Reach for Change Country Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
Reach for Change Ethiopia is looking for a country manager. As Country Manager Ethiopia, you will be part of a brave, smart and passionate team working for Reach for Change and reporting to our Regional Director, Africa.
Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the Country Manager will lead the Reach for Change program in Ethiopia, in line with the overall long-term strategy for the organization.
This includes maintaining and strengthening existing key stakeholder relations, building new partnerships, leading and administering the local organization and team, communicating to relevant stakeholders, and managing and monitoring the implementation of the program.
Primary responsibilities include
Management
Lead our Ethiopia Team to achieve the country’s strategy and objectives, creating a positive atmosphere, pushing others to reach their full potential, while working in a very flexible team where we help each other out.
Manage the budget and ensure all financial and auditing processes are implemented and complied with, and that the Ethiopia operations are run efficiently and effectively.
Business Development – grow, diversify and secure funding from new and existing partners and funding sources, including managing relationships with existing and new funding and program partners and developing winning proposals; building on Reach for Change’s relationships with key Ethiopian and international donors and partners in partnership with Regional Development Manager and Regional Director.
Other duties as assigned by the Regional Director, Africa.
Strategy and Implementation
Develop and implement a locally relevant country strategy and operation in keeping with the Reach for Change strategic plan and regional priorities to achieve the maximum social impact for social entrepreneurs and children.
Lead the Reach for Change organization in Ethiopia with the goal of unleashing the power of social entrepreneurship and innovation to create a better world for children, in keeping with the long-term strategy of the organization.
Continue to build the sense of ‘One Reach for Change’ by promoting a collaborative culture and efficient sharing of resources across teams, primarily with central functions and our Africa Team, but also with the rest of the organization where cross-collaborations have been agreed.
Design and execute locally relevant search and selection, accelerator and incubator programs for social entrepreneurs in keeping with the global strategy and regional priorities.
Required qualifications and experience
Required education
Masters degree in business, economics, public administration or a related discipline.
Required knowledge and experience
8+ years of progressively responsible leadership positions, with a distinguished record of relevant accomplishments in the non-profit sector and/or business sector
Minimum 5 years of experience in fundraising or business development positions with demonstrated experience successfully fundraising for a
non-profit from foundations and institutions. Experience fundraising from corporates, high-net-worth individuals and general public is a plus.
Tangible experience of having expanded and cultivated existing funding relationships
Ability to construct, articulate and implement annual strategic fundraising plan
Proven track record of success in representing an organization with partners; government agencies, private sector organizations, media and donors nationally and globally
Good knowledge of or experience working with social entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship development or knowledge on current thinking and practices in the field of social entrepreneurship and social sector in Ethiopia
Evidence of being an entrepreneurial and strategic leader who is passionate about social change, with strong leadership skills and the ability to guide a team in reaching Reach for Change Ethiopia’s strategic and programmatic objectives
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence and engage a wide range of funders and influencers and build long-term relationships - the holder of this post must develop and nurture relationships across a wide spectrum of stakeholders (Government, Donors, INGOs and local NGOs, academic bodies, private sector entities and relevant local civil society etc.)
Ability to work cooperatively to build networks and satisfy needs of internal and external stakeholders
A collaborative “can do” attitude and a desire for continuous improvement
A professional and resourceful style; the ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative, and to manage multiple, sometimes conflicting priorities
High energy and passion for Reach for Change’s mission is essential
Strong organizational and time and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail and deadlines
Demonstrated ability to work sensitively with diverse people, cultures and communities
Sensitive to cross cutting issues and approaches such as gender, child protection, accountability, resilience, inclusion and behavior change
Ethiopia-specific experience in working in the development sector is a plus
Technical and other skills
Good computer skills and familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Ability to understand and use web based applications and platforms
Excellent spoken and written fluency in English - the CM will be responsible for the preparation, writing and submission of high-quality proposals and reports in English, as well as extensive communication with Donors, HQ, and partners in English, ability to speak and write in Amharic is a plus
Readiness for some travel
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to hr.africa@reachforchange.org with “Country Manager, Ethiopia” in the subject line. Please note candidates will be considered on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as a great candidate is found. By 31st August, 2018
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