The Feed the Future Ethiopia Value Chain Activity, part of the United States Government initiative and Ethiopia’s Agricultural Growth Program II, has the strategic objective of improving smallholder productivity and commercialization. Implemented by Fintrac Inc. The Feed the Future Ethiopia Value Chain Activity is inviting competent candidates to apply for the positions of Capacity Building Coordinator. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated development practitioner to make a real contribution to smallholder commercialization and agriculture transformation. The Capacity Building Coordinator is based in Addis Ababa.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Receives all concept notes prepared by program staff
- Coordinates technical reviews of concept notes and liaises with technical staff to finalize content.
- Develops detailed, compliant budgets for all activities proposed in each concept.
- Determines appropriate mechanism for implementing each concept, and drafts first draft of the necessary Short Term Technical Assistance (STTA), Technology Fund, Partner Fund or other documents, using the approved templates
- Maintains a concept note tracker, updated weekly, to track the progress of concept notes according to the value chain, from initial draft through approval and implementation.
- Keeps the Operations team appraised of upcoming activities, and the need for procurement, event coordination, and STTA.
- Provides the required information for the DCOP/Finance and Administration to request USAID approvals for STTAs, Technology Funds, Partner Funds, and other activities as needed
- Maintains concept note paper files, including all drafts, approvals, related email correspondence, meeting notes
- Contribute to program reports, success stories, etc. as required.
- Filling documents
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned
Job Requirements
- A degree in Business or related field of study from a recognized university;
- 5 to 7 years of experience within an NGO, preferably with experience working with USAID projects;
- Demonstrated ability to set priorities and to work with minimum supervision in order to meet changing deadlines;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; in English and Amharic;
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
- Proven knowledge and experience to use MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook, internet
- Excellent coordination, team building, and management skills.
How to Apply
Candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to [email protected]
On the subject line, please clearly write the position and the region you are applying for
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application deadline is April 30, 2019
More Information
- Job City Addis Ababa
