FAWE Ethiopia invites qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following vacant post.
Position: Program Associate
Job Summary:
The Program Associate will support various tasks and activities to promote positive change in girls’ education programs. Responsibilities include following up on ongoing programs and providing relevant professional and technical support. Additionally, the role involves assisting in the development of new programs and effectively utilizing resources to meet the organization’s mission, objectives, and goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Planning and Documentation:
- Assist in developing detailed project plans, including objectives, timelines, and resource needs.
- Help maintain comprehensive documentation of all project activities, processes, and outcomes.
- Support the preparation of project briefs, concept notes, and other planning documents.
- Ensure planning activities align with the strategic goals of the organization.
Program Management:
- Provide basic professional and technical support to keep programs on track.
- Assist in ensuring program activities align with the organization’s mission and goals.
- Help utilize resources effectively to achieve program objectives.
Project Implementation:
- Assist in coordinating the execution of projects/programs according to approved plans.
- Support the timely and effective implementation of project activities.
- Help identify and resolve challenges or bottlenecks in project execution.
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E):
- Analyze M&E data to evaluate project impact and effectiveness.
- Support the preparation of M&E reports and recommendations for project improvement.
- Ensure data quality and integrity in all monitoring and evaluation activities.
Reporting:
- Highlight key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned in reports.
- Compile and assist in submitting regular progress reports to senior management, donors, and stakeholders.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Support communication of project objectives, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback and incorporate it into project plans.
- Identify opportunities for collaboration to enhance program reach and impact.
Lobby and Advocacy:
- Support advocacy efforts for girls’ education and gender equality at local, regional, and national levels.
- Assist in developing advocacy strategies to influence policies and practices impacting girls’ education.
- Engage with policymakers, educators, and other stakeholders to promote FAWE Ethiopia’s mission.
- Participate in campaigns, events, and other advocacy activities to raise awareness and support.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related fields.
- Experience in project planning, management, and implementation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Passion for girls’ education and gender equality advocacy.
Application Process:
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their application letter, updated resume/CV, and copies of educational certificates via Apply Here.
Deadline: August, 23/2024
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to avoid missing the deadline. Good luck!