Ethiopia,
Veterinaires Sans Frontieres Germany (VSF)
Vétérinaires Sans Frontières - Germany (VSF Germany) is a non-governmental, non-profit making international Organization, engaged In the field of veterinary relief and development work providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of Importance. With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, and food safety, VSFG works towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities. VSF Germany is registered and licensed in Ethiopia by charities and societies agency as a foreign charity since March 2010 and renewed its license every three years with the recent on April 27, 2016, with license no 1662. VSF Germany implements activities in Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Kenya, and Somalia.VSF Germany seeks to recruit qualified and well experienced employees for projects funded through European Union Trust Fund titled; “Omo Delta project-Expanding the Rangeland to achieve Growth & and Transformation” In south Omo and Bench Maji zones of southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples region. This Is In collaboration with other three partners from Ethiopian side namely Mercy Corps Europe (MCE), VITA (RTI) Ltd, and EPaRDA. The positions to be filled are as follows and in each position women are highly encouraged to apply.Job title: Project OfficerPlace of work: Maji woredaDonor: European UnionMonthly salary: As per VSF Germany salary scaleNo. Of position: One (1)Length of Contract: One year with possible extensionJob Summary: The purpose of Project Officers position is, to effectively implement Omo Delta project in Maji and Surma woredas of Bench Maji zone of SNNPR. S/he ensures the proper implementation of EU funded OMO Delta project with specific role on livelihood activities in collaboration with other VSF Germany staffs. S/he is also responsible for assisting the project manager in project designing, planning, budget preparation, reporting and so on.Key Areas of responsibility:
Engages primarily In the implementation of livelihood component (livestock production, animal health, natural resource management and Fish component) of the project In accordance with project design, implementation planning and other interim plans;Participates In the development of a detailed implementation plan with staff and partners/stakeholders;Ensures that each activities of the project are interlinked and comprehensively covered;Provides technical assistance and support to other team members of the projectMakes sure that project activities are performed In line with the work plan;Participates in project activity and budget planningLead project implementation, monitoring, follow up and evaluation at woreda levelEnsures that summary of community meetings, seminars or workshops facilitated and or attended by project staff is well documented and shared with others;Together with the Project Manager compiles monthly, quarterly, midterm and annual reports for government, Donors and other partners;Together with the Project Manager, properly document the achievements and lessons of the project activities and share with concerned stakeholdersIn dose consultation with the Project Manager liaises with relevant government institutions, counterparts, NGO and CBO partners with the objective of effective implementation of the project activities;Establishes an effective working relationship with consortium member staffs, government, non-governmental and community based organizations;Work cordially with local partners, authorities and leaders in reaching the beneficiaries.Keeps herself/himself updated about recent developments in assigned technical areas and related issues;Facilitates trainings, workshops, experience sharing visits, etc that are related to the needs of target beneficiaries and government line departments
Job Requirement:
University Degree in Animal Science and Production, Veterinary Medicine or development and related fields.At least 5 years of professional experience and NGO experience will be an asset.Knowledge and experience of working with pastoral communities of in SNNPR and speaking local languages will be an added advantageLanguage proficiency in written and spoken English;Computer literacy in MS-Word, Excel;Interpersonal communication and report writing skills