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Background of the Project:

Livelihoods Improvement for Women and Youth in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia-(LI-WAY) program is being   implemented by consortium partners with SNV as a lead and including Mercy Corps, Techno Serve and Save the Children International. The program aims to improve the livelihoods of over 200,000 poor people with a focus on youth and women by increasing their income and access to economic opportunities. The program will achieve this through activating, catalyzing and promoting market –based solutions to address systemic constraints that undermine the potential of selected sub sectors in creating jobs and increasing income for women, youth and the poor in Addis Ababa. The program is financed by Sida and the Embassy of Kingdom of Netherlands

Purpose of the job

The Project Manager shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the project activities implementation and Consortium partners. The Project Manager will lead and oversee all aspects of the LIWAY project including planning and implementation of all project activities, results-based management, and  and client/partners relations. The Project Manager will lead a diverse team of multi-partner advisors and professionals to deliver ambitious targets leading to improved livelihoods for 200000+ youth and women in Addis Ababa.  S/he will report directly to the Director of Program and Sector Lead Agrifood of SNV Ethiopia and will be the secretary of the project steering committee of the project.

As senior management team of SNV, the Project Manager will actively engage in SNV Ethiopia program initiatives and specifically contribute to business development, knowledge development, and representation of SNV.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project setup and design
• Program strategic, operational, and management oversight and leadership
• Business Development
• Analysis and reporting
• Knowledge Development
• Project quality assurance

• Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant disciplines: International development, Business management and administration, Economics, Labour markets development, or a related field of study - appropriate for a market-based approach to employment and social protection in urban contexts

• minimum substantial experience (at least 10 years) of design and implementation of development co-operation projects in relevant fields in developing countries, of which at least 5 years in Sub-Saharan African countries
• Relevant technical expertise and understanding of and considerable (at least 5 years) practical experience in applying the MSD approach.
• Proven experience in urban livelihood improvement project management.
• Demonstrated experience in promoting engagement and social mobilization of women and youth

Management Competence: 

• Substantial experience (at least three years) in program management of large-scale, complex development cooperation projects including consortium management
• Demonstrated ability and experience in managing projects in a flexible and entrepreneurial manner, with a facilitative approach, while retaining a strong focus on results and project implementation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven team-building ability, necessary to support, motivate, and mentor staff and partners
• Ability to create a creative, open-minded, constructive, and innovative working environment.
• Ability to incorporate or work with local organizations and actors in accordance with the relevant Ethiopian context
• Proven track record of managing project budgets and financial planning

Additional Information

Contract Type: National

Expected start date: As soon as possible.

Duty Station:  Addis Ababa

Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability. 

How to Apply
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on the 13th October 2023. Please submit your application only via Smart Recruiters. All information will be in the strictest confidence. 
If we see that your experience and skills match the requirements of the position, we will contact you to advise you of the next steps in the recruitment process.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Vetting
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