We are seeking an Activity Manager Livelihood for our base in Adwa. You’ll play a crucial role in carrying out and accomplishing the objectives as defined in the operation proposals ensuring that Solidarités International technical recommendations and procedures are followed with the guidance of the Program Coordinator and Field Coordinator.
Duties and Responsibilities
Diagnostics and project conception
Participate in the preparation and implementation of diagnostics and assessment, including IGA and Market assessment
Participate in the design and the financial dimension of the human and logistical programs to implement
Prepare the appendixes and technical chapters (of logical framework) of operation proposals
Implement the activities in compliance with the annual operational strategy, SOLIDARITES International’s technical requirements and the donors criteria
Participate in the development of the livelihood team’s capacity in regard to techniques or new methodologies
Implementation and operational follow-up
Plan Livelihood activity(ies) with the support department (Administration, logistics) according to the set objectives
Assess the relevance of activities, the effectiveness of interventions, and their appropriateness in light of changing circumstances and the needs of populations
Propose adjustments to programs if necessary
Make sure the objectives for the activities under his/her responsibility are achieved
Suggest and implement monitoring indicators for livelihood activities and context
Use SI management and monitoring tools for activities
Plan and supervise the implementation of livelihood activities under his/her responsibility
Anticipate difficulties in the carrying out of livelihood activities and facilitate problem solving
Suggest new livelihood activity directions in accordance with context and indicators
In cooperation with the administrative department, help draw up budgets for his/her activities, budget follow up and proposal budgets for the program parts
Prepare Internal Order Forms (IOF) and follow orders using the logistics service
Report the state of decentralized inventory to the logistics department (“field” inventory)
Capitalization
Write the capitalization documents in accordance with SI tools
Prepare handover reports before the end of his/her employment contract and forward them to concerned parties in the mission and at headquarters
Ensure diffusion of SI technical documentation
HRM
Recruit the national technical staff for his/her activities
With the administrative department, define the prerequisites for the livelihood vacant positions and, if necessary, adapt the referent job profile.
Welcome and brief new employees or volunteers working under his responsibility
Implement training activities in accordance with livelihood operational requirements and the identified training needs.
Serve as intermediary between team leaders
Manage and support the team under his/her responsibility
Conduct workshops and regular or ad hoc meetings
Evaluate the performance of the members of his/her team(s)
Identify team members’ potential for advancement and communicate this information to the program manager/desk HR Referent
Make sure his/her team(s) follow the safety rules
Reporting/communication/representation
Share with the appropriate authority any information on the security context and any event which may have consequences on SI activities and team safety
Write regular reports concerning the progress of the activities under his/her responsibility
Write reports and annexes concerning his/her activities for donor reports and/or amendment
Ensure compliance with reporting deadlines and guidelines
Communicate with team leaders concerning the progress and results of their activities
Maintain a local operational communication network and positive relations with the local/governmental authorities, donor representatives, UN and other international agencies in cooperation with the program manager and Program Coordinator
Represent Solidarités International in meetings or forums concerning livelihood activities within his employment location
Represent SI on request and/or delegation
Respond to the requirements of Headquarters concerning specific needs
Write the administrative documents to be signed (MOU, handover…) jointly with governmental authorities, communities or partners
Job Requirements
Studies:
Experience:
4 years’ experience in field based and humanitarian experience is appreciated,
IGA and Market assessment experience is a requirement,
Business skills training design and/or facilitation experience.
Languages:
A high level of fluency in Tigrinya is a mandatory requirement for this role,
Other local languages are an asset,
English proficiency is appreciated.
Skills:
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication to interact effectively with team members, local authorities, and partners,
Capacity to articulate clearly ideas and to propose strategic orientations,
Empathetic and value driven,
How To Apply
Kindly send your application with a cover letter and additional required details on THIS LINK
Solidarités International reserves the right to close this recruitment before this deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.
Solidarités International is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Solidarités International will never ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process
