Job vacancies at the Organization for Child Development and Transformation (CHADET), Ethiopia

RATSON: Women, Youth, and Children Development Program is a non-profit national development organization registered in Ethiopia that works for promotion, Protection and Advocacy of Women, Youth and Children rights. RATSON would like to hire a competent staff to coordinate the operation of the Ethiopian Child Rights Advocacy Network (ECRAN). ECRAN is a recently established network of CSOs with a mission of promoting evidence-based advocacy on child rights in Ethiopia.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full Time Contract (for one year with possible extension)

REPORTS TO: ECRAN’s Board

JOB PURPOSE:

Coordinate efforts of ECRAN member CSOs in their work to conduct advocacy and the promotion of the rights of children.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Liaise with government departments, line ministries and other development partners in matters related to policy formulation, implementation and monitoring of international and regional instruments,
• Actively engage in the compilation of CSOs Complimentary Reports regarding the commitments made by the Government of Ethiopia,
• Organize platforms for members of the network to conduct dialogue on common challenges that are being faced by children,
• Prepare evidence-based policy papers/briefs on children’s rights to help policy makers and practitioners consider better ways of addressing the problem,
• Establish and strengthen partnerships and membership with other networks at national, regional and international level,
• Organize training and advocacy programs for leaders of public, private and not-for profit institutions.
• Compile and submit activity reports on timely basis,
• Carry out other activities as may be assigned by his supervisor.

ACADAMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in relevant fields of the social sciences with three years of coordinating/leading projects or Bachelor’s Degree with five extensive experiences in Project Management.

PROFESIONAL EXPEREIENCE:

Proven experience in coordinating multi-stakeholder partnerships including international organizations and the government,

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Data analysis and visualization: Using tools like SQL or Excel to interpret data for decision-making.
• Project Management: Proficient use of tools (e.g., MS Project, Trello, JIRA) to plan, execute, and monitor projects.
• Digital and IT literacy: literacy: Understanding software, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technology to support team workflows.
• Financial and budgeting skills: Analyzing financial data, preparing and managing budgets, and understanding basic principles of accounting.
• Writing and communication skills: skills: Excellent report writing skills, documentation, and in the provision of clear and structured communication skills for technical and non-technical staff.
• Risk management and compliance: Identifying potential risks and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• Social media and marketing tools: Utilizing platforms for branding and analytics.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of program management related to the project,
• Excellent interpersonal skills and abilities to lead and work with multi-stakeholder groups,
• Proficiency in the use of computers (MS word, excel, power point, e-mail, internet)
• Excellent in written and spoken English

SALARY: As As As As per the organization’s scale

SAFEGUARDING, SAFETY & SECURITY:

• Observe RATSON’s Safeguarding, Gender equality policies and principles