Strategic planning

• Ensure a close monitoring of the context, humanitarian and epidemiological situations
• Coordinate the organization of needs assessments and new programmatic developments as and when required
• Participate and contribute to the development and rolling out of the mission strategy

Coordinating program

• Ensure quality program implementation, in line with MdM mandate and guiding principles
• Ensure the program development initiatives and implementations are in-line with the country strategy of the mission
• Make sure the different components of the programs are consistent, accurately integrated, and according to the needs of the target population
• Coordinate with all partners to review the quality and progress of the implementation
• Follow-up the budget of all programs and ensure compliance with internal and donor regulations
• Ensure regular communications are maintained between the different departments involved in the programs and act as a mediator when necessary
• Coordinate with the general coordinator for needed communication with donors or authorities in case of context evolution and subsequent necessary adjustment in the response

Team management

• Recruit staff under your direct management
• Ensure proper induction and capacity building of the logistics staff
• Develop individual action plans and proceed to regular professional evaluations of the team under your direct technical or responsibility
• Organize and conduct regular team meetings
• Participate in disciplinary processes

Monitoring and reporting

• Carry out a quarterly review of programmatic performance based on the monitoring framework and available indicators
• Contribute to the organization and realization of external evaluation as and when required
• Participate in the writing of quality donor activity reports and proposals
• Support in the development of infographics covering different components of the MdM programs like a quarterly newsletter, fact sheet, and success stories
• Ensure that a clear and solid M&E framework is in place at the mission level, with regular reviews/assessments and effective feedback mechanisms in close collaboration with the program teams and coordinators
• Visit project sites for a better understanding of the project implementation and improvements

Meetings, coordination and representation

• Regularly and proactively represent MdM in coordination forums related to health, nutrition, etc. as well as with other actors including the UN
• Develop and maintain collaboration with authorities, such as regional finance and health bureaus, Disaster and Risk Management Commission, etc.
• Support the general coordinator in the organization of donor field visits or meetings as and when required

• Yourprofile

  Higher education in project management
  At least 3 years of experience in a similar position
  Experience in an international NGO, preferably in the Health Sector
  Experience in managing and working with local partners
  Experience in multi-sectoral or multi-grants programming management
  Experience/knowledge of the region is an asset

  Planning, managing and adapting to a project, including in emergencies
  Knowledge and understanding of project management tools
  Knowledge of international donors, and strong representation and fundraising skills
  Ability to have a global overview of a program (not only on medical plan)
  Ability to analyze and summarize the issues and the challenges in the region
  Discussing, presenting arguments, negotiating and convincing authorities and partners
  Creating and choosing appropriate indicators for the project
  Ability to manage a budget
  Strong leadership skills and a supportive management style
  Independence, ability to take the initiative, and responsibility
  Ability to work under stressful situations
  Good communication skills
  Languages:
  Fluent English mandatory (oral and written). Knowledge of Amharic/Tigrinya languages ​​is an asset.
  You embrace the core values ​​and support the proactive philosophy of Médecins du Monde