Oxfam GB Programme Quality and Learning Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
Oxfam GB Programme Quality and Learning Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
key ResponsibilitiesStrategic management and thought leadershipUnderstand and ensure compliance with Oxfam and donor programme policies and procedures, in particular lead in the roll out of Oxfam’s programme quality frameworks such as CAMSA
Contribute to the development and implementation of country strategy and develop and coordinate operational plans to achieve the strategy towards V2020 process.
Contribute to and support implementation of regional and global Oxfam programme quality strategies, processes, policies, and initiatives. This includes contributing to effective corporate processes and reporting (e.g. Output reporting, indicative outcome areas, Program Quality Reviews etc).
Work with the Programme Director and the different teams to ensure quality, coherence and impact of the Ethiopia programme through monitoring and evaluation (advisory and oversight role) of the impact of the various components of the programme.
Provide a critically analysis of programme strategies and approaches and facilitate appropriate changes to ensure programme outcomes are sustainable
In collaboration with the Programme Director, Gender, Livelihood, Resilience, Humanitarian and Influencing Coordinators and teams to design and facilitate programme review/audit process and follow through on effective and timely resolution of matters arising.
Manage consultants and other service providers when required
Managing programme monitoring, evaluation accountability and learning
Strengthen donor and beneficiary accountability within the humanitarian and development programmes.
Provide technical advice and support in designing and implementing long term development and humanitarian response programme and project MEAL systems, including the definition of specific processes, methodologies and tools.
Develop, manage plans and coordinate implementation for monitoring and country learning reviews including contributions to strategic technical planning and design of programmes, proposal writing and log frame development
Organize and manage various knowledge/learning platforms including an online/physical resource centre for use by Oxfam staff and partner organizations.
Manage capturing, documentation and communication of innovation and best practices within/out country programme and share this across programmes, staff and partners
Working with partners and stakeholders
Working closely with Partner Capacity Building Specialist to coordinate the assessment of programme staff and partner programme management capacity
Work with the Oxfam and partners’ humanitarian response team to develop a culture of programme quality and knowledge-driven programming, providing support to management for evidence-based decision making processes.
Provide guidance to and support developers and authorisers in ensuring that humanitarian response programme quality is embedded in new projects and that developed projects meet Oxfam quality standards. Influence funding and decision-making processes to ensure adequate resource allocation for MEAL.
Advice and support Oxfam and partner teams on quality information gathering and analysis at community, local and national level to facilitate informed programme and project design.
Other
Required to adhere to Oxfam’s principles and values as well as the promotion of gender justice and women's rights
Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equity, diversity, gender, child safety and staff health and wellbeing principles
skills, experience and knowledge
Essential
Bachelor (BA) or Degree from a recognized university / collage in Social Sciences, Economic Development, International Development or other areas that bring an added value to the related job.
Relevant experience of 7-10 years for BA / Degree holders (ie. developing and implementing MEAL frameworks, data gathering tools, conducting evaluations and field research in
developing countries), preferably in an international NGO, out of which 2 years should be supervisory/managerial experience
Strong technical competence in research, learning and monitoring and evaluation methods theory and practice. Good critical grasp of latest sector thinking, codes, standards and practice
Understanding of a broad range of programme quality issues and the practical issues faced by programme managers in demonstrating impact
Excellent knowledge of programme development and delivery approaches, tools, methodologies and best practices
Experience of working with multi-donor contracts and knowledge/ experience of their reporting requirements
Commitment to Oxfam’s overall aims and policies and experience of promoting women’s rights and the interests of marginalized people in all aspects of Oxfam’s work
Knowledge of capacity building, learning and development activities and how to create a learning and sharing environment with a strong knowledge management basis and experience of delivering capacity building programmes for national level organisations
Commitment to and knowledge of working with partner-led operational approaches, developing and supporting partner organisations to achieve direct impact and results relating to the programme objectives
Ability to manage competing tasks. Ability to prioritise and produce high level output consistently
Strong conceptual, analytical and critical thinking
High levels of strategic and people management skills, able to support and mentor teams in their professional and personal growth and use a variety of strategies and approaches to motivate teams
Strong organisational and personal management skills, with ability to prioritise work issues to meet deadlines with minimal supervision and adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through
Excellent personal communication skills, in written and verbal English and Amharic, with high impact influencing and persuasive skills an able to represent Oxfam to donors and external institutions
Excellent knowledge of the political economy in Ethiopia, politically astute, with a good understanding of key external organisations, how they operate and make decisions, and the country development context
Ability to work effectively with others persuading, influencing, negotiating and supporting, following as required in order to achieve targets
Good research and analytical skills and ability to write quality reports and make recommendations for improvements
Competent in the use of computers especially spreadsheets (Excel), and word processing preferably Word and other Microsoft Office applications like Power Point. Competent in the use of email packages
Flexibility in terms of travel and working hours. Working away from the office for periods of up to 2 weeks at a time approximately 4 times in any 12 months.
Willingness to travel including medium/high risk areas
Desirable
Post graduate qualification in relevant field of study
Experience of working in a high profile/large and humanitarian INGO
Experience of working with Oxfam systems
Knowledge on donor contract management and compliance issues
Key Attributes
Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities
Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work
Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Oxfam GB Programme Quality and Learning Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
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