Ethiopia: Program Officer - Ethiopia

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: SFO-Program/Officer 2016
1. Background
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has received funds from the European Union through its Somali Facilitation Office to support state formation, peace building and the political process in Somalia.
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Position Title:** Program Officer, EU funded Project
Accountable to: Special envoy and Facilitator of SFO
Job Group: Project staff
Organizational Unit: Somalia Peace and National Reconciliation Office (SFO)
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Opening Date: January 26, 2015
Closing Date: February 06, 2016 by close of business hour 5:30 PM

2. Job summary:

Under the overall guidance of the Facilitator of Somalia Peace and National Reconciliation office (SFO) the incumbent will help to ensure that existing EU supported IGAD Program delivery and new design work is delivered to a high standard

3. Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee IGAD and implementing partners and contractors, to ensure the programmes progress smoothly;
• S/he will provide programme management support to ensure that the EU supported projects under IGAD Somalia Office fully comply with EU policy and procedures thereby contributing to EU Somalia’s strategic objectives, risk management, results tracking, and transparent reporting;
• S/he will assist in the management of the IGAD EU portfolio which will largely involve, but is not limited to, project cycle management including regular monitoring and evaluation, narrative reporting,
• Play a key role in ensuring documentation as regards the use of EU funds, from consultation on strategy through to reporting on risk and results;
• S/he will be responsible for managing EU IGAD contracts and payments and ensuring reporting requirements are met;
• Be responsible to take on internal communications regarding the EU supported projects and representation work on behalf of the IGAD Somalia Office. The officer will also represent the IGAD Somalia Office at donor and government meetings in consultation with the head of the office. The officer will participate in field visits, compiling and distributing donor reports, and negotiating better outcomes for the EU with partners in areas such as results tracking, risk management and value for money;

4. Minimum Requirements.

a) A minimum of BA Degree from a recognized university ,in Business Administration, or any other relevant social science field
b) A minimum of five years’ related work experience with a respectable organization,
c) Knowledge of the IGAD region Specifically Somalia is mandatory
d) High level of personal and professional integrity with strong analytical skills and ability to function well in a multi-cultural environment

**5. Key Skills and competencies:****

1. Motivated and experienced development professional with the ability to deliver high-quality programming, budget tracking and detailed reporting.


2. Ability to develop rapidly, strong organisational awareness of EU, IGAD and other donor programme management systems and requirements.


3. Skill and competency to strengthen links and learning with similar EU funded projects in conflict contexts.


4. Ability to work comfortably at a pace within a busy team that travels frequently.


5. Strong interpersonal skills and orientation as a team member;


6. Strong communication skill with ability to prepare, present and discuss findings in written and oral form.

6. Language Skills

Proficiency in English Language is required. Knowledge of Somali Language is Advantageous.

7. DURATION

The tenure of the assignment is fixed term for a duration of eighteen (18) months8. How to apply:**
Only those interested candidates who meet the profile stated should submit their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, copies of both academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three reputable referees, contact details (e-mail, telephone) to the following address: