International and Local NGOs Manager

Project Description 

SOCODEVI contributes to improving the living conditions of communities by supporting the creation and strengthening of sustainable and inclusive cooperative or mutual companies.

The Strong’HER project, is a strategically designed response to the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change, particularly vulnerability to drought and erratic precipitations. The 5 years project focuses on enhancing climatic change adaptation from 3 woredas in Oromia region and in Addis Ababa targeting 2,500 rural families, including over 1,300 women-headed households, and 4,000 women entrepreneurs. Central to Strong’HER’s strategy is advancing climatic change adaptation and reducing climate vulnerability within vital agricultural value chains, such as teff and legumes, alongside women-led value chains in small ruminants and poultry production. 

By focusing on climate resilience, the project is set to reduce the vulnerability of these systems to drought and erratic precipitations, thereby fostering agrifood systems that are not only sustainable but also capable of flourishing amidst the evolving climate landscape. This approach positions climate adaptation as the driving force behind strengthening these systems, resulting in enhanced food security and economic empowerment for women in the agricultural sector. 

By leveraging the cooperative model, Strong’HER aims to enhance the capacity of rural and urban women to develop and adopt climate resilient practices, and to participate actively in decision-making processes. This model will not only boost the democratic organisation and income of women but will also enhance the quality of their products by integrating climatic change adaptation measures. Addressing the fact that women are especially susceptible and disproportionately impacted by climatic change, the project will confront gender-specific barriers that impede their capacity to adapt and restrict their contributions and economic well-being in agribusiness. Strong’HER is committed to supporting women’s sustainable farm management in response to climatic change, thereby ensuring they have control over resources and benefits, and can expand their networks to fortify their resilience. Additionally, Strong’HER promotes gender equality and women’s empowerment by increasing their participation in leadership roles and ensuring access to resources and training.

Job Summary 

Reporting directly to the Country Director and working closely with the Projects Manager in Canada, the International & Local NGOs Manager is responsible for the implementation of the project activities by the international and local NGOs including: 

Partnership Management:

• Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with international and local NGOs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and project objectives;

• Assess and onboard local and international NGO partners, ensuring compliance with due diligence and risk assessment protocols;

• Facilitate capacity-building initiatives for international and local NGO partners to enhance their ability to deliver impactful programs.

Program Coordination:

• Lead coordination efforts between international and local NGOs, government entities and other stakeholders to achieve cohesive program implementation;

• Ensure the alignment of NGO activities with project frameworks, including timelines, budgets, and deliverables;

• Monitor and support NGOs in meeting program objectives and donor requirements.

Compliance and Oversight:

• Ensure adherence to donor and organizational policies, as well as regulatory frameworks governing NGO operations;

• Review and validate project proposals, budgets, and reports submitted by partner NGOs;

• Conduct regular field visits to monitor program implementation and verify compliance with agreed standards.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting (M&E):

• Collaborate with M&E team to develop tools and frameworks for tracking the progress of NGO-led initiatives;

• Analyze program outcomes and provide actionable recommendations for improvement;

• Prepare detailed reports on NGO performance, impact, and lessons learned for senior management.

Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor a team responsible in all NGOs.

• Foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and innovation.

Working conditions 

SOCODEVI offers the following and a great work environment: 

• One-year contract, renewable annually;

• Regular working hours: 8 hours a day from Monday through Friday, for a total of 40 hours/week;

• Salary will be paid on a monthly basis;

• 20 working days of annual leave per calendar year. The annual leave is earned at the rate of 1.67 days per month;

• Working during evenings and weekends might happen when necessary but shouldn’t be frequent;

• The successful candidate accepts to travel to the areas of implementation of the project when needed and required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree in management.  Master’s degree would be an asset;

• Familiarity with project management, and systems for efficient reporting and information sharing across remote teams;     

• At least 3 years of experience in positions in international development organizations; 

• Strong organizational and time management skills; 

• Advanced computer skills (Windows, MS Office, Sharepoint);

• Mastery of results-based management; 

• Proficiency in English, Amharic and Afan Oromia is required.

Qualities

• Leadership   

• Autonomy   

• Rigor

• Critical thinking

• Proactivity   

• Creativity   

• Active listening  

• Negotiation   

• Conflict management  

• Interpersonal skills including adherence to values of equality and fairness 

How To Apply

To Apply: Send a cover letter, current resume with 3 referees to: recruitment.et@socodevi.org

Deadline to Send a cover letter, current resume with 3 referees: February 5th 2025 at midnight.

The title of your message must contain the job title: International and Local NGOs Manager 

We are committed to the principles of fair hiring. Only those selected for an interview will receive an acknowledgement of receipt. 

At SOCODEVI, we recognize that promoting gender equality and a more inclusive world must apply as much to the communities targeted by our projects as to the people who implement them. We therefore

work to ensure a healthy, respectful and safe work environment for everyone on our team and we act, as an organization, in a responsible, fair and equitable manner.

As with all our positions, we encourage women, Aboriginal people, visible and ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities to apply. Your motivation and related experience can make all the difference, so don’t

hesitate to apply!