Our Profile
People in Need is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanity, freedom, equality and solidarity.
People in Need was established in 1992 by a group of Czech war correspondents, journalists and activists and has grown to become one of the largest non-profit organization in Central and Eastern Europe.
Throughout our 30 years of existence, People in Need continues to engage in humanitarian aid, development cooperation, education and social inclusion.
We have been operating in Ethiopia since 2003, working in Five regions; Oromia, South Ethiopia, Central Ethiopia, Sidama and Tigray in different multi sectoral projects in the areas of development and emergency response.
People in Need, from the very start of its operations in Ethiopia, has focused on projects in five main areas of interest: Education, Agriculture, Climate and Environment, Water and Social protection.
We are part of Alliance 2015, (https://www.alliance2015.org/ a strategic network of seven European non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian aid and development projects. This collaboration increases effectiveness, both in working in the target countries and in campaigns change to advocacy aimed at influencing the attitudes and policies of politicians and general public opinion and awareness in Europe.
More information at https://www.peopleinneed.net/ or HERE.
PIN currently is seeking energetic, disciplined, responsible Field Officer for the specific project entitled “Empowering Futures for Youth and Women beyond Agriculture’’
PIN currently invites applicants for the position of Field Officer
Length of Contract: definite (until November 30, 2027)
Place of Work: - Based in Bulehorra and Yabello Oromia Region with frequent travel to PIN’s project sites in different regions as required.
NO of Candidates: 2
Salary: Based on the Organization scale
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the immediate supervision of the Field Coordinator (FoC) and close support and collaboration with the EC Project Manager (PjM) and Consortium Coordinator (CC), the Field Officer (FO) is responsible for the successful implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the project activities and outputs at the field level, in the assigned target areas. The FO is also responsible the achievement of the planned specific results of the project in proper quality and time and as per the stipulated project documents. The FO works under supervision of a Field Coordinator, and collaborates with woreda government Officials, TVETS, Kebele administrative officials, community leaders, Private Sector representatives, PIN and other (I)NGO staff.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
- Collaborate with field coordinator in planning, needs assessment/identification, proposal preparation, budgeting, monitoring, reporting
- Actively participate in the procurement process such as preparation of specification for items to be procured under the project, inspection of material during delivery time
- Attaining the adequate results in proper quality and in time and meeting all deadlines
- Assure that all visibility material and events are in accordance with the donor and PIN Guidelines
- Maintaining smooth and professional relations with all project stakeholders
- Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly plan and report specific to the post and submit to field coordinator on time
- Send to the field coordinator on a timely basis, weekly plans and reports of activities achieved. The reports shall be submitted every Thursday morning and will contain a shortlist of activities achieved in the past week and activities planned for the next week.
COORDINATION
- Participate in and facilitate different awareness raising community meetings, campaigns and events in collaboration with Field Coordinators and PjM
- Actively collaborates with PIN’s other ongoing project team members in the project operation areas
DOCUMENTATION
- Document copies of every steps of project activities like list of beneficiaries, distribution list, agreement, attendances, minutes, bylaws, and any necessary documents;
- Prepare the best practices and success stories; prepare photo documentations for the implementation of each project activities;
PLANNING AND REPORTING
- Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly plans and reports specific to the position and submit to the Field Coordinator.
- The reports and plans shall be submitted every Thursday morning and will contain a shortlist of activities achieved in the past week and activities planned for the next one
- Prepare and share quality and professional reports on every training, workshop, meeting, campaign, experience sharing sessions, exposure visits and other project related events
- Plan and submit weekly logistics and cash needs to the Field Coordinator.
COMMUNICATION & NETWORKING
- Organize and document beneficiaries’ profile and progress information and share to the project manager and team members in timely manner
- Communicate regularly with project stakeholders and partners at kebele, zonal and woreda level
- Ensure maintenance of good personal relations to beneficiaries, government staff, partners, project team and supervisor
MATERIAL DEVELOPMENT
- Participate in different materials and guidelines development and revisions as needed/ necessary.
- Facilitate the translation of relevant checklists and tools to Amharic and other local language when necessary
CONFIDENTIALITY
- Keep all the confidential information of the organization as needed
- Employees are obliged not to purvey any information concerning any of PIN activities to outsiders (including former PIN employees, who may no more be informed about current process in PIN
TEAM BUILDING
Build and maintaining excellent personal, interpersonal, team sprit relations within the Project members, PIN staffs, community and other stakeholders
I) Other
- Perform other assignments corresponding to actual needs of the mission, program and project mission upon the request of line manager/CMT
- Substitute other Field Coordinators during absence or as assigned by the Project Manager
- Understand and adhere to overall PIN code of conducts, policies, guidelines and manual
- Understand and Adhere to all donor’s and PIN’s guidelines and policies, with special focus on safeguarding and protection policies
Other: other assignments corresponding to actual needs of the project, program or mission up on the request of line manager/CMT
ACCOUNCOUNTABILITY AND SAFEGUARDING including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH)
• Carry out the duties in accordance with the PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies.
• Participate in training and awareness raising (CoC and KP, Safeguarding…).
• Implement Safeguarding measures throughout the project cycle including a risk analysis related to SEAH and Child protection for each project and develop a mitigation plan accordingly.
• Ensure that his/her team members attend training and awareness sessions and carry out the duties in accordance with PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies.
• Ensure that due diligence and/or capacity assessments of partners include an assessment of partners’ implementation of key safeguarding and risk policies/ procedure including the prevention of SEAH.
• Create and maintain a fulfilling and protective environment.
General obligations and responsibilities
The Employee is obligated not to purvey any information concerning any of PIN activities to outsiders (including former PIN employees, who may no more be informed about current process in PIN).
PIN is a relief and development organization whose aim is to help and assist needy people. The Employee’s position within the institution requires contacts with outside; he or she therefore conveys a certain image of the PIN. PIN expects its Employees to behave in appropriate manners at all times and in all places. All members of staff should ensure their attitudes correspond to PIN principles, both during and after working hours.
The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness. The Agreement of Liability of Assets has been signed separately.
Benefit
- Standard work schedule of 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday
- Per diems for working and Accommodation outside of the duty office depending on the location
- Transport Allowance
- Bank loan facilities
- 20 days of paid annual and after 5 years of work an extra paid day for every year
- Extra days of paid leaves for selected holidays
- Medical insurance, including spouse and children
- Accident insurance for all injuries during work time based on the law
- Pension contribution of 11 % from PIN
- Paternity leave of extra 2 paid days above the mandatory 3 days
- Maternity leave according to the law and extra financial motherhood support
- Monthly mobile phone hybrid tariff
- PIN supports fast career growth and internal mobility
- International environment with opportunities to learn from other PIN’s country programs
- Extensive Capacity Building program, both internal and external trainings, including the Induction training
- Internal online learning opportunities, such as access to PIN’s e-learning platform and webinars
- Annual staff retreat
- Friendly and fair work environment with small collective where everyone knows each other
Qualifications and requirements:
- Education & TVETs development, Sociology, Social work, Partnership Development, Rural Development, Business Administration/Developmental economics, Economics, Market systems development
- 3-5 years Experience in, EU Project management, stakeholders management and engagement, strategic planning, management, reporting, communication with donor, government authorities & partner NGOs, partnership development, coordination with various stakeholders, forums, clusters, etc.
- Good networking, representation and coordination and negotiation skills with stakeholders, government and other agencies.
- Good communication and capacity to work under stress
- Knowledge of spoken & written Amharic, English
- 3 strong references (will be crosschecked/contacted.
How to Apply
- Interested applicants for the position should send their CV and Cover letter as soon as possible via the application form until November 11/2024
- People in Need is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct and committed to promoting the welfare of children and adults with whom People in Need engages /is in contact with. People in Need expects all staff to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with People in Need code of conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp People in Need Staff will undertake the appropriate level of training.
- All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.
- We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Please note: PIN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
