Economic Empowerment officer 928 views7 applications

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

ROLE PURPOSE

The post holder is responsible for project Planning, Implementation, Supervision and monitoring, working with community and local government, and reporting while ensuring quality Project delivery of empowering adolescent and young women sanitation market income generating activities.  She/he ensures integration as well as smooth teamwork within and across other project staffs that have similar mission to the project for achieving the project goal.  Key components of the position also include working with other regional actors, (like NGOs, UN Agencies, and Government counter sectors etc) regional advocacy and networking, project level thematic area planning, developing and strengthening partnerships and mainstreaming of child centred and women focus community development. The position holder is also expected to implement sanitation market income generation activities in consultation with the regional and woreda job creation and credit association/ micro-finance institutions and other appropriate stakeholders in project targeted areas.

ACCOUNTABILITY AND MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES

The key responsibilities include:

·         The post holder will have responsibility to Implement the programme strategies on economic empowerment and coordinate the activities of the economic empowerment programme

·         Facilitate and lead the district stakeholder for Implementation and integration sanitation market income generation activities in WASH and another project

·         The post holder will have responsibility ensure the quality program delivery and maintain partnerships with IPs and represent the pillar in economic empowerment areas

·         Support the monitoring & evaluation and reporting of the economic empowerment activities and

·         Ensure record any documentation about the project history for learning, and reporting

·         Prepare quarterly project and program updates and reports (both financial and narrative reports) in consultation with concerned bodies to be incorporated into the general project as well as country Program quarterly reports.

·         Develop partnerships with individuals, groups and organizations and networks whose support are essential to the achievement of PIE’s organizational objectives, and strengthen their capacity through appropriate training and experience sharing initiatives.

·         Provide any requested technical support, assistance and follow up to the program area WASH initiatives in tandem with other file -based staffs and program managers to ensure the quality of program delivery in an efficient way and manner which will collectively address the real needs of Children, Adolescents and Women in need

·         She/he will ensure a smooth working environment and teamwork within Plan International Ethiopia the respective field staff sand across the WASH teams.

Policy engagement and networking

·         Establish links and good relationships with relevant district government authorities, UN organizations, NGOs, academic and research institutions and the media, in the area of sanitation market income generating activities to draw information and knowledge for project efficiency and effectiveness.

·         Makes follow up and proper documentation and share of district government information, strategies with respect to sanitation market income generating activities

Partnership development and strengthening

·         Periodically collect project related and relevant information about other organizations working within the target districts to gain institutional knowledge of the environment.

·         Seeks opportunities for different kinds of partnership for enhanced quality project implementation.

·         Provide technical assistance and build the capacities of established business groups and local partners in project management.

·         for smooth project implementation of the project Facilitates communication and interaction between partners/collaborators

Relationship Management / Communications

·         Collaborate and participate in effective knowledge and information management systems where the necessary program area Information is well documented and shared internally and externally as necessary.

·         Promote a collaborative, team environment amongst project/program team.

·         Oversee outreach activities at program areas to support and raise awareness about the purpose of the project and any related opportunities.

Shall perform any other duties as assigned by his line manager and program area office

Project Reporting

·         Prepare and submit monthly narrative reports, including updates on project progress and outstanding issues to line manager and program Area office.

·         Identify and communicate any issues related to project delay to the line manager, other concerned bodies and include relevant mitigation/contingency plans.

·         Provide technical support for government partners and program unit staff on effective M and E applications.

·         Identify, document and disseminate best practices, success stories and story of changes from within and outside Plan to staff and other development partners.

·         Ensure project learning and achievements are documented and disseminated widely.

·         Ensure all project documentation is filed and organised for accountability purposes.

Dealing with Problems:

·         The position involves a high degree of complexity in resolving a wide range of challenges which typically occur in project implementation. The post holder will demonstrate the ability to solve problems, thinking strategically while implementing projects, introducing innovations as needed to meet the demands of a dynamic operating environment while ensuring Plan systems and policies are adhered to.

·         Understands organisational strategies and contributes to its fulfilment by supporting his/her team to play their roles and implement programs in accordance with organisational values, goals and requirements.

·         Working at community and district level to give support to partners and sector staffs, influences PA colleagues to adhere to required implementation standards in an integrated manner to support the sustainability and effectiveness of the PlE programs.

·         The post holder will facilitate with other project staffs, including WASH and other programs to ensure the highest level of program quality and overall impact. This will encompass strengthening accountability, planning, management, adherence to policies and procedures, and promoting a culture for delivery of results.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications/ experience essential:

·         Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Organizational Development, Gender studies, social sciences or related discipline or equivalent experience;

·          With a minimum of 3 years’ relevant professional work experience in the areas of girl economic empowerment activities such as SanMark group.

·         Minimum 1 years’ experience of working in the humanitarian and development sector; especially in the gender and livelihood sector.

·         Experience in working in livelihoods interventions like enterprise development, business management training, youth, and women’s economic empowerment program.

·         Experience of engagement with the private sector, market actors, and business support services providers.

·         Experience and skills in playing a supportive role, demonstrating the ability to support field teams’ members to deliver results for operational work.

·         Experience in working with an NGO – especially in project implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

Behaviours

·         Passion for feminist principles, mission driven work and personal values aligned with Plan International.

·         Commitment to working transparently and with integrity.

·         Inclusive and empowering approach to leadership and project management.

·         Strong negotiation and influencing skills, natural ability to manage diverse opinions and agendas, finding win-win solutions in a respectful manner.

·         Demonstrated creativity and willingness to innovate.

·         Flexible and adaptable work style to respond to an evolving context.

·         Proven leadership, inter-personal and cross-cultural skills, and ability to build and motivate teams.

·         Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and meet deadlines.

Languages required:

·         Fluency in English language is essential

·         In addition to Amharic other local Knowledge of Local Languages is a desirable

Plan International’s Values in Practice

We are open and accountable

We create a climate of trust inside and outside the organisation by being open, honest and transparent. We hold ourselves and others to account for the decisions we make and for our impact on others, while doing what we say we will do.

We strive for lasting impact

We strive to achieve significant and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, and to secure equality for girls. We challenge ourselves to be bold, courageous, responsive, focused and innovative.

We work well together

We succeed by working effectively with others, inside and outside the organisation, including our sponsors and donors. We actively support our colleagues, helping them to achieve their goals. We come together to create and implement solutions in our teams, across Plan International, with children, girls, young people, communities and our partners.

We are inclusive and empowering

We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge inequality in our programmes and our workplace. We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives. We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential.