Government Relations Coordinator

POSITION:               Government Relations Coordinator

OPEN TO:                 Ethiopian Nationals (Female applicants are highly encouraged) 

OPENING DATE:     September 2, 2014

CLOSING DATE:     September 11, 2014 

1.     Major Responsibilities:

     

    • Ensure CSA and MoFAD reporting  standards and systems are fully addressed and procedures are adhered as per their guideline , as well as documentation, filling and reporting mechanisms are to the  standard and fully implemented
    • Prepare monthly management report that captures progress, challenges from Aps and Clusters and present recommendations to GR Manager
    • Follow up timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of recommendations and present to GR manager
    • Analyze the needs of training all level  staff and develop training programs to meet such needs
    • Identify and assess training needs of staff by conferring with APS/POO managers and supervisors or conduct surveys
    • Supervise the phase out procedure in areas of fixed asset and advice on exit reports by APS/clusters
    • Support Government Relations to implement government relations strategies
    • Assist in the drafting of government relations communications including correspondence, presentations and briefing notes
    • Coordinate, plan and implement government relations events for Aps and Clusters
    • Maintain a government relations contact and engagement database (Track line)
    • Conduct and coordinate government affairs research and monitoring that will be undertaken by Aps and/or Clusters                                                                   
    • Coordinate meetings with government officials in collaboration with Communication department
    • Provide general administrative support to government relations team
    • Identify all policies and strategies of the government are well understood by all level staff
    • Follow up any and all state legislation, regulations and environmental changes that may impact the mission, priorities and goals of the organization.
    • Drafting, negotiating (including problem-solving) and advocating WVE positions, including letters, position papers, testimonies, legislative proposals, public comments, and other relevant materials·        
    • Draft timely information on relevant policy decisions made by government bodies at federal and regional levels and avail it for GR manager.

    2. Qualifications Required:  BA Degree in Public Administration, Business, Communication or related fields. MA in LLB or Political Science is preferred

    3. Work Experience A minimum of 4 years relevant experience

    4. Technical Skills and Abilities

    • The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
    • Balanced combination of GR experience of INGOs and non-profit business
    • Experience with government regulation and ChSA laws
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate in writing and verbally with people
    • Fluent in both written and spoken English and Amharic
    • Excellent  working knowledge of government/ donor regulations and requirements
    • Skilled at developing collaborations among diverse parties to garner support behind ideas

    5. Additional Requirements: Committed to WV’s vision, mission and core values.

    6. Place of Work: Addis Ababa

    7. Salary: World Vision has an attractive salary and benefits package.

    8. How to Apply

    Interested applicants are required to fill the employment application form (you can get this form from http://docs.ethiojobs.net/Employment_Application_Form.docx) and send to P & C Division, World Vision Ethiopia P. O. Box 3330, Addis Ababa, or submit in person to our office located in Gerji area, near Anbesa Garage within 10 days after the date of this announcement or email to recruitment_ethiopia@wvi.org. Please indicate the position name on subject when email your application form.

    Note: We do not receive CVs, application letters, credentials and supporting documents at this point