Consortium Lead

Our Profile

People in Need is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanity, freedom, equality and solidarity.

People in Need was established in 1992 by a group of Czech war correspondents, journalists and activists and has grown to become one of the largest non-profit organization in Central and Eastern Europe.

Throughout our 30 years of existence, People in Need continues to engage in humanitarian aid, development cooperation, education and social inclusion.

We have been operating in Ethiopia since 2003, working in Five regions; Oromia, Central Ethiopia, South Ethiopia, Sidama and Tigray in different multi sectoral projects in the areas of development and emergency response.

People in Need, from the very start of its operations in Ethiopia, has focused on projects in five main areas of interest: Education, Agriculture, Climate and Environment, Water and Social protection.

We are part of Alliance 2015, (https://www.alliance2015.org/ a strategic network of seven European non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian aid and development projects. This collaboration increases effectiveness, both in working in the target countries and in campaigns change to advocacy aimed at influencing the attitudes and policies of politicians and general public opinion and awareness in Europe.

More information at https://www.peopleinneed.net/ or HERE.

PIN would like to invite energetic, disciplined, responsible Consortium Lead applicant to work under Emergency department

Length of Contract: for 7 months with high possible extension

Number required: 1 (one)

Salary: 838 USD

Place of Work: – Based in Addis Ababa with frequent field travel to Oromia and Amhara region.
Reports to: Emergency Response and Recovery Program Manager (ERRPM)

Job Summary:

The Consortium Lead will provide strategic leadership and coordination for the EiE and Protection-focused emergency response consortium. The role involves managing relationships with implementing partners, ensuring the timely and effective delivery of interventions, and maintaining compliance with donor and humanitarian standards. The Consortium Lead will work closely with Project Managers, government agencies, donors, and other key stakeholders to strengthen programmatic impact, accountability, and visibility of the response.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Oversight and Leadership

• Lead and oversee the overall implementation of EiE and Protection interventions under the consortium.
• Facilitate coordination between partner organizations, ensuring a harmonized approach to project delivery.
• Maintain strong communication with donors, government authorities, and humanitarian coordination mechanisms.
• Represent the consortium in relevant cluster meetings (Education, Child Protection, GBV) and ensure participation in inter-agency coordination forums.
• Develop and implement partner capacity-strengthening initiatives, including training and technical support.

2. Program Planning & Implementation

• Develop and oversee the implementation of detailed work plans, budgets, and procurement plans.
• Ensure alignment of activities with Education in Emergencies (EiE) standards, INEE Minimum Standards, and Child Protection Minimum Standards.
• Oversee the establishment and support of Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS), teacher training, distribution of learning materials, and psychosocial support programs.
• Ensure integration of protection within EiE interventions, including safe learning environments, GBV prevention, and referral mechanisms.
• Conduct regular field monitoring visits and provide technical guidance to implementing partners.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy

• Build and maintain strong relationships with the Ministry of Education, child protection authorities, donors, and community leaders.
• Advocate for policy changes and funding to enhance EiE and Protection interventions.
• Promote meaningful community participation in project design, implementation, and monitoring.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEAL) systems are in place for tracking project progress.
• Lead the development of high-quality donor reports, case studies, and best practices.
• Ensure the collection and analysis of gender-disaggregated data and feedback mechanisms to improve project effectiveness.
• Support real-time evaluations and learning events to enhance program quality.

5. Financial & Compliance Management

• Ensure consortium partners adhere to donor regulations, organizational policies, and humanitarian principles.
• Lead budget oversight and financial tracking for consortium activities.
• Mitigate risks related to fraud, corruption, and operational security.

ACCOUNCOUNTABILITY AND SAFEGUARDING including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH)

• Carry out the duties in accordance with the PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies.
• Participate in training and awareness raising (CoC and KP, Safeguarding…).
• Implement Safeguarding measures throughout the project cycle including a risk analysis related to SEAH and Child protection for each project and develop a mitigation plan accordingly.
• Ensure that his/her team members attend training and awareness sessions and carry out the duties in accordance with PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies.
• Ensure that due diligence and/or capacity assessments of partners include an assessment of partners’ implementation of key safeguarding and risk policies/ procedure including the prevention of SEAH.
• Create and maintain a fulfilling and protective environment.
• General obligations and responsibilities
• The Employee is obligated not to purvey any information concerning any of PIN activities to outsiders (including former PIN employees, who may no more be informed about current process in PIN).
• PIN is a relief and development organization whose aim is to help and assist needy people. The Employee’s position within the institution requires contacts with outside; he or she therefore conveys a certain image of the PIN. PIN expects its Employees to behave in appropriate manners at all times and in all places. All members of staff should ensure their attitudes correspond to PIN principles, both during and after working hours.
• The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness. The Agreement of Liability of Assets has been signed separately.

General obligations and responsibilities

The Employee is obligated not to purvey any information concerning any of PIN activities to outsiders (including former PIN employees, who may no more be informed about current process in PIN).

PIN is a relief and development organization whose aim is to help and assist needy people. The Employee’s position within the institution requires contacts with outside; he or she therefore conveys a certain image of the PIN. PIN expects its Employees to behave in appropriate manners at all times and in all places. All members of staff should ensure their attitudes correspond to PIN principles, both during and after working hours.

The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness. The Agreement of Liability of Assets has been signed separately.

PIN is a relief and development organization whose aim is to help and assist needy people. The Employee’s position within the institution requires contacts with outside; he or she therefore conveys a certain image of the PIN. PIN expects its Employees to behave in appropriate manners at all times and in all places. All members of staff should ensure their attitudes correspond to PIN principles, both during and after working hours.

The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness. The Agreement of Liability of Assets has been signed separately.

Benefit

• Standard work schedule of 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday
• Per diems for working and Accommodation outside of the duty office depending on the location
• Transport Allowance
• Bank loan facilities
• 20 days of paid annual and after 5 years of work an extra paid day for every year
• Extra days of paid leaves for selected holidays
• Medical insurance, including spouse and children
• Accident insurance for all injuries during work time based on the law
• Pension contribution of 11 % from PIN
• Paternity leave of extra 2 paid days above the mandatory 3 days
• Maternity leave according to the law and extra financial motherhood support
• Monthly mobile phone hybrid tariff
• PIN supports fast career growth and internal mobility
• International environment with opportunities to learn from other PIN’s country programs
• Extensive Capacity Building program, both internal and external trainings, including the Induction training
• Internal online learning opportunities, such as access to PIN’s e-learning platform and webinars
• Annual staff retreat
• Friendly and fair work environment with small collective where everyone knows each other

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Humanitarian Studies, Protection, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in emergency programs, with at least 3 to 5 years in a managerial or coordination role.
• Proven experience in Education in Emergencies (EiE),Protection programming considered advantage.
• Strong experience in leading multi-partner projects, donor relations, and inter-agency coordination.
• Knowledge of child safeguarding, GBV prevention, psychosocial support (PSS), and inclusion strategies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and support diverse teams.
• Experience with donor compliance (e.g., USAID/BHA, ECHO, UNICEF, UNHCR).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work in high-stress emergency environments.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles, Do No Harm approaches, and gender sensitivity.
• Willingness to travel to field locations in remote and conflict-affected areas.