• Job Description

  Req#: 50884

  The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) seeks to recruit a Research Officer II who will work under the direct guidance and supervision of the IWMI representative for Ethiopia and East Africa to assist in the implementation of the multiple research for development projects and related activities. Most of the tasks of the Project Coordinator shall focus on coordination and implementation support for R4D.

  The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is a non-profit international research organization, serving a global mandate to improve the management of water and land for food, livelihoods and nature. IWMI’s headquarter is located in Colombo, Sri Lanka and one of its sub-regional offices is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. IWMI is one of the 15 research centers supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the preparation of detailed results-based workplans that are aligned with the overall projects’ deliverables and donor requirements;
  • In close coordination with PLs and Finance Officer, prepare quarterly financial requirement projections for R4D projects;
  • Procure of goods, and services for projects;
  • Contribute to the preparation of project progress and, where appropriate, substantive reports aligned with IWMI and donor reporting schedules, enabling informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders;
  • Support PLs in monitoring project implementation;
  • Under the guidance of the IWMI-EA Representative, support PLs to monitor budget expenditures and auditing expenses to assure proper use of financial resources;
  • Coordinate regular team meetings, compile meeting discussion summaries, and follow up in tracking commitments;
  • Support in the regular coordination and communication flows with key project partners, including governments, basin authorities, and other implementation partners;
  • Supporting technical teams in the preparation of TORs and procurement documents, evaluation and selection of the Consultants, and review of consultant deliverables, as required;
  • Contribute to concept development for and reporting of consultation workshops, training sessions, and other related events;
  • Assist in the stakeholder outreach and organization of stakeholder events;
  • Create and monitor IWMI-EA Office risk register;
  • Develop and maintain database of stakeholders;
  • Working with the Communications Officer, create communication strategy and liaise as appropriate to ensure implementation;
  • Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes ensuring organization and retention of project records in compliance with donor and IWMI policies;
  • Track partner progress, including monitoring deliverables and expenditure progress; conducting financial administration of partner agreements, including disbursements against deliverables, requesting financial reports and assisting with partner audits where applicable;
  • Support the IWMI-EA office head in coordination of R4D projects across project leaders and teams at the IWMI-EA office, and work closely with other members of the IWMI-EA team as necessary;
  • Maintain IWMI-EA Office R4D projects data on Microsoft Teams;
  • Collaborate with the Finance Officer, Assistant to Program Manager and Accountant of IWMI-EA Office;
  • Work closely and, where appropriate, under the guidance of the PMOs office of IWMI HQ;
  • Carry out other related tasks as requested by the the IWMI-EA Country/Regional Representative

  Minimum Requirements:

  Education:

  • Master’s degree in Natural Resources Management, Project/Program Management, Water Resources, Hydrology, or other related fields.

  Experience:

  • Five years professional experience, preferably with international development institutions, research or donor organizations would be an advantage
  • Broad / specialized knowledge of methods, techniques and processes

  Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills and ability in written and spoken English.
  • Very good track record in managing multiple projects across diverse disciplines;
  • Highly skilled in preparing PowerPoint and other visual presentation
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, with ability to interact diplomatically with stakeholders and staff at all levels.
  • Excellent organizational, administrative and time management skills
  • Effective analytical, research and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated Project Management experience, including time management, budget control and estimate.

  Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (may travel outside Ethiopia as required)

  Job Grade: HG 14

  Monthly Base Salary: Birr 48,846 (Negotiable depending on salary history of the candidate)

  Terms of appointment: This is a National Staff (NS) position. The initial appointment is for three years. IWMI offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its National Staff. IWMI is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities.

  Applications: Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number: REF: RO/IWMI/34/23 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ on or before 5 December 2023.

  IWMI/ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training).

  To find more about IWMI, visit our Website at http://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/

  To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at http://www.ilri.org/

  Suitably qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

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• About the company

  The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works with partners to reduce poverty, hunger, disease and environmental degradation through innovations in animal agriculture.

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