Project Coordinator - Multi-Sectoral Rapid Response (WASH, Health, Nutrition, Protection & MPCA
Plan International Ethiopia • Jimma
Experience
Senior(5-8 years)
Salary
Not specified
Posted
about 4 hours ago
Deadline
in 4 days
Job Description
The position holder is primarily responsible for coordinating implementation of the Tier 2 rapid response, integrating WASH, Health, Nutrition, Protection, and Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) components in the target woredas identified through the latest Rapid Needs Assessment (RNA), and ensuring linkage to the relevant Country sector programs at project level. The post holder is responsible for delivery of results in line with pre-agreed project plans and objectives, and oversees project implementation at all stages of the project cycle. Given that a significant amount of the response is delivered in partnership with key government sector offices, a key aspect of the role is nurturing, developing, and facilitating the achievement of results across all five sectors.
Responsible for leading and coordinating a multi-sectoral emergency response program covering WASH, Health, Nutrition, Protection, and Cash Assistance (MPCA). The role ensures effective project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, partnership management, donor compliance, and stakeholder coordination while promoting quality, accountability, child protection, and gender equality.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or above in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Disaster Risk Management, Nutrition, WASH, or related disciplines.
- At least 5 years' relevant experience coordinating multi-sectoral humanitarian programs, of which a minimum of 2 years must be with an NGO.
- Demonstrated experience managing integrated projects spanning at least two of the following: WASH, Health, Nutrition, Protection, or Cash-based programming.
- Prior experience in rapid response, emergency, or Tier 2/ humanitarian response mechanisms (e.g., ET-RRM).
- Strong experience in budget management, work planning, and multi-sectoral team coordination.
- Proven donor reporting skills, including preparation of narrative and financial reports.
Qualifications/experience desirable:
- Working knowledge across WASH, Health and Nutrition, Protection, and Cash-Based Programming sectors.
- In-depth knowledge of project cycle management and child-centred community development programming.
- Familiarity with Rapid Response mechanism, participatory Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) systems and processes.
- Extremely flexible, able to work independently, and able to cope with stressful situations and frustrations in dynamic field contexts.
- Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with key government and peer organizations.
Languages required:
- Excellent English verbal and written skills.
Knowledge of the local language (e.g., Afaan Oromoo) is Mandatory
Required Skills
Level
Senior(5-8 years)
Location
Jimma
How to Apply
The closing date for the application is September 12, 2026. Qualified candidates should submit their application with the links
provided below.
This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals, who must be eligible to live and work in Ethiopia.
Please note that:
- Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- We are not accepting CVs that are not sent through the indicated links.
- Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to Apply
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