About the Job
TITLE: Senior Local Systems and Capacity Building Advisor
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: USAID Lowlands Health Activity (USAID LHA)
REPORTS TO: USAID LHA COP
WORK LOCATION: Addis Ababa
COMPANY SUMMARY
EngenderHealth envisions a gender-equal world where all people achieve their sexual and reproductive health and rights. We believe this is essential for ensuring all people achieve their potential. To realize this vision, we implement high-quality, gender equitable programs that advance sexual and reproductive health and rights.
BACKGROUND
EngenderHealth Ethiopia and its consortium partners are positioned to implement the USAID Lowlands Health Activity (USAID LHA), a primary health care intervention, focused on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health, and Nutrition (RMNCAH-N) to enhance the overall health and nutrition of people in the pastoralist communities. As part of this activity, USAID LHA aims to introduce quality improvement initiatives and strengthen the health system to ensure the provision of high-quality RMNCAH-N service. To support the implementation of these activities, EngenderHealth is seeking a well-qualified Senior Local Systems and Capacity building Advisor (LSCBA).
JOB SUMMARY
EngenderHealth is seeking qualified candidates for Senior Local Systems and Capacity building Advisor for the USAID LHA in Ethiopia. The USAID LHA focuses on improving health and nutrition outcomes in the pastoral geographies of Ethiopia, through increased access and utilization of quality reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent & youth health and nutrition (RMNCAH-N) services.
The senior LSCBA will lead initiatives to strengthen local systems and build the capacity of key stakeholders, including government institutions focusing on domestic resource mobilization and non-monetary incentive mechanisms, community-based organizations, and other partners. This includes enhancing coordination platforms to ensure effective collaboration between various implementing partners operating in LHA implementation regions. The role demands strategic vision, technical expertise, and strong facilitation skills to drive sustainable, locally owned solutions supported by clear and measurable sustainability plans. This role demands a proactive, collaborative approach to building resilient systems and fostering locally driven, sustainable development outcomes.
This role offers an opportunity to drive impactful, locally owned changes while building resilient systems for long-term development.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1) Capacity Building
- Design and deliver tailored capacity-building initiatives to enhance technical, managerial, and operational competencies of USAID LHA local consortium members in collaboration with thematic area advisors.
- Align and ensure USAID LHA capacity building guidelines with MOH and WHO strategies, policies & standard guidelines.
- Provide ongoing mentorship and technical support to ensure knowledge transfer and institutional sustainability.
- Lead efforts to strengthen local systems and build the capacity of stakeholders, including government institutions, community-based organizations, and partners, with a focus on domestic resource mobilization and non-incentive mechanisms.
- Develop and implement strategies that promote sustainability and align with local priorities and contexts.
2) Strategic coordination of Local partners
- Serve as the primary technical liaison between local consortium partners, ensuring alignment with project goals, objectives, and timelines.
- Conduct capacity needs assessments for consortium partners to identify gaps in organizational, technical, or operational capabilities.
- Monitor and support the performances of local consortium members and take necessary measures in case of underperformance in collaboration with LHA grants and contracts advisor.
- Design and implement capacity-building plans tailored to the specific needs of each partner.
- Provide mentorship and technical support to enhance partners’ systems, including financial management, project implementation, and governance.
- Represent and coordinate MOH level engagements in collaboration with DCOP & COP.
3) Strengthening Regional Coordination Platforms
- Facilitate the establishment and strengthening of regional stakeholder coordination platforms of USAID LHA in Somali and Afar regions to promote collaboration and resource-sharing.
- Provide technical support and lead Regional Team Leads & Zonal Cluster Coordinator to participate and lead Regional USAID IPs coordination meetings.
- Support the development of governance structures and processes for effective decision-making within these platforms.
4) Domestic Resource Mobilization
- Collaborate with government partners to design and implement systems for mobilizing domestic resources and establishing effective non-monetary incentive mechanisms.
- Provide technical guidance on financial planning, accountability, and resource tracking to improve sustainability.
- Ensure appropriate cost sharing mechanisms installed in USAID LHA consortium members and LIPs.
5) Sustainability Planning
- Develop clear, actionable sustainability plans with measurable indicators to ensure long-term impact.
- Monitor and evaluate progress toward sustainability goals, adjusting as needed.
6) Policy and Advocacy
- Support the development and promotion of policies that enhance local ownership and accountability in resource mobilization and service delivery.
- Advocate for the adoption of sustainability-focused approaches in local systems and domestic financing
7) Knowledge Management and Learning
- Document lessons learned and best practices from systems-strengthening and capacity-building efforts working closely with LHA CLA/KM advisor
8) Monitoring and Evaluation
- Establish metrics to assess the effectiveness and impact of capacity-building and systems-strengthening activities by closely working with LHA LME team
- Regularly review and report on progress to stakeholders, identifying areas for improvement.
About You
- A master’s degree in public administration, development studies, social studies or a related discipline, accompanied by practical experience and involvement in the Ethiopian health sector.
- At least 7–10 years of experience in capacity building and systems strengthening, preferably in lowlands context.
- Proven ability to design and deliver capacity development interventions.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with diverse stakeholders.
- Familiarity with USAID or similar donor-funded projects is a plus.
ESSENTIAL SOFT SKILLS
- Committed to EngenderHelth core organization’s values of reflection, inclusion, integrity, respect and transformation
- Effective Communication: Ability to articulate ideas clearly and build trust with diverse stakeholders.
- Adaptability: Skill in adjusting approaches to align with cultural, organizational, and situational needs.
- Problem-Solving: Demonstrated critical thinking and creativity in addressing complex challenges.
- Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to foster partnerships and teamwork.
- Empathy: Sensitivity to cultural nuances and a commitment to inclusive development.
- Teamwork: effectively collaborate with team members for success, fostering a cooperative and productive work environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS:
- Technical Expertise: Knowledge of local systems strengthening, institutional capacity building, and governance frameworks.
- Project Management: Proficiency in planning, implementing, and monitoring capacity-building projects.
- Training Facilitation: Experience designing and delivering capacity-building training using participatory approaches.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to work with government agencies, NGOs, donors, and community groups.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Skills in using data and evidence to inform capacity-building strategies.
- Cultural Competency: Experience working in diverse and cross-cultural settings.
- Flexibility: Willingness to travel and adapt to remote or under-resourced environments.
Required Skills
- Technical proficiency
If you are interested and well-qualified candidate, please send your application letter & CV through EngenderHealth website: .
Please note that there is no need to send your credentials at this stage.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this position.
Disclaimer
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed and assigned.
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More Information
- Address Ethiopia
- Experience Level Senior
- Total Years Experience 5-10
