WEST HARARGE ZONE ZONAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR – HIGHLAND RESILIENCE ACTIVITY: OROMIA REGION_ Re Advertised
Mercy CorpsOromia Region, Ethiopia
Posted December 24, 2024
Full Time
About the Company
Mercy Corps is a global humanitarian organization that partners with communities in over 40 countries to drive transformative change through economic development, emergency response, and conflict management. Its core programs address hunger, food security, and nutrition while empowering women and youth to become local change agents. By injecting millions in small‑business loans and grants, Mercy Corps strengthens local markets as engines of long‑term recovery. The organization’s distinctive approach blends on‑the‑ground partnership with evidence‑based interventions, having delivered $3.7 billion in lifesaving assistance since 1979. Mercy Corps’ culture of collaboration and belief in human potential inspires employees to build resilient, inclusive futures.
Job Description
The Zonal Program Coordinator leads and coordinates the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Highland Resilience Activity (HRA) at the Zonal level, ensuring high-quality and effective delivery of the program.
Requirements
- BA/BSc in a relevant field, or equivalent experience
- At least 4 years in a middle or position
- Strong knowledge and working understanding of PSNP and USAID (United States Agency for International Development) Food Security and Resilience programs.
- Strong understanding of market-based livelihoods and proven experience of sequencing, layering, and integrating different activities
- Excellent partnership, communication, and advocacy skills and the ability to interact effectively with donors, collaborating agencies, local and government partners.
- Excellent organization and planning skills and ability to resolve problems constructively.
- Computer literate, with strong knowledge of MS Office applications
- Flexibility, persistence, and ability to work well in a multi-sectoral team.
- Ability and willingness to travel to areas with fragile security situations.