Just Economy and Economic Development Program Coordinator – Hargeisa, Somaliland

Just Economy and Economic Development Program Coordinator

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Deadline for applications: 11^th September, 2021

Duty station: Hargeisa, Somaliland

Contract duration: One Year

Start date: As soon as possible

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

We are an international confederation of 19 organizations (affiliates) working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

Oxfam’s work in Somalia and Somaliland covers both humanitarian and development spheres, with most programming delivered in Hargeisa and eastern Somaliland, both directly and with partners. The humanitarian component focuses on delivery of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), food security (particularly cash grants) and protection, in response to persistent, intense drought that has decimated livelihoods – primarily pastoralism, and caused mass displacement. The development component focuses on women and youth empowerment, economic inclusion, influence in decision-making and access to justice, primarily through three multi-year programmes.

All our work is led by three core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness. To read more about our values please click Here

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

The Role

Oxfam in Somalia and Somaliland is looking for competent person to join our dynamic, innovative and committed team for the position of Just Economy and Economic Development Program Coordinator.

The purpose of the job is to manage effectively and efficiently and with quality the implementation of the OCS pillar one portfolio in Somalia/Somaliland as part of Oxfam’s effort to empower marginalized groups including youth. The Just Economy and Economic Development portfolio focuses on following Long Term Outcomes: 1. Fair wealth creation and distribution through advocating progressive policies that reduce poverty and inequality.

Improve access to skills and education for disadvantaged youth and women to adapt to market needs and the climate crisis. 3. Create economic opportunities and jobs for disadvantaged youth and women by enabling the growth and creation of businesses, especially social and environmental impact businesses. The overall focus is on entrepreneurship development, access to finance ,skills development, as well as job creation efforts for the marginalized groups. Influencing is an integral part to this role, hence, the job holder will ensure advocacy/influencing efforts to amplify voices of the marginalized community members in collaboration with the influencing team and relevant line ministries. The Programme Coordinator will ensure timely and quality delivery of the youth thematic programme in Somalia/land, in coordination with the country office teams and Technical Units at the Hague Office of Oxfam Novib as well as the regional platform-HECA. He/she will be directly managing the program/project officer(s) and will be responsible for the management of the contract and the relationships with the implementing partners. He/she has to work very closely with the Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning to ensure smooth monitoring and knowledge management of projects as well as funding and programme development team to identify and contribute to programme development.

The position will require a range of skills and experience Including: Masters’ Degree with a specialty relevant with the position: Social Science, Local / International Development, development studies, economics, etc. Minimum of 5 years of experience at a Project / Program management level, preferable in the field of youth/economic development. Experience in Budget management, Staff management and team coordination skills; Thought leadership in the field of youth employment, business development, innovation or other relevant field; Strong networking capacities and communication skills; Capacity support and training of teams; Ability to deliver under pressure and Cultural sensitivity in the context of Somalia/land.

How to apply

Please follow the links below to access the detailed Job Description and submit your application by 11^th September, 2021. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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External candidates: Apply Here

 

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