Dimensions of the Role

This position combines the managerial and technical aspects of Education in Emergency programming. It is responsible for assessment, response analysis, design, coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Education in Emergency programming components of the Gambella Plan International's emergency responses. S/he is expected to strengthen the capacities of Plan International's staff. S/he will need to co-ordinate with other sector Response team members and management, to ensure a rapid, proportionate and effective response.

S/he will need to ensure response to Education (at primary and ECCD level) issues with simultaneous consideration of longer term needs and possible scenarios. The manager will need to take a very active role in education technical co-ordination, support and engagement with other stakeholders and technical agencies relevant to the education sector.

Accountabilities

Assessment (20%)

• Ensure/lead on initial rapid and in-depth assessment of current situation using the Inter-agency Education in emergency Assessment resource Toolkit, in collaboration with partners and affected population;
•  Ensure assessment finding are documented, determine priorities and immediate activities and resources.
• Set up systems for situation monitoring with regards to Education in Emergency in areas affected by emergency which may be inaccessible at certain periods.
• Identify potential partnerships to implement recommendations or make recommendations on how to fill gaps at inter agency coordination level.                                  

Program Design (20%)

• In coordination with Education in Emergency and other sector related actors, develop a realistic evidence‐based, education program plan with interventions based on the outcomes of assessments and the context.
• Ensure the inclusive/mainstreaming approach of gender, disability, child protection, peaceful co-existence, sanitation and hygiene among others, is factored into the program design, as well as education integration into other critical sectors such as protection, Health, Food, GBV,
• Ensure Plan International’s guidelines, Ministry of education policy and strategies and the Inter Agency Education in Emergency Minimum Standards for Education in Emergency Action are considered.
• Develop an Education in Emergency Program/response related concept papers/notes and proposals in respect to donor requirements and organizational needs that contribute to Plan International Ethiopia’s overall Gambella primary education and ECCD response strategy.

Response Management and Implementation (20%)

• Ensure that effective planning, implementation and coordination of inclusive Education in Emergency programming that address the key primary education and Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) needs and barriers identified.
• Work closely with and supervise/guide the Coordinators to ensure that implementation of relevant activities is planned and implemented in a phased and prioritized manner in full consultation and co-ordination with all relevant agencies both governmental and non-governmental.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to ensure effective planning, implementation and monitoring of agreed education in emergency Programme plans.
• Develop capacity building plans and provide training, support and mentorship to child Education in Emergency programming staff and partners.
• Make frequent field visits to all affected areas to monitor the implementation of activities, identify opportunities and constraints and any adjustments needed including additional staffing or staff training or other.
• Ensure donor compliance in terms of implementation, finance, reporting and all other relevant commitments.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (20%)

• Design and develop appropriate monitoring, evaluation and learning systems for education in emergency interventions in collaboration with the MEAL team at country office, and ensure collection of quantitative and qualitative data and to document key learning from the education in emergency response.
• Evaluate the implementation of Plan International's education in emergency activities and draft recommendations for improved program design as well as disseminate learnings to staff, partners and other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Ensure early and rigorous implementation of quality and accountability mechanisms, as well as feedback from the affected population and other relevant stakeholders is considered throughout the response.

Information, supervision and Co-ordination (20%

• Provide regular updates to management and the emergency team on progress, priorities and constraints – verbally (meetings) and in writing (reports) on an agreed frequency.
•  Engage and follow up with relevant implementation Coordinators to ensure programme effectiveness.
•  Represent Plan International in inter agency coordination forums as well as governmental forums as required and agreed with the Team Leader.
• Ensure the supervision of all supervisees in accordance with Plan International HR, Programme and other relevant manuals and guidance
• Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.

Job Requirements

Technical expertise, skills and knowledge         

Essential  Knowledge

• Significant experience of at least 5 years in the field of Education in emergencies work, out of which 3 years should be in a senior level.
• Demonstrable technical expertise in implementing Education in emergency programmes in collaboration with community and other stakeholders.
• Experience with participatory approaches.
• Experience of conducting education in emergency assessments in emergency contexts.
• Experience of training on education in emergency technical areas with a variety of audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of the Minimum Standards for education in emergency in Humanitarian Action, Sphere and the Red Cross/ NGO Code of Conduct as well as adolescents and youth guidelines. Requires general finance, administration, information management and telecommunication skills and proficiency in computer skills
• University degree in social work, a social science or another related field.

 Skills Specific to the Post

• Excellent written and spoken English
• Excellent project design, participatory monitoring and evaluation skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team player who demonstrates leadership and is able to support and train staff and also able to work with disaster affected communities in a sensitive and participatory manner.
• Excellent negotiation, representation, skills and the ability to work comfortably with an ethnically diverse staff and communities in a very sensitive environment.
• Ability to operate at advanced levels of authority and manage significant activities, budgets, and resources to produce and take responsibility for results
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work cooperatively.
• Proven ability to solve problems independently without direct supervision
• Strong organizational and work prioritization skills and attention to detail
• Good facilitation skills and ability to deliver induction briefing/training.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, and to maintain this under pressure.
•  Well planned and organized even within a fluid working environment and has a capacity for initiative and decision making with competent analytical and problem solving skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of the education in emergencies sector.
• In-depth knowledge of project cycle management and child centred community development programming.
• Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development.
• Knowledge of education in emergency & Child Protection Policy (CPP) principles and procedures
• Knowledge of effective participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and Research systems and processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with colleagues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation.
• Strong negotiation, influencing and problem solving skills.
• Numeracy and the ability to interpret financial data, in order to understand budgetary processes including planning, monitoring and reporting.
• Ability to analyse information and evaluate options including planning skills.
• Proficient in computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications.

How to Apply

The closing date for the application in 02 April 2022. Qualified candidates should submit the application using the link provided below:

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This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals, who must be eligible to live and work in Ethiopia. 

More information about Plan International can be found on http://plan-international.org  

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experience required.

As an international child centered community development organization, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we as an organization, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.