Operations Officer

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

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Project Description

BRIDGE+  is a five year programme (from November 2023 to December 2028) implemented by a consortium of partners composed of SNV Netherlands Development Organization (lead) and Wageningen University (WUR and Agriterra, with the financial support from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (EKN).

The overall objective of the BRIDGE+ programme is to contribute to a functioning dairy Value Chain that creates inclusive and sustainable benefits for all its participants, including wider society, with particular focus on smallholder farmers within the mixed farming system. To attain this objective, the project will operate at three levels: (1) smallholder farmers: increase benefits from dairy farming; (2) dairy value chain: improving functioning and food safety; and (3) at sector level: strengthening institutional structure.

Key roles and responsibility include, not limited to:

• Supervising and guiding the Project Assistant to ensure that the project team receives the required support services. Where necessary, provide support and play a pro-active role in submitting relevant documentation to the SNV support services and making a follow-up that the conditions are in place for the services to be delivered.
• Establishing and maintaining an administrative system for all contracts, handled by the project, including suppliers, grantees, project partners. Establish an effective system for monitoring progress and performance of contracted parties, ensuring timely payments and carrying out financial analysis of expenditure.
• Supporting and supervising the regional teams, to ensure that SNV administrative and financial procedures are adhered to and are in line with project strategies and budgets.
• Participate in programmatic discussions at the project level.

Although the role requires familiarity with various support services, there is a bias towards financial and contractual procedures. Familiarity with programmatic issues is a distinct advantage.

•  (Proficiency level equivalent to) master’s degree in specialised/ relevant technical field and
•  At least 2 to 3 years’ experience in general administration and contract management, preferably with an INGO in a similar capacity in a field position
• Graduate qualification ideally with a specialization in development, business studies or management, marketing, secretarial science, or another relevant field.
•  Strong background and work experience in donor funded program.
•  Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook, and access.
•  Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative style.
• Team player and flexible.
• Budget development and oversight experience.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace.

Competencies

• Problem analysis
• Communication
• Focus on quality
• Result Orientation
• Perseverance

Contract Type: National

Expected start date: 01, January 2024.

Duty Station:  Addis Ababa

Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability.

How to Apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on the 4th of November 2023. Please submit your application only via: Smart Recruiters/I’m interested.

All information will be in the strictest confidence.
If we see that your experience and skills match the requirements of the position, we will contact you to advise you of the next steps in the recruitment process.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Working at SNV  
SNV offers a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to, an internal and global network of experts.

Vetting

SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for International determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct“. This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.