter and donor reports.
Manage special events and relationships that include facilitating government, corporate, donor, and other high level official visits to project sites and head office.
Build the capacity of all relevant team members in communications, including Donor regulations and technical abilities such as photography, videography, developing messages and materials for program activities.
Mercy Corps institutional linkage: directly work with Mercy Corps communication specialist to ensure Mercy Corps Ethiopia communications materials are linked to MC Ethiopia, donor and MC Global communications initiatives.

Information Management, Dissemination, and Feedback

In coordination with technical teams and CLA Lead, put together monthly updates from the region and other reports as required, especially summarizing monthly lessons learned and disseminating these with partners.
Provides weekly updates to CLA Lead in Addis Ababa to share with partners and stakeholders.
Assists technical teams in developing, implementing and analyzing sub-activity evaluations and to alert technical teams of results provided by the online information system.
Organizes feedback sessions and other platforms at regional level with partners, program participants and stakeholders (private and public sectors), and, with the assistance of the team lead and CLA Lead, ensures responses are provided timely.
Collects and documents case studies, success stories and shares with internal and external audiences.
Ensures regular and timely reporting from program staff and implementing partners by monitoring receipts of monthly, quarterly and annual activity progress reports and following up with the project staff and implementing partners on non-reporting basis.

Influence and Compliance Management

Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to humanitarian and Crisis Response programming.
Draft and/or review scope of work to hire and manage any technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget.

Influence and Representation

Identify, build, and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments, and other stakeholders.
Communicate effectively to ensure overall program targets and donor obligations are met.

Security

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient, and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field programs.

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Reports Directly to: DCoP

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

BA/BSc or equivalent, preferable in Communications and Journalism, Foreign Language and Literature, Social Science, International development or MA/S in similar other relevant fields preferred.
8 years of professional experience in a relevant field for international development programs; USAID or another donor, or NGO preferred.
A minimum of 4 years of experience in communications and learning on development and humanitarian response programming.
Experience with Graphic Design, Infographics, or other geographic information systems preferred but not required.
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
High degree of computer literacy; graphic design tools, Excel and Word skills are essential.
Ability to manage and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently on multi-task load.
Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills.
Fluency in written and oral English and Amharic languages. Must be able to read and interpret documents and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively.
Basic graphic design skills and able to perform job specific experience augmented with software skills.
Good photography, videography and editing skills

Success Factors

Excellent communication, facilitation, partnerships and networking skills with a wide range of private, partner and NGO-sector actors.
Business minded, entrepreneurial, adaptive, curious, great problem-solving skills, unafraid to ask questions, and results motivated.
Tolerant and flexible individual able to work in difficult and stressful environments and follow procedures.
Computer proficiency especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other graphic design tools such as illustrator.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The position is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and it requires up to 30% travel to support country programs, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited.

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.

We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

“Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity. Qualified female and young candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to empower women and youth.”

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=f61b4a94-f972-45bb-87a0-4660746bc447

Gender Youth And Social Inclusion (GYSI) Advisor – Highland Resilience Activity )

General Position Summary

The GYSI Advisor will ensure that the social dimensions of Gender, Youth and social inclusions are effectively addressed across all activity components and at all levels throughout the implementation of the HRA Program. Work to ensure vulnerable and marginalized populations are considered in targeting approaches. The GYSI Advisor shall have an in-depth understanding of gender, youth, social inclusion and other locally significant socio-cultural and inclusion factors in the context of resilience programming, and a demonstrated capacity to lead the collection, analysis, and utilization of information from a broad range of sources. They must have proven experience and skill on participatory learning and action, and facilitating collaborative problem-solving. In addition, he/she must have the ability to foster commitment and build capacity among project staff, partners, program stakeholders and other actors to ensure the gender and youth integration, empowerment, and social inclusion issues are addressed at all levels. During the first year of the program, in alignment with Mercy Corps’ best practices and USAID requirements, the GYSI Advisor will ensure gender and youth analysis are conducted to inform and guide program implementation and to ensure that men, women, girls, boys and the youth have equitable opportunities to engage in and benefit from program activities. They will promote innovative initiatives for inclusiveness in conformity with the donor and Mercy Corps’ GEDSI policy.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Strategy & Vision

Organize and conduct the donor-required gender and youth analysis during the first year of the Activity and serve as the lead for any program-related youth or GYSI-related
Work closely with sector leads/program managers in integrating the findings from the analysis into the Activity’s work plan and milestones.
Work to ensure that all HRA staff and partners share an inclusive and gender-transformative vision for implementation
Play a critical role in the design, implementation, and management of the program’s technical strategy and activities.
Identifies GYSI and gender-based violence issues and risks across program components and guides dedicated GYSI activities.
Delivers training and works to strengthen capacity for GESI analysis and activities among HRA staff, local partners, and government stakeholders
Ensure a gender-based violence risk analysis is done and incorporate findings into the program implementation plan.
Develop a GYSI strategy and guiding tools for the program, and oversee the implementation of the strategy in collaboration with the program team and adapt and improve them as needed.
Coordinate closely, work with and support technical leads, managers and partners to promote GYSI integration across all technical areas of the program.
Work closely with the relevant team members to develop strategies for encouraging and promoting the youth and for their meaningful participation and leadership in project activities and community decision making.
Work closely with the M&E team on integrating GYSI within data collection and analysis tools. Also with the M&E team, provide technical backstopping in the collection and use of sex and age-disaggregated statistical data and other research findings for the purpose of analysis and integration of GYSI in program design.
Contribute to any other research conducted in the program to ensure that relevant GYSI aspects are incorporated.
Work closely with the Human Resources team to ensure GYSI accountability is incorporated into the position descriptions of team members.

Capacity Building

Develop targeted GYSI capacity building interventions for program staff.
Support program team in the delivery of training and capacity building on key gender, youth and social inclusion topics to program participants.
Engage on periodic and joint monitoring of field activities; ensure quality delivery of GYSI interventions and coach/mentor staff technically on this.
Document processes and achievements to ensure impact and best practices are captured and disseminated. This will include the continual re-evaluation of program activities and information, with resulting activity adjustments in keeping with new insights.

Influence & Representation

Develop relationships and linkages with organizations implementing other donor-funded programs focused on GYSI.
Participate in other consortium meetings and networkings by representing the program
Conduct regular community consultations to ensure programming remains GYSI sensitive and on-track.
Collect and share learnings and best practices from this program both internally and externally.
Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium members, local governments and other stakeholders including private and civil society organizations.
Communicate effectively to ensure overall program targets and donor obligations are met.

Security

Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.
Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Supervisory Responsibility

Closely work and supervise the Youth Engagement Specialist and region based GYSI specialists

Accountability

Reports Directly To: Deputy Chief of Party

Works Directly With: Country GEDSI Advisor, MEL Manager, MEL/CLA director r and partner organizations,

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience / Qualification and Transferable Skills

MA/Msc or equivalent educational background in a social science discipline such as Development Studies, International Relations, Gender studies, social work or related field.
At least five years’ (7 years + if only undergraduate degree) work experience in gender, youth and social inclusion programming, at least five of which must be based in country programs, implementing gender and social inclusion programming at the community level.
Experience developing and conducting gender analysis, Youth analysis, gender and youth related training, gender/youth/social dynamics mainstreaming and engaging in gender advocacy and influencing works.
Preference for working experience with projects addressing resilience, agriculture, natural resources management, agribusiness, peacebuilding and conflict management.
Demonstrated capacity to lead the collection, analysis and utilization of information from a broad range of sources to ensure effective integration of gender and youth concerns throughout the program’s duration.
In-depth understanding of gender, age and other locally significant socio-cultural factors in the context of food and nutrition security and resilience programming.
Skills in participatory learning and facilitating collaborative problem-solving.
Understanding and knowledge of USAID regulations and program administration, management, and reporting procedures and systems is preferred.
Prior GYSI experience working in the Ethiopian context.
Fluent oral and written English and Amharic language is desirable
Excellent computer skills (especially Microsoft office applications) and ability to use information technology as a tool and resource.

Success Factors

A successful candidate should have experience and expertise leading Gender Youth and Social Inclusion (GYSI) efforts and translating GYSI learning into adaptive programming. They should also have a demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively with team members of varied work styles and cultures, follow procedures, and meet deadlines with flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving. They should have a proven ability to learn quickly, multi-task, prioritize, take initiative, and be accountable for results, understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details, problem solving, work within a complex and sensitive setting and to follow laws and security protocols. The most successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

Living /Environmental Conditions:

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with regular travels to the field. This position requires at least 30 % of travel to field offices in relatively secure environments.

Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in a field posting g. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Ongoing Learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=8d7ee0b5-93d3-4211-96c9-9ca4dd5b1d01

Inclusive Value Chain Development Advisor – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

The Inclusive Value Chain Development Advisor will be responsible for guiding analysis and activities to increase participation of PSNP households in crop, livestock, and non-agricultural value chains and develop income-generating opportunities for PSNP farmers and entrepreneurs across the implementation regions. The advisor will also facilitate market linkages, partnerships, and wage employment opportunities for PSNP households in collaboration with region based staff, private sector partners and across regional, zonal and woreda level government institutions. different government structures GoE. The inclusive Value chain Advisor reports to the Market Systems Specialist/Team Lead. To ensure coordination and integration with the major pillars of the program, the advisor will be closely working with team members under the livelihoods and the financial services pillar.

The Advisor will identify and guide opportunities and constraints across value chains/market systems across all regions and link those back to strengthening resilience among vulnerable households . S/he must familiarize themselves and project partners in the cluster with the Concept Note (CN) activity development, approval and reporting processes, and ensure CNs originated by project partners in the cluster are efficiently supported and approved by the Addis-based Advisory team.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Technical Leadership and Program implementation

Develops own deep understanding of value chain development and market systems strengthening facilitation including coaching, relationship building, communicating, entrepreneurial/business understanding and innovating;
Facilitate a clear pathway for inclusive agricultural and non-agricultural value chain development through identifying opportunities and constraints of the PSNP households with a primary focus on women and youth across the six target regions.
Participate in the planning, implementing and overseeing of of the market system/Value chain pillar focused on livestock, crop production and non-agricultural sectors/systems to ensure that staff and partners are following work plans, planned activities are implementing as scheduled and the deliverables are meeting required quantity and quality standards;
Provide technical advice, facilitation supports for livestock, crop production and non-agricultural value chains/markets activities for program participants and partners in the program target areas;
Lead and Coordinate assessments and analysis in the target regions across diverse market system function to understand constraints and identify opportunities across various private and public actors;
Becomes intimately familiar with all aspects of the relevant value chain/market systems the project is targeting including key actors (Producers, retailers, aggregators, traders training providers/TVETs, information service providers, warehouses, transporters, financial service providers, employment service providers, intermediary and terminal markets); governance frameworks (formal and informal); and all support markets and functions;
Strengthens private sector development in the regions and beyond by bringing new ideas and initiatives among the team and overall project and country program;
Facilitate Market Information Systems for business linkages to link market actors to opportunities;
Work closely access the HRA team and consortium members for creation of better coordination and harmonization of technical activities and strategies planned to improve value chain/market system activities in the local and export markets to contribute to the development of enhancing resilience;
Develops key monitoring and measuring indicators, milestones and plans in close collaboration with supervisor and M&E team, and solely responsible for monitoring and reporting all output, outcome and impact indicators for respective market system(s);
Conducts her/himself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission;

Strategy and Vision

Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed.
Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions & resources to achieve objectives and contribute to country-wide strategy development.
Develop and organize activities to secure resources for programs and convince stakeholders to provide support.

Teamwork/Management

Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary.
Provide training, oversight and support to local staff in relevant technical or organizational area
Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives
Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

Finance & Compliance Management

Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations
Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
Provide regular report on program activities as required by the program
Draft and/or review scope of work to hire and manage any technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget.

Representation

Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments and other stakeholders
Develop fruitful relationships with private sector actors engaged in the value chain/market systems
Maintain good working relationships with donors, other humanitarian and development organizations and local partners including representing Mercy Corps at local coordination meetings if assigned
Communicate effectively to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met.
Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its development and humanitarian mission

Security

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning: As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve – we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Market Systems/Value Chain Specialist/Team Lead

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: CoP, DCoP, Implementation Team Lead, Livelihoods specialist/Team Lead, Financial Services Specialist/Team Lead, MEL/CLA Director, On farm Enterprises advisor, Business Development advisor, Private investment advisor, Gender, youth and social inclusion advisor, Field Level Technical specialists

Job Requirements

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

BA/BSc in Agricultural Science, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Business Administration, Marketing and/or related field. MA/MSc preferred
5 years’ work experience with for profit, Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) or profit agribusiness working with vulnerable, marginalized and pastoralists/agro-pastoralist groups.
3+ years’ proven experience in innovative value chain development or business models using best practices
Expertise/Experience across the highland areas of Ethiopia, research, extension, market facilitation, value chain development and natural resource management.
Experience in commercial crop, livestock, non-agricultural value chain development
Strong written and oral communication skills in English, including report development, writing, and editing.
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues.
Experience in the private sector is strongly preferred.
Knowledge and experience in implementing donor funded development activities desired.

Success Factors

A successful candidate should have experience and expertise leading, coordinating and adaptively managing Value chain and market system development activity both in the agriculture and non-agriculture sector taking into adaptive programming. they should also have a demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively with team members of varied work styles and cultures, follow procedures, and meet deadlines with flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving. S/he should have a proven ability to learn quickly, multi-task, prioritize, take initiative, and be accountable for results, understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details, problem solving, work within a complex and sensitive setting and to follow laws and security protocols. The most successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

Living /Environmental Conditions:

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with regular travels to the field. This position requires up to 50% of travel by air and road to field offices in relatively secure environments.

Ongoing Learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=c1765219-6f9f-44f4-8225-ac7676490758

MEL/CLA Director – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

The MEL/CLA director of HRA leads the development and implementation of the project’s collaboration, learning, and adapting (CLA) and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) approaches and systems, with a focus on measuring resilience, systemic change, and resilience learning. The director contributes to the project strategy, provides technical assistance, and develops effective mechanisms for learning. The director works across the project teams and partners to measure and document the resilience building efforts and their impact, and leads the resilience learning agenda. The director also coordinates with the chief of party and the CLA team to develop, maintain, and improve the project-wide CLA and MEL systems that support adaptive management, continuous improvement, and learning. The director also implements an internal CLA capacity building strategy that trains and mentors staff and promotes a culture of learning

Essential Job Responsibilities

TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP

Provide leadership, training and mentoring in the development of a CLA Strategy, CLA tools, M&E systems, survey design, methodology, data analysis, and other skills required for assessing the impact of the program, and in particular of resilience building efforts within the program.
Lead the program resilience learning agenda and technical contributions to resilience measurement
Lead external evaluators on the design and roll out of the program baseline and evaluations, while setting up effective systems for learning.
Ensures programs use the necessary CLA systems and tools, to inform and improve each individual program, as well as feed into the broader country-level CLA system and country strategy.
Provide leadership and support to the MEL Manager in the set-up of the MEL system, including all tools and data collection processes for program activities. Develop and review frequently the Project’s MEL Plan including Data Management Plan.
Oversee the implementation of the MEL System including rollout of TolaData, automated Institutional Performance Systems (IPTS) and Concept Note Management System (CNMS) and the periodic reflection and analysis of program monitoring data to disseminate learning.
Update and manage HRA Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation system providing the program leadership and teams real time information that can steer program implementation and maximize team’s ability to analyze and represent impact to donor, government, colleague agencies, and communities themselves.
Provide leadership and training to ensure HRA meets Mercy Corps minimum standards, use necessary PM@MC systems and tools to inform and improve HRA quality and performance.
Take the lead on aligning, collecting and reporting on relevant resilience measurement and CLA indicators to the organizational-wide M&E systems, and other external systems as relevant.
Support teams in collecting sex and age disaggregated data and using gender sensitive data collection methods in order to understand and respond to program results with diverse participants.
Participates in the facilitation of country and sector-level strategic planning sessions.
Support HRA programs comply with Gender Equality, Diversity and Social inclusion (GEDSI) and Community Accountability Reporting Mechanism (CARM) policy and standards including training the program staff and facilitating data driven reflection meetings.
Support teams to capture success stories, learning briefs, lessons learned during program implementation, and feed this information into thought leadership and research opportunities and into ongoing program management and program design.

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

Provides guidance, recommendations, and leadership to ensure that the MEL systems meet the data, evidence, and learning needs of the program, including the sharing of information internally and externally, and help address shortfalls in MER, CLA, and data management that affect program implementation.
Ensures HRA adheres to Mercy Corps’ MEL Policy, including the use of TolaData, adherence to Mercy Corps’ Program Record Retention Policy and Responsible Data Policy, and regular Data Quality Assessments (DQAs).
Develop program and operational reporting templates that facilitate the acquisition, aggregation and flow of information and learning within the program as well as externally.
Maintain a comprehensive reporting and accountability schedule as well as review program reports to ensure that reports contain accurate, clear, and high-quality data and presented in the proper format.

MANAGEMENT, CAPACITY BUILDING AND MENTORING

Oversee the HRA MEL & CLA team, Partners MEL and CLA team and sub-contractors, like external evaluators and enumerators.
Build the capacity of all relevant program and partner team members to develop and maintain an excellent MEL system and CLA practice, including regular reflection and analysis of program quantitative and qualitative data.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL COORDINATION AND REPRESENTATION

Active contributor and collaborator with regional and global counterparts to promote the use of MEL best practices and lessons learned.
Strengthen linkages with other internal resources, including the Digital Library, Hub, and Workplace, to enhance organizational learning where relevant to MEL.
Present program M&E, research, and learning to external stakeholders and the program team in a way that influences decision-makers and promotes adaptations from learning.

ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve – we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

ACCOUNTABILITY TO BENEFICIARIES

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility: MEL Manager, Communications Manager, Economic Inclusion MEL specialist, Safeguarding and Accountability Advisor & CLA team members

Accountability

Reports Directly To: Deputy Chief of Party
Works Directly With: MEL/CLA Team, COPs, team leaders, Technical Advisors, field teams, consortium partners, local government, USAID and other stakeholders.

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

BA/S degree in development studies, research methods, statistics, economics, social sciences, monitoring and evaluation, project management or other relevant field required. Postgraduate degree preferred.
5 years of managing MEL work at a program or country level, including supervising staff. Proven use of program technology in an MEL function required.
Experience with CLA approaches and promoting a culture of CLA including a track record in strategic systems, and holistic thinking, managing resistance to change, and understanding of organizational culture, learning, and change management.
Proven experience with systems thinking or systems approaches to programming
Proven experience developing iterative learning systems or ‘feedback loops’ within development programs or organizational learning contexts
Knowledge of resilience in development programs a plus
Excellent computer skills (especially Microsoft office applications) and ability to use information technology as a tool and resource
Demonstrated experience in training and capacity building across diverse teams and partners
Strong writing, editing, public speaking skill and good leadership skills
Ability to summarize and simplify complex information and communicate it to the targeted groups
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Experience of working on USAID programs preferred
Previous experience living and working in challenging or insecure environments;
Strong command of English verbal and written skills
Knowledge of local dialects is preferred.

Success Factors

A successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively with team members and other stakeholders of varied work styles and cultures, follow procedures and meet deadlines with flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving. This position requires an ability to think creatively about civic engagement to strengthen inclusive, peaceful, and responsive governance. They will have a proven ability to learn quickly, multi-task, prioritize, take initiative, and be accountable for results, understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details, problem solving, work within a complex and sensitive setting and to follow laws and security protocols. The most successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The position is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and it requires up to 30% travel to support country programs, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited.

Ongoing Learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=e5659c70-a5ae-4095-9560-425d1b6b5f72

MEL Manager – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Manager is pivotal to the implementation of the HRA MEL approaches, with a specific focus on resilience measurement and resilience learning. The Senior MEL Manager will work across component teams and with partners to ensure resilience building efforts and their impact are effectively measured as well as support the resilience learning agenda. In coordination with the CLA/MEL director, They will be responsible for developing, coordinating, maintaining, and constantly improving the program wide CLA and M&E systems using relevant knowledge and evidence to guide program strategy, support adaptive management and continuous improvement, and advance learning as well as implementing an internal CLA capacity building strategy that trains and mentors staff and promotes a culture of learning.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Strategy & Design

Provide strategic leadership to field MEL/CLA team in developing individual program level CLA strategies that promotes learning, and improve program quality and performance, as well as feed into the broader HRA CLA/M&E system and approaches, in close coordination with regional program coordinators and sector specialists.
Contribute to implementation of the strategic CLA vision and detailed implementation plan for the HRA Activity, with an emphasis on user-centered approaches for engaging with and building buy-in among key program stakeholders on resilience measurement and learning.
Designing and providing leadership on activities for building data literacy skills important for interpreting and acting on intervention and overall program-level data
Contributing to the development of decision support tools and analytical products to integrate evidence into program design, monitoring, evaluation, and management
Collaborate with the CLA Lead and technical component leads to refine the program Theory of Change based on learning from literature review and ongoing program assessments.
The MEL Manager will play a strategic role in resilience monitoring and documentation – such as Market Systems Resilience (MSR) impacts, tracking and documenting crowding-in of market systems actors, annual Recurrent Monitoring Survey (RMS)/participants-based survey, annual sector focused analyses, intervention learning briefs, quantifying resilience storytelling (scale, and depth), quantifying the program integration approach Qualitative monitoring to supplement the routine monitoring data reporting.
Collaborate with technical leads across the program and build processes for regular feedback loops to ensure integrated program delivery and adaptive management.

Technical Support

Implement CLA/M&E systems with utility and program quality in mind, providing program team real time information that can steer program implementation as well as informing regional level stakeholders and strategic program direction and that helps strategize future program interventions.
Build the capacity of all relevant team members to develop and maintain an excellent M&E system, including training on TolaData (digital tool developed by MC) and CommCare (ODK-based mobile data collection tool) and the periodic reflection and analysis of program monitoring data to disseminate learning
Update and implement the Activity Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Plan (A-MELP) inclusive of IPTT with indicators, pivot log, measurement details and annual targets.
Update indicator performance tracking in Mercy Corps’ TolaData platform and submitting annual indicator data on USAID DIS system.
Facilitating learning events and bilateral sessions with key program stakeholders (particularly at regional level) using evidence to draw insights on and estimate individual contribution to collective resilience outcomes
Manage the Learning and Research Plan to track and document evidence around critical learning questions and coordinate learning activities toward answering them.
Work with CLA Lead and Technical component Leads to track learning questions emerging from assessments and other learning activities
Support with quality documentation through comprehensive quality writing, and synthesizing evidence to generate knowledge and learning products
Work with the CLA Lead to support on all program reporting needs including, consolidating program data for the automated IPTS system, reviewing, and writing quarterly and annual reports

Team Management

Develop the capacity of the team, deepen understanding of their roles and assist with career development.
Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Play an active role in hiring, orienting and leading team members as necessary.

Security

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility

Program MEL Specialists

Reports Directly To: MEL/CLA DIRECTOR

Works Directly With: MEL/CLA Team, COPs, DCOP, team leaders, Technical Advisors, field teams, consortium partners, local government, USAID and other stakeholders.

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

BA/S degree in development studies, research methods, statistics, economics, social sciences, project management or other relevant field required
Five (5) years of active work experience in emergency and development programming required with the proven use of program technology
Experience with theoretical and practical background in M&E and skilled in participatory qualitative and quantitative M&E methodologies and techniques preferred
Experience with data management including the ability to structure and collate data sets for ease of analysis preferred
Proven experience with systems thinking or systems approaches to programming
Proven experience developing iterative learning systems or ‘feedback loops’ within development programs or organizational learning contexts
Knowledge of resilience in development programs a plus
Excellent computer skills (especially Microsoft office applications) and ability to use information technology as a tool and resource
Demonstrated experience in training and capacity building across diverse teams and partners
Excellent project management, time management, and organizational skills. Multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressure
Strong writing, editing, public speaking skill and good leadership skills
Ability to summarize and simplify complex information and communicate it to the targeted groups
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Experience of working on USAID programs preferred.
Previous experience living and working in challenging or insecure
Strong command of English verbal and written skills
Knowledge of local dialects is preferred.

Success Factors

The ideal candidate will work as an integral part of the CLA/M&E technical assistance team to ensure that all CLA technical support to program for adaptive learning is properly integrated throughout the course of program implementation. They will be a self-starter who can work independently or in a team setting, take initiative in tasks and self-learning, and be proactive in communication while forging productive relationships with colleagues throughout the agency. They must have a deep interest in Mercy Corps’ programs and a commitment to the goals of the organization. They needs to be able to prioritize, multi-task and organize many urgent tasks, often under intense deadline pressure. S/he will demonstrate creativity and flexibility, as well as a proven ability to learn quickly and be accountable for results. Even temperament and a good sense of humor appreciated.

Living /Environmental Conditions:

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with regular travels to the field. This position requires up to 50% of travel by air and road to field offices in relatively secure environments.

Ongoing Learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=d43081c2-9a63-4bb2-b259-aa5a4b584edc

On-Farm Enterprise Advisor – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

Reporting to the Livelihoods specialist/team lead, the On-farm enterprise Advisor is a technical position for Mercy Corps with a technical guidance for a field level specialists and local NGO partners to enhance productivity and sales of climate-resilient, nutrition-sensitive crops and livestock, including through support for cooperatives and aggregation models. Guides activities to promote the use of improved and contextually appropriate inputs, technology, and information services. Strengthens capacity of local partner staff that support PSNP on-farm enterprises. Technical responsibilities of the advisor also include conducting market system assessment, on farm enterprises capacity assessment, providing technical guidance for the field level specialists, capacity building support to program targeted agribusinesses, including technical advice, mentorship and coaching; and facilitating linkages to support services for improved coverage and outreach. The On-farm enterprise Advisor will closely work with inclusive value chain advisor, GYSI advisor and financial service advisor at the head office level and closely coordinate with the field level technical team.

Essential Job Responsibilities

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Work closely with the Livelihoods specialist/team lead and all other teams in designing and implementing business capacity building interventions of on farm enterprises of the program according to the approved work plan and budgets, project documents and implementation strategies.
Provide technical leadership for design and implementation of activities using a market systems development approach
Identify and manage partnerships that contribute both to sustainable and inclusive growth of agricultural private sector partners and to anticipated project results.
With supervision and guidance from the livelihood specialist/team leader, conduct assessments, design projects, and lead strategy development.
Supports the expansion of the high potential markets for Agriculture in target areas that could enhance the livelihood of PSNP households
Identify the capacity gaps of small and medium on farm businesses working with the program design and implement feasible capacity building activities based on identified gaps.
Lead the field level technical teams to execute quality activities, track results, update any changes in capacities, constraints, and incentives in the agricultural market system
Build the capacity of project staff, partners, and stakeholders to foster agricultural market system upgrading that positively contributes to the livelihood of PSNP households.
Conduct due diligence on potential partners and support the negotiation process, as requested, in finalizing teaming and partnership agreements.
Provide continuous capacity support and oversee activities of on farm enterprises identified for capacity building support.
Work closely with all other program teams to ensure synergies and to maximize program impact.
Work closely with the monitoring, evaluation and learning and communication teams in setting baseline indexes of targeted businesses and track progress against set business capacity performance parameters.
Actively participate in regular program planning, review and reflection meetings and sessions.
Build field team capacity in the areas of market systems development, agribusiness, business mentorship and coaching.
Prepare periodic work plans and progress reports.
Prepare accurate and timely reports and other project documentation and communication that contribute to a learning environment.
Coordinate with other Mercy Corps programs and local government bodies to ensure coherent program implementation and to capitalize on business opportunities in Mercy Corps’ target communities.
Conduct herself/himself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its mission.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Train and mentor teams with all aspects of agriculture market systems the project is targeting including key actors; governance frameworks (formal and informal); and all support markets and functions.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations, and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
participate in recruitment and orientation of new team members as necessary.
Provide team members with information, tools, and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem-solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING (MEL)

Contribute for development and revision of the MEL system linked to On-farm related indicators, and information management, in close coordination with the MEL team.
Coordinate data gathering and management with all field-based program staff
Oversee scheduling and production of formal and informal reports on all aspects of the program, with a high level of quality, requiring minimal revision.
Ensure coordination and sharing of information with the program team and stakeholders.
As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities. Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that other staff are able to engage in this organizational learning and career development opportunities.

PROGRAM SUPPORT OPERATIONS

Coordinate and support finance, operations and administrative staff to ensure operational systems are in place to support field activities, including logistics (transport, warehousing and asset management), procurement, security, administration and human resources.

Supervisory Responsibility

The On-farm enterprise advisor will technically supervise and guide field level livelihood specialists of the program

Reports Directly to: HRA Livelihood specialist/team lead

Works Directly with: HRA program team, HRA consortium partners, MEL team, Finance team, Operations team, private sector partners, and government stakeholders.

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor’s degree (Masters degree preferable) in one of the following subjects: , Economics, Plant Science, Animal Science, Rural Development and agricultural extension and, Agricultural Economics;
Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in managing and implementing agricultural value chain development interventions/programs
Proven experience in applying market-based approaches to increase agricultural productivity including collaborating with private sector national and international actors to achieve sustainable and scalable solutions for hard-to-reach communities (preferably experience in working with PSNP program).
Deep understanding of PSNP program and the interplay between key agricultural market actors like financial service providers (MFI, Banks, and insurers), input suppliers, producers, traders, intermediary and terminal markets, governance frameworks (formal and informal); and all support markets and functions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Excellent computer skills, specifically in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Excellent teamwork abilities and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills as well as familiarity with the agriculture sector is required.
Demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to learn and to be continually adaptive within a dynamic and often self-directed working environment.
Ability to focus on day-to-day tasks at hand while also working towards longer-term objectives with an understanding that these will change continuously.
A dynamic, “outside-the-box” attitude is required, with proven ability to think and act creatively in challenging environments.
Willingness to spend much time in the field and work closely with field team members, local patterns and program target groups.

Success Factors

The successful candidate possesses excellent leadership skills, with the ability to maintain a broad perspective. They will undertake innovative and creative approaches, be agile in the conceptualization of new program ideas, and will be well versed in strategic thinking and planning – including openness to test new ways to work with private sector actors in the PSNP context. The ideal candidate has a strong curiosity for understanding and working effectively within the complex cultural, political, security and social environment of Ethiopia. The ideal candidate also is an excellent communicator, multi-tasker, and able to work in ambiguous situations. Candidate will be a tolerant and flexible individual able to work in difficult and stressful environments and follow procedures. The successful candidate will be focused on team building and capacity building of field team-members and local partners; be a strategic thinker, have strong skills in design monitoring and evaluation of development programs and maintain a sense of humor.

Living /Environmental Conditions:

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with regular travels to the field. This position requires up to 50% of travel by air and road to field offices in relatively secure environments.

Ongoing Learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=8694a697-74f6-4ee9-a190-82d22b90a0a3

On-Farm Enterprise Advisor – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

Essential Job Responsibilities

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Work closely with the Livelihoods specialist/team lead and all other teams in designing and implementing business capacity building interventions of on farm enterprises of the program according to the approved work plan and budgets, project documents and implementation strategies.
Provide technical leadership for design and implementation of activities using a market systems development approach
Identify and manage partnerships that contribute both to sustainable and inclusive growth of agricultural private sector partners and to anticipated project results.
With supervision and guidance from the livelihood specialist/team leader, conduct assessments, design projects, and lead strategy development.
Supports the expansion of the high potential markets for Agriculture in target areas that could enhance the livelihood of PSNP households
Identify the capacity gaps of small and medium on farm businesses working with the program design and implement feasible capacity building activities based on identified gaps.
Lead the field level technical teams to execute quality activities, track results, update any changes in capacities, constraints, and incentives in the agricultural market system
Build the capacity of project staff, partners, and stakeholders to foster agricultural market system upgrading that positively contributes to the livelihood of PSNP households.
Conduct due diligence on potential partners and support the negotiation process, as requested, in finalizing teaming and partnership agreements.
Provide continuous capacity support and oversee activities of on farm enterprises identified for capacity building support.
Work closely with all other program teams to ensure synergies and to maximize program impact.
Work closely with the monitoring, evaluation and learning and communication teams in setting baseline indexes of targeted businesses and track progress against set business capacity performance parameters.
Actively participate in regular program planning, review and reflection meetings and sessions.
Build field team capacity in the areas of market systems development, agribusiness, business mentorship and coaching.
Prepare periodic work plans and progress reports.
Prepare accurate and timely reports and other project documentation and communication that contribute to a learning environment.
Coordinate with other Mercy Corps programs and local government bodies to ensure coherent program implementation and to capitalize on business opportunities in Mercy Corps’ target communities.
Conduct herself/himself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its mission.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Train and mentor teams with all aspects of agriculture market systems the project is targeting including key actors; governance frameworks (formal and informal); and all support markets and functions.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations, and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
participate in recruitment and orientation of new team members as necessary.
Provide team members with information, tools, and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem-solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING (MEL)

Contribute for development and revision of the MEL system linked to On-farm related indicators, and information management, in close coordination with the MEL team.
Coordinate data gathering and management with all field-based program staff
Oversee scheduling and production of formal and informal reports on all aspects of the program, with a high level of quality, requiring minimal revision.
Ensure coordination and sharing of information with the program team and stakeholders.
As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities. Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that other staff are able to engage in this organizational learning and career development opportunities.

PROGRAM SUPPORT OPERATIONS

Coordinate and support finance, operations and administrative staff to ensure operational systems are in place to support field activities, including logistics (transport, warehousing and asset management), procurement, security, administration and human resources.

Supervisory Responsibility

The On-farm enterprise advisor will technically supervise and guide field level livelihood specialists of the program

Reports Directly to: HRA Livelihood specialist/team lead

Works Directly with: HRA program team, HRA consortium partners, MEL team, Finance team, Operations team, private sector partners, and government stakeholders.

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor’s degree (Masters degree preferable) in one of the following subjects: , Economics, Plant Science, Animal Science, Rural Development and agricultural extension and, Agricultural Economics;
Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in managing and implementing agricultural value chain development interventions/programs
Proven experience in applying market-based approaches to increase agricultural productivity including collaborating with private sector national and international actors to achieve sustainable and scalable solutions for hard-to-reach communities (preferably experience in working with PSNP program).
Deep understanding of PSNP program and the interplay between key agricultural market actors like financial service providers (MFI, Banks, and insurers), input suppliers, producers, traders, intermediary and terminal markets, governance frameworks (formal and informal); and all support markets and functions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Excellent computer skills, specifically in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Excellent teamwork abilities and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills as well as familiarity with the agriculture sector is required.
Demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to learn and to be continually adaptive within a dynamic and often self-directed working environment.
Ability to focus on day-to-day tasks at hand while also working towards longer-term objectives with an understanding that these will change continuously.
A dynamic, “outside-the-box” attitude is required, with proven ability to think and act creatively in challenging environments.
Willingness to spend much time in the field and work closely with field team members, local patterns and program target groups.

Success Factors

Living /Environmental Conditions:

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with regular travels to the field. This position requires up to 50% of travel by air and road to field offices in relatively secure environments.

Ongoing Learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=8694a697-74f6-4ee9-a190-82d22b90a0a3

Program Management officer – Highland Resilience Activity

General Position Summary

As the Program Management Officer, they will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Chief of Party and the Project Management Unit. Their primary duties will include coordinating leadership meetings, facilitating team communications, and organizing program events that require collaboration with multiple teams. S/he will work closely with the CoP to ensure that the program runs smoothly and efficiently.

Their main responsibilities will also include maintaining accurate records of all program activities, such as meeting minutes, task lists, and project timelines. Additionally, s/he will support identifying areas where the program can be improved and making recommendations to the CoP for process improvements. They will work closely with team members to implement these changes and ensure that they are effectively communicated to all stakeholders. This will involve interacting with partner organizations, gathering and analyzing project data, developing training programs, and managing planning and finances.

Overall, this is a critical position that requires excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. The selected candidate must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and have a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Essential Job Responsibilities

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Attend all coordination and partner meetings.
Assist CoP in identifying, planning, and addressing priority needs.
Support in the coordination activities with all involved implementing agencies. Organize monthly meetings with all partner organizations to ensure close cooperation and sharing of lessons learned.
Maintain, monitor and measure project implementation data entry. Keep CoP informed at all times. Track project impact, standards, and operational compliance.
Stay abreast of project developments and needs.
Follow through on program needs as required, such as procurement, meeting scheduling, consultant finding, etc.
Ensure monthly reports are submitted on time and are of an acceptable standard. Coordinate closely with Mercy Corps team; Human Resources Manager and relevant administrative and finance staff to ensure proper logistics, administration, human resources and transport needs of the program are conducted within MC policy and with the maximum benefit to the program.
Assist in the recruitment and training of program staff to ensure they are of the quality and capacity to ensure the successful implementation of all Program activities. Monitor and advise on staffing needs throughout the program. Ensure evaluations and disciplinary measures are made, as necessary, according to MC policy.
Work with the CoP to forecast expenditure surpluses and deficits to enable adjustments to be made to the program in a timely fashion.
Manage the program filing system for all Program related activities and ensure that information is organized according to the reporting and auditing needs of the program. Ensure required levels of confidentiality.
Stay informed on Country-wide cross-cutting issues relevant to the Program.
Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and not jeopardize its mission

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Accountability

Reports Directly To: HRA Chief of Party

Works Directly With: HRA Program Management Unit, MEL Unit, , Finance, and other HRA teams.

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International relations, Economics or any other relevant field.
At least 5 years of related professional experience. Work experience with NGOs with a focus on resilience is preferred
A dynamic, “outside-the-box” attitude is required, with a proven ability to think and act creatively in challenging environments.
Demonstrated skills in data collection, verification and documentation
Excellent reporting, communication and representation skills
Proven skills in networking, team-building, community consultations and organizational development.
Must be able to work independently and show initiative.
Strong computer (MS Office), filing, and organizational skills.
Advanced knowledge of written and spoken English is essential, and Amharic language is desirable.
Two years of demonstrated experience in providing administrative/coordination support.
Proven ability to communicate effectively with colleagues from various backgrounds and cultures.

Success Factors

The Program Management Officer must be a detail-oriented multi-tasker who is able to communicate clearly and work under pressure. They must demonstrate patience, flexibility, and taking initiative to solve problems. Vital skills include communication (both written and verbal), as well as building and maintaining effective internal and external relationships. They must demonstrate the ability to understand and follow agency and USAID procedures, meet deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a complex, distance-based, multi-cultural team. An exposure to and interest in international development issues is important, and an understanding of the complex challenges faced by program teams operating in Ethiopia is critical.

Living /Environmental Conditions:

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with regular travels to the field. This position requires up to 50% of travel by air and road to field offices in relatively secure environments.

Ongoing Learning

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Safeguarding & Ethics

How to Apply

All qualified individuals are invited to apply for the advertised position. All applications, including a CV, three references, and all applicable official papers, must be sent electronically.

Only candidates that are short-listed will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 10 November 2023/ 4:00 PM

Applicants Must fill out their Information through the link:

https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/7de55979-49d4-4f59-b61b-9c7d0e38d500/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=5881f7d8-020a-40ad-bf73-1056dc22212a