Social / Project Mgmt Jobs in Ethiopia

Stakeholder engagement and coordination consultant about the job fhi 360 is looking for a freelance consultant to support stakeholder engagement, coordination, and partnership management for a project supporting the government of ethiopia in the introduction and scale-up of a quality-assured hormonal iud. the role focuses on strengthening collaboration among key stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of project activities and alignment with national priorities. scope of work a) stakeholder mapping and engagement strategy finalize and maintain a comprehensive stakeholder map, identifying relevant government bodies, ngos, donors, and private sector actors. develop and implement a structured stakeholder engagement and communication plan. b) coordination and facilitation serve as a liaison between fhi 360, moh, engender health, and other partners. coordinate with engender health to integrate lessons learned into project activities. participate in fp twg meetings and other forums representing the project. c) support for workshop and meeting planning support planning and execution of key project workshops and meetings. assist in agenda development, participant identification, and ensuring representation. d) partnership risk management and mitigation identify risks related to partnership dynamics and communication gaps. propose and support implementation of mitigation strategies. e) private sector engagement identify mechanisms to engage the private sector stakeholders. initiate private sector engagement platforms for inclusiveness. f) reporting and documentation document coordination activities, partner engagements, and meeting outcomes. contribute to project reports for fhi 360 and donors. about you key deliverables monthly coordination briefs summarizing engagement activities, decisions, and risks/mitigations. finalized stakeholder engagement and communication plan. support reports for fp twg meeting, cip workshop, and other key workshops. facilitation of private sector engagement activities. final consultancy report summarizing coordination outcomes and recommendations. payment payment will be made based on working days only (excluding weekends). the consultant rate is all inclusive, and no additional claim is to be submitted to fhi 360. tax withholding will apply as per government regulations. travel expenses, if applicable and approved, will be reimbursed separately based on fhi 360 procedures. requirement skill consultancyprofessional experience requirement minimum of 5–8 years of relevant experience proven experience in stakeholder coordination, partnership management, or program management

About the jobat geezjobs, we are looking for a young, energetic, and proactive project manager who can take ownership of projects, coordinate teams, and confidently engage with external partners and stakeholders.responsibilities lead and manage projects from planning to execution coordinate and supervise team members to ensure timely delivery communicate with partners, stakeholders, and potential funders prepare project plans, reports, and updates monitor progress, identify challenges, and implement solutions represent the organization in meetings and discussions take initiative in driving projects independentlyqualifications bachelor’s degree in business, management, social sciences, or related field 2+ years related with employment projects (highly preferable) exposure to ngo, volunteer, or project based work strong communication and stakeholder management skills basic knowledge of project planning and reportingskills energetic, confident, and proactive strong leadership and coordination skills ability to work independently and take ownership excellent communication and interpersonal skills problem-solving mindset and adaptabilitynote: this is very urgent position, so those who apply early will have an advantage

About the jobabout one acre fundfounded in 2006, one acre fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of africa's farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. on average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. this is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions.to learn more, please see our why work here blog post.one acre fund has been working with farmers in the amhara region of ethiopia since 2014, with a specific focus on trees since 2018. the ethiopia program has now expanded into the south region of ethiopia in 2024. our aim with the tree program is to provide not only short-term income opportunities but also long-term benefits, such as soil health improvements and erosion control, so that farmers build resilience over time.about the rolethe innovations & growth lead will be an essential part of our leadership team in one of one acre fund's fastest-growing country programs and report directly to the country director.as an innovations & growth lead, you will sit at the intersection of high-level strategy and "last-mile" delivery, shaping the strategy to plant 100 million trees and generate over $100m additional impact for 440,000 ethiopian farmers by 2030. you will also pioneer the revenue models that will make our impact self-sustaining.you will lead a high-performing team of innovators and m&e specialists to turn a 5-year vision into a rigorous 'learning agenda”: designing the field trials, mastering the data, and proving what works before we scale it to 440,000 households. you will ensure that every piece of data collected in the field informs our highest-level strategic decisions. if you are obsessed with evidence-based growth and love solving complex operational puzzles in the field, this is for you!.success is measured by your ability to reach oaf ethiopia’s 2030 objectives. you will: support our network of 1,000+ nursery managers by improving their production and finding new ways to generate income. engineer innovative, scalable solutions to maximize income for every farmer reached, unlocking opportunities for youth and women. secure our seed supply through large-scale adoption of the best varieties and partnerships like the jimma research centre. define the next frontier and move beyond existing programs to identify "what's next." lead the feasibility studies to transition oaf ethiopia from a traditional ngo model to a revenue-generating organization. investigate the regulatory landscape and operational requirements. research and test the most impactful agricultural practices, products, and services for our farmers.in a single week, you could present our learning agenda to our steerco, deciding which new programs (like carbon credits or market access) are ready for a pilot and which aren't yet viable. you would then work with the tree innovation team to turn raw avocado trial data into a "go/no-go" recommendation for national expansion, before travelling to a remote nursery to troubleshoot a pilot in person, interviewing nursery managers to identify why avocado grafting success rates are lagging, and pivoting the training approach on the spot.responsibilities translate our strategy into action: lead multi-year impact strategies and translate them into specific field interventions across the organization. drive the "learning agenda": define annual critical questions. decide which new services or products enter our pipeline based on scale and roi, then set smart objectives. explore the possibility of adding high-value trees. end-to-end trial management: design multi-year impact models, oversee the full lifecycle of field trials. empower and coach the impact team to research and implement impactful activities. manage activities from hypothesis and budgeting to operational workflows and staff training to translating it into actionable recommendations. evidence-based decision making: partner with our monitoring & evaluation teams to analyze trial data and drive "go/no-go" recommendations for the country director. champion the professional evolution of your direct reports, providing the coaching and clarity needed to turn high-level organizational vision into rigorous, field-level results.career growth and developmentwe have a strong culture of constant learning, and we invest in developing our people. you’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. we hold career reviews every six months and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. you’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.about yourequirements a proven track record with a minimum of 7 years of experience in managing complex projects or operations, or social enterprise programs in emerging markets, e.g., in agricultural innovation, extension, research & development, marketing, product development, consulting or mel in agriculture, public health, or education (including 3+ years in one of our countries of operation). experience identifying strategic gaps and designing "learning agendas" - knowing exactly which questions we need to answer through field trials before committing to a national-scale rollout. field-first mindset: significant experience living and working in rural or "last-mile" settings, with a deep understanding of the associated operational challenges. experimental design & "piloting" mindset: proven ability to design and execute field trials or pilot programs. you understand how to set up a "test vs. control" environment to see if a new intervention actually drives impact. you understand kpis and success metrics and you have the judgment to adjust as needed when challenges come. evaluation frameworks: analyze qualitative/quantitative field data, and turn raw results into a "go/no-go" recommendation for leadership. a plus if experience working with monitoring & evaluation (m&e) teams to design surveys. experience managing large teams (5-10+ team members) and delivering projects successfully. english required, amharic preferred.preferred start dateas soon as possiblebenefitshealth insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefitseligibilityone acre fund can support a work permit for this role. however, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred.