Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Senior Officer At CTG (Committed To Good)

CTG Overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

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Overview of Position

• The Disarmament, Demobilization & Reintegration (DDR) program for Ethiopia was initiated as a crucial step towards implementing the peace agreement signed between the government of Ethiopia & the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) on the 2nd of November 2022 in South Africa.
• For the implementation of DDR in Ethiopia, the National Rehabilitation Commission (NRC) was established with the council of minister regulation number 525 / 2022 & with amended regulation number 541 / 2023 of the federal democratic republic of Ethiopia. The core mission of the commission is stabilization of the society & recovery of the economy for sustainable peace & enhancing human security through designing, planning & implementing the demobilization & sustainable reintegration of more than 370 thousand former combatants into civilian life across seven regions of Ethiopia.
• DDR is multi donor stakeholders finance the DDR program which is huge in terms of beneficiaries & expenditure. Under direct supervision of NRC Commissioner, the Partnerships & Resource Mobilization Senior Officer is responsible for planning, leading & coordination strategies, programs & projects for mobilizing resources for the success of DDR.

Role Objectives

• Develop & implement a comprehensive strategy for partnerships & resource mobilization, including identifying potential donors, partners & funding opportunities for DDR.
• Build & maintain strong relationships with existing & potential donors, including international & regional organizations, financial institutions, corporations & foundations.
• Prepare & submit funding proposals, reports & other documentation as required by donors & partners as per existing national DDR strategy.
• Coordinate with program & finance teams to ensure that funding proposals align with program goals & budgetary requirements.
• Monitor & analyze trends in the donor environment & adapt strategies accordingly.
• Organize & participate in networking events, conferences & meetings to promote the NRC & its programs.
• Ensure compliance with all donor requirements & maintain accurate records of all fundraising activities.
• Work with the communication team to develop materials that support fundraising & partnership development efforts.
• Provide regular updates to NRC on partnership, resource mobilization activities & progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Project Reporting

This role works under direct supervision of NRC Commissioner.

Key Competencies

• Graduate degree in international relations, development studies, business administration or a related field.
• At least 7 years (with a high school diploma) or 4 years (with a bachelor’s degree) of combined & relevant experience in fundraising, partnership development or resource mobilization, preferably in the non profit sector.
• Strong understanding of the donor landscape & experience in proposal writing & donor reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, with the ability to network & build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical & planning skills.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities & meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office & familiarity with donor databases & CRM tools.
• Fluency in English & Amharic is required.

Team Management

• This role has no team management responsibility.

Further Information

• Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this role.