SNV is looking for a Country Director Based
in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia,
International Contract, 2 years initial term
SNV is a not-for-profit international development
organisation. Founded in the Netherlands nearly 50 years ago, we have built a
long-term, local presence in 38 of the poorest countries in Asia, Africa and
Latin America. Our global team of local and international advisors work with
local partners to equip communities, businesses and organisations with the
tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and gain
access to basic services – empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and guide
their own development.
SNV has been operating in Ethiopia since the 1970s where 80%
of the country’s population lives in the rural areas of the country. In
alignment with the national growth and transformation plan, with its emphasis
on agricultural led economic development and accelerated MDG achievement, SNV
works in agriculture, renewable energy and WASH sectors SNV. Currently, SNV
implements several projects in Amhara, Oromia Southern, and Tigray regions of
the country. As much as Ethiopia still ranks as one of the poorest countries in
the world, there has been high economic growth for many years which is a very
encouraging development. In Agriculture, SNV Ethiopia is supporting the
development of a number of value chains such as milk & milk products,
livestock, horticulture, honey & bees wax, oil seeds & edible oil, and
pulses. We do this through a value chain development approach, with a special
focus on improving access to markets for small holder farmers. The WASH program
in Ethiopia contributes to extending access to Water and Sanitation and
improving Hygiene with a focus in 4 sub-areas: Functionality of Rural Water
Supply Services; Sustainable Sanitation and Hygiene for All in rural areas;
WASH in Schools; Sustainable water supply services in peri-urban and small
towns. In the Renewable Energy sector, the National Biogas Programme of
Ethiopia (NBPE) is hosted by the Ministry of Water, Energy and Irrigation
(MoWIE) and started promotion of this technology since 2008 in the following 4
regions; Amhara, Oromiya, Southern Nations and Tigray. The programme is
coordinated at the federal level by National Biogas Programme Coordination Unit
(NBPCU) and implemented through 4 Regional Biogas Programme Coordination Units
(RBPCUs) operating under the regional Mines & Energy Agencies (Bureau of
Water, Minerals and Energy, in case of Oromia).
SNV Ethiopia currently has about 130 regular staff members
composed of managers, technical experts, community development workers and
administrative staff. Engaging consultants and local capacity builders (LCBs)
is one of the strategies to implement the increasingly growing projects and a
considerable number of consultants and Local Capacity Builders have been taking
part in the implementation of SNV Ethiopia projects.
Overview of the position
SNV seeks a talented, entrepreneurial, result oriented and
proven professional who will lead the Ethiopian country team in realizing high
quality programs in Agriculture, Water, Sanitation & Hygiene, and Renewable
Energy. We offer a challenging position in a very dynamic era.
The Country Director is responsible for leading and driving
the country program. It is a multi-faceted role, focused on securing adequate
funding to sustain operations, upscale and strategically strengthen the country
program, while ensuring high quality delivery. It will require you to be well
informed about and engage with national and international development
priorities and steer the sectors in response to these priorities. You will
forge partnerships and alliances between SNV and important national and
international actors, and stimulate collaboration for impact in SNV sectors.
You will be the face of SNV in Ethiopia and ensure a positive image and
visibility.
You will lead, coach and support the team to perform at
their best to meet and exceed client, donor and SNV corporate expectations. In
addition, you will be a key member of our global senior management team, making
meaningful contributions to help shape the future of SNV.
Responsibilities
- Strategic
leadership of the program (including multi-country efforts and
potentially managing projects in other countries) within the overall
parameters of SNV’s global strategy;
- Resource
mobilisation and business development to grow the country
programme, support delivery of impact at scale and ensure financial
sustainability of SNV Ethiopia;
- Oversight
and quality assurance of programme design and project
implementation to the satisfaction of key stakeholders and following SNV’s
and donor’s financial standards and monitoring protocols;
- Leadership
and management responsibility for country teams: creating and
nurturing an environment that supports high performance, learning and
teamwork;
- Representation
and profiling, to include a focus on building partnerships and
maintaining excellent relationships with donors, partners, local
governments, businesses, policy makers and other relevant stakeholders;
- Collaboration
with other SNV countries to effectively exploit opportunities for
synergy, deliver at scale (including multi-country projects), exchange
knowledge and strengthen SNV’s position;
- In
addition, Country Directors foster innovation of SNV products and
services: facilitate learning, documentation and evidence based
knowledge development in collaboration with SNV’s global team and
partners; ensure collaboration with renowned knowledge institutes and
networks.
Candidate profile
- Master’s
degree or equivalent;
- At
least 8 years of relevant experience at strategic level;
- Knowledge
and understanding of the international development context and trends in
SNV’s three core sectors;
- Proven
ability of mobilizing resources from the public and private sector;
familiarity with key financiers and actors in SNV’s 3 core sectors;
- Strong
business and people management capabilities with a focus on results and an
entrepreneurial flair;
- Excellent
interpersonal communication skills;
- Strong
networking and positioning skills at multiple levels;
- Ability
to relate with and manage relationship with government at federal and
local levels
- Ability
to coach, lead, stimulate, and inspire professionals in a development
context;
- Culturally
aware, tactful and open minded;
- Proficiency
in English.
Desired start date: ASAP
Working at SNV: SNV offers a competitive salary and
comprehensive benefits package, per international standards. We offer a
challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a
commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment.
For more information, please visit our website: www.snvworld.org
How to apply
Please apply by clicking on the https://snv.devhire.devex.com/jobs/331430 and
completing your application in our in-house recruitment system before 23 June
2015.
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Closing date:
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Type of contract:
International
