Organization Background: Mothers and Children Multisectoral Development Organization (MCMDO) is an Ethiopian resident charity organization registered in accordance with the charities and societies proclamation No 621/2019 with a certificate No 0022. MCMDO currently is being implementing different Emergency and developmental projects in Oromiya , SNNPR, Somali, Gambella, Benishangul Gumuz , Tigray, Afar, Amhara, Harari, Dire Dawa and City Administration of Addis Ababa.

To meet its objectives MCMDO calls for competent professionals to apply for the following vacant positions.

 Location: Oromia Region (Six Woredas of East and Southwest Showa)

Post Type: National

Reports To:  Program Manager

Job Summary:

The project coordinator is responsible to plan, coordinate, implement, and monitor all interventions and activities related to community engagement, health literacy, advocacy, and social accountability at USAID ECA implementation areas. In addition, s/he is expected to work closely with ECA consortium partners, key government sectors, and other implementing partners in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and sharing of lessons and learning for project activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage woreda project staff and coordinate with USAID ECA consortium partners to realize the USAID ECA goals and objectives
• Manage and coordinate the implementation of all community engagement, health literacy, social mobilization, social accountability mechanisms and platforms, and advocacy interventions and activities at USAID ECA woredas
• Lead the capacity development of staff, NSAs, and government staff on USAID Empowered Communities project interventions and activities
• Ensure the project activities and interventions are implemented according to the standards and quality
• Work closely with USAID ECA consortium partners in the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of interventions and activities at the project
• Provide technical and managerial oversight to Woreda project coordinators
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual work plan to their organization and USAID ECA consortium partners
• Provide and ensure utilization of job aids, tools, guides, and manuals for community engagement, advocacy, social accountability systems, and platforms
• Work closely with USAID ECA consortium partners to enhance capacity, contextualize, and carry out the project interventions and activities in the USAID ECA woreda
• Regularly conduct follow-up visits, supportive supervision, performance reviews, and experience sharing jointly with woreda coordinators and government stakeholders
• Work closely with RHBs, ZHDs, WorHOs, and woreda coordinators to plan and execute various training on community engagement, health literacy, advocacy, social accountability
• Participate at relevant technical & coordination meetings such as TWGs in the region and promotes partnerships and networking
• Prepare and submit biweekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports to their leadership and USAID ECA regional team
• Assist in the development of project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Serve as a point of contact for project teams and stakeholders.
• Identify, document, and share success stories, lessons and learning Schedule and organize project meetings, including preparation of agendas and follow-up on action items.
• Any responsibilities assigned by the supervisor

About You

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in health fields, Social Science, or related fields with experience related to community engagement and empowerment, social accountability, social behavior change
• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated coordination and managerial experience in project planning, implementation, and monitoring
• Familiarity and demonstrated experience with Ethiopian Primary Health Care system including the Community Health Program, community engagement, community structures
• Demonstrated experiences on capacity development of NSAs/CSOs
• Experience in evidence synthesis and analysis for program and intervention design
• Experience of working with local governments, international organizations, other bilateral donor and civil society organizations, and senior level government officials is desired.
• Able to work with minimum supervision.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in virtual software (e.g.,MS teams, Google meet , zoom ).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the local language

Interested applicants who met the minimum requirements should send your application letter with your CV not more than five page and in English detailing your experience and skills that are

relevant to the post through [email protected] and put in copy [email protected] within 5 days

Please do not attach copies of your transcripts, academic degrees or recommendation letters with the application. You will provide them upon request.

Since MCMDO is a child-safe organization, protecting and promoting children’s welfare is a top concern. We employ stringent hiring practices to guarantee that every employee is qualified to

work

with the kids that our programs serve.

MCMDO is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action company that values diversity in the workplace. Without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, disability,

marital status, sexual orientation, sexual preference, genetic information, political affiliation, or protected veteran status in any employment decisions, we are dedicated to providing equal

employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees.

Address:     Ginfele infront of RasAmba Hotel.

Tel: 011-8697461