The Opportunity

The project, funded by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH , which is a German public benefit federal enterprise and will be implemented  by Plan International Ethiopia (PIE), in Amhara and Afar regions .

The main ambition of the project is improving inclusive access to services that address the needs of survivors of sexual and gender-based violence in Afar and Amhara regions. The project intends to work in selected conflict-affected regions of Ethiopia by applying survivor centered innovative approach of inclusive access to lifesaving SRH services that address the needs of survivors of SGBV in the project operation woredas of Amhara and Afar. To this end, the project works according to the Leave No One Behind principle, with actors and institutions which are responsible for the care of people affected by sexual violence and ensure direct provision of services. This project will contribute to strengthening the skills of social workers, staff members and service providers of OSCs (one stop centers),the employees of health care facilities including SRH and MHPSS service providers and support the facilities with prioritized  medical consumables to better equip them. The project’s integrated, innovative and holistic approaches and interventions will address stigmata that prevent the use of services by the SGBV survivors. For instance, deferral of SRH services by SGBV survivors due to intersectional discrimination from community and unwelcoming faces of service providers due to lack of understanding, linking and provisioning of minimum SRH service packages for survivors in the health facilities are among serious problems. 

The GIZ Project Coordinator will be in charge of overall coordination of the project under Plan International Ethiopia and collaborate with key Government sectors of health, women and social affairs, education, finance and economy et cetera and like-minded INGOs, multisectoral cluster coordination and TWGs , community structures  and local CSOs operating in the regions mentioned above. The role will require technical guidance and support from SRHR Sector lead, closely working with Plan International Ethiopia’s Technical advisors on SGBV, Youth Economic Empowerment Specialist, Gender and inclusion specialist, cash specialist, MERL coordinator, SGBV specialist, program quality team, area managers, operations team who provide  support to the quality program delivery. The position will be based at the country office of Plan International Ethiopia.

Job Requirements

 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Project Management, Business Administration, Public Health, SRH, Development studies, Social Work.

• Five years of demonstrated success / experience in Leading and project/s integrating SGBV, SRHR and Economic Empowerment Interventions.

• Previous experience (at least 2 years) of building capacity of regional/local government (health, women & social affairs, education), system strengthening, managing grants and operations, strengthening capacity of local CSOs, working with traditional and religious leaders, youth group, engagement in national Technical Working Group and Networks managing and developing a multi-disciplinary team including implementing partners.

• Experience in working with schools, TVET centres, private and health sector in the context of SGBV, economic empowerment and SRHR projects.

• Clear understanding of relevant government policies, strategies, programs and priorities related to youth employment, vocational/skill training and job placement.

• Strong networking skills such as lobbying training centers, community and business community for potential employment opportunities.

• Proven experience in reviewing and mapping of technical training providers, including master trainers for TOT to determine quality of services, value-for-money, accreditation, and ability/willingness to serve young women and SGBV survivors.

• Experience in reviewing/developing technical training manuals and materials to ensure quality, relevance, and effectiveness

 Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge on SGBV, SRHR, Vocational training, Economic strengthening and Entrepreneurship.

• Extensive knowledge of health policy, national SGBV strategy and guidelines, minimum friendly service standards and packages, case management guideline, interface between gender transformation and SRH

• Understand organisational principles, systems and have the ability to provide effective coordination and support to staff working at community level.

• Understanding of survivor-centered and participatory approaches to development, child-rights programming, participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and Research systems and processes preferred.

• Knowledge & understanding of Plan’s vision, mission and values.

 Desirable

• Conceptual and strategic thinking skills.

• Negotiation skills

• Interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with colleagues

• Have good writing and oral communication skills, including presentation.

• Understands budgetary processes including planning, monitoring and reporting.

• Ability to provide team leadership and communicate effectively.

• Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically

• Proficient in computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications

 Languages required

• Excellent written, verbal communication skills in English.

 Safeguarding Children and Young People (Safeguarding) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI)

• Understands and puts into practice the responsibilities under Safeguarding and GEI policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), ensuring that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.

• Ensures that all staff signed safeguarding policies;

• Implement Plan International’s global policies for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Gender Equality and Inclusion are fully embedded in day to day work.

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How to Apply

The closing date for the application in October 19,2023. Qualified candidates should submit the application form found with this link : CLICK HERE

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.