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People in Need is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanism, freedom, equality and solidarity. We consider human dignity and freedom to be fundamental values. We believe that people anywhere in the world should have the right to make decisions about their lives and to share the rights expressed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

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The People in Need organization was established in 1992 by a group of Czech war correspondents who were no longer satisfied with merely relaying information about ongoing conflicts and began sending out aid. It gradually became established as a professional humanitarian organization striving to provide aid in troubled regions and support adherence to human rights around the world.

Throughout our over 25 years of its existence, People in Need has become one of the biggest non-profit organizations in Central Europe. In addition to humanitarian aid and human rights, it now also targets education and helps people living in social exclusion.

We are part of Alliance2015, 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 aimed at influencing the attitudes of politicians and the general public in Europe.

In our over 16 years operation in Ethiopia, has focused on projects in five main areas of interest: Education and Social protection, Environment, Livelihood and Agriculture, Water, sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Emergency programs

More information at www.peopleinneed.cz     or     https://www.clovekvtisni.cz/en/what-we-do/humanitarian-aid-and-development/ethiopia

PIN currently invites applicants for the position of:

Field Officer (FO) is responsible on field level activities of the project entitled “Strengthening Livelihoods and Nutrition through Improved Community Services in Sidama and Gedeo Zones, SNNPR, Ethiopia (September 2017 – December 31,2020)” and ensure the timely implementation and quality of IYCF and other nutrition-related activities. Work in close collaboration with the team and concerned bodies to ensure integration of nutrition and agricultural activities.
o    Design IYCF activities (elaborate proposed activities, time schedule, establish the system for M&E) o    Timely implementation of project activities to meet all deadlines o    Ensure an excellent working relationship with partners, local government and HEWs o    Ensure quality, accurateness, and timeliness of any nutrition-related surveys or data collection o    Design training modules for different target groups and Conduct and/or coordinate training for health office staff, HEWs, HDAs/volunteers, and other Kebele/Woreda level stakeholders. o    Supervision of activities at the community level: household visits, consultations, community conversations, focus group discussions, general community meetings, and others o    Adhere to all donor’s and PIN’s guidelines and policies o    Preparation and submission of internal reports and external reports (following appropriate validation by PIN) o    Responsibly use all equipment assigned, ensuring proper storage and maintenance where required. Permission must be sought from the Field Coordinator, Project Manager or logistics staff before assigning the equipment for people/organizations external to PIN. o    Assist Field Coordinator and Project Manager in the planning logistics and financial needs and assurance of cost-effective utilization of budget o    Management of local team following PIN HR manual
o    Participate in selection of Community Facilitators or other community-based staff in cooperation with the Field Coordinator and Project Manager
o    Suggestions on improvements in program’s quality, relevance, and efficiency
o    Substituting other Field Officers during their leave/absence as assigned by the Field Coordinator/Project Manager
o    Other assignments corresponding to the actual needs of the mission.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Food science and other related fields of study
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Field level project activities.
• Experience in Agriculture sector, nutrition, cooperative development, value chain and livelihood are advantageous.
• Experience of working with teams and field level activity handling skills.
• Written communication skills and ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc).
• Skill of spoken & written Amharic and English languages. Sidamgna and Gedeo languages skill will be an advantage.
• 3 strong references (will be crosschecked)