Job Description

The Ethiopian Diabetes Association was established on January 23, 1984 G.C (1976E.C) for the purpose of providing a forum to diabetes patients so that they can discuss ways of prevention, the provision of information and treatment for all affected by diabetes.  It is the first patient-based association in the country.

Position summary:  

The Project Officer will report to the program manager/General Manager and He/ She will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating Project activities and closely work with partners. She/he ensures that regular monitoring and evaluation of project progress are conducted and findings of best practices are documented and feed into the planning process.

 

Major Duties & Responsibilities 

• Prepare a detail activity plan in collaboration with the program manager.
• Facilitation and implementation of planned activities through proper coordination and provision of technical support.
• Timely execution of activities at a high-quality level
• Organize and coordinate training for EDA regional branch office focal representatives in project management & data collection procedures for program/project implementation.
• Establish & Create progress reports monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annually.
• Establish & create a common understanding among implementing partners and ensure smooth implementation of the project.
• Create smooth relationships with trainees, government bureaus, and other partners at different levels.
• Take part in program planning, proposal writing, documenting best practices, and monitoring project activities.
• Organizing and updating the necessary information and data of diabetic children and young adults for “CDIC-WDF” projects.
• Take responsibility for following the implementation and outcome of training in the respective project implementation sites of CDIC-WDF.
• Take responsibility for the preparation of magazines, newsletters, and other publications of the CDIC-WDF project achievement as needed.
• Ensure that regular monitoring and evaluation of CDIC-WDF project progress are conducted and findings of best practices are documented and feed into the planning process.
• Make sure that any budget request is prepared in detail and in line with the agreement and policy and also the plan in the project document.
• Perform other activities as per the need of the organization and guidance from the supervisor.

Report to:  Program Manager/General Manager

Required number: One

 

Employment Category:One-year contract with possible extension

Education:

• MPH with a background in nursing, health education, or other health-related fields.

Experience:

• Experience in managing/coordinating health programs
• familiarity with the Ethiopian health sector and transformation plan
• Experience in NGO Environment is advantageous
• Sufficient knowledge and experience in the Diabetes area at the national/ international level.
• Knowledge and experience in diabetic campaigns and education.
• Minimum of four years’ experience

Additional Training:

• Computer Training Certificate /excellent computer usage
• Project /Program Management training Certificate is an added value

Competencies/ Technical skills

• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work under pressure
• Good planning and prioritizing skills;
• Demonstrable professionalism and facilitation abilities;
• Excellent report writing skill

Competencies/ Personal attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and foster trust and respect.
• Self-motivated, highly organized and detail-oriented
• Flexible and able to work well under pressure.
•  Have integrity
•  Strong team player

Languages

• Fluency in spoken and written English and Amharic

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