Mercy Corps Country Director Jobs in Ethiopia
General Position Summary
The Mercy Corps Ethiopia Country Director is an innovative and visionary leader responsible for resourcefully developing and managing all operations and programs resulting in lasting improvement in the lives of Ethiopians. Looking to grow our interventions that have directly resulted in lasting improvement in the lives of Ethiopians, s/he will continue to develop sustainable, multi-sector programming that is accountable to the Ethiopian Government, participants and donors.
A bold and visionary leader who values innovative solutions to development issues and creative partnerships, s/he identifies and pursues funding opportunities that strategically connect programs into a cohesive country portfolio, guided by a long-term strategy. The Country Director has full supervisory responsibility for the country team.
The Country Director must be comfortable leading “from the middle” a team of high performers; be able to confidently represent at high-level forums to influence and secure ongoing investment; nurture a culture of shared excellence based on learning and trust; and take considered risks in innovating and negotiating within a society that is in rapid change.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence key outcomes and make a lasting difference in the lives of Ethiopians.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Strategy, Vision & culture
Formulate, plan and communicate a clear vision of present and future program goals and strategies to team members and stakeholders that translates into concrete programs and work plans.
Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions & resources to achieve objectives and contribute to countrywide strategy development.
Lead the annual country planning process and provide strategic updates.
Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcome.
Foster a culture of learning and adaptation where programme and support actions evolve to become increasingly fit for purpose.
Explore, evaluate and present new country and project funding opportunities that leverage impact and integrate initiatives and activities; support and direct related fund-raising activities with both institutional and private donors.
Influence & Representation
Build strong and productive relationships with Government of Ethiopia, private sector partners, local government, foundations, etc. and leverage these relationships to build win-win partnerships to drive development objectives in the country
Anticipate needs, understand donor strategies and contribute to shaping donor and partner’s views on development.
Explore, evaluate and present innovative funding opportunities that support the objectives for the country as a whole.
Represent Mercy Corps programs with national and international media and participate in
community activities as appropriate.
Demonstrate flexibility, resilience and ability to maintain positive relationships and composure.
Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity.
Team Management
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Recruit, manage, motivate, and onboard an informed, skilled and efficient team with an emphasis on excellence and achievement; encourage a team culture of learning, creativity and innovation, incorporating staff development strategies and performance management systems into the team building process.
Establish leadership and personal credibility with the Mercy Corps team, and implement by example an organizational culture of accountability, responsibility, and quality of services.
Ensure excellent human resource plans are available and consistent with Mercy Corps policies, including position descriptions, personnel orientation and professional development plans, personnel evaluation system, field, personnel policy manual, and personnel grievance procedure system.
Demonstrate commitment to promoting gender, diversity, and inclusion outcomes within the team, and create a safe and empowering work environment where all voices are respected and empowered.
Assist team members with information, tools, and resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations, and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews.
Program Operations Management
Ensure program implementation is on time, on target and on budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts.
Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations, policies and procedures, and the implementation of appropriate risk mitigation measures to reduce Mercy Corps exposure to potential risk.
Fulfill Mercy Corps’ Program Management Minimum Standards based on the organization-wide guidance.
Build and maintain an environment of collaboration among program, finance, operations and human resource team members resulting in optimal support for program activities.
Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
Finance & Compliance Management
Build and maintain operational structures that ensure proper segregation of duties between finance, administration and logistics and fully support field programs.
Build and maintain operational structures that ensure proper segregation of duties between finance, administration and logistics and fully support field programs.
Coordinate overall country budget; manage budget within approved spending levels and establish an annual cash flow plan to ensure a steady and adequate supply of funds for program activities.
Influence and Representation
Represent Mercy Corps programs with national and international media and participate in community activities as appropriate.
Maintain productive relationships with internal and external constituents such as private partners, local governments, foundations, the private sector, etc.
Anticipate needs, understand donor pool, and contribute to shaping donor’s views on development.
Explore, evaluate, and present innovative funding opportunities that support the objectives for the country as a whole.
Demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and ability to maintain positive relationships and composure.
Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity.
Exhibit awareness of his/her own strengths and development needs.
Security
Liaise with the Regional Security Advisor, Country Safety and Security Manager, and Deputy Regional Director on crucial events, high-risk periods, incident reporting and security policy changes.
Ensure the safety and security of staff members through regular review and adaptation of security protocols and procedures including the regularly updated country security plan.
Knowledge and Experience
BA/S or equivalent in relevant field required; MA/S preferred.
7-10 years of field experience in international relief and development programs, including demonstrable success in managing large, complex, transitional development programs.
5 years of senior-level leadership, capacity building and field management experience.
Demonstrated success managing and bringing together a multi-cultural team with team members in multiple offices.
Successful and proven representation, negotiation, communication and organization skills.
Demonstrated experience multi-tasking and success in securing funding for country programs.
Demonstrated success working effectively and respectfully with host country government, private sector, INGO, local partners and other stakeholders in complex environments.
Proven skills in financial and grants management
An internationally recognized qualification in project or program management or a commitment to obtain the qualification in the early months of work.
Excellent oral and written English skills required.
Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment.
Previous work experience in countries where travel to insecure areas is required, and management of programs in insecure locations.
Capacity to respond to emergency and disaster situations as appropriate.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Mercy Corps Country Director Jobs in Ethiopia
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