About the role

Coordinator ensuring practical implementation of education and economic opportunities within Tiko programs. Connecting local partners to foster community empowerment and holistic growth in Ethiopia.

Responsibilities

Oversee all daily activities, ensuring that livelihoods, education, and social protection components align perfectly with Tiko’s strategic vision.
Carry out routine needs assessments to identify gaps and propose innovative ways to improve service delivery and demand generation.
Work closely with the Programme Director to provide operational insights that shape future projects and team performance.
Administer partner contracts and monitor activities to ensure all agreements are met with high standards of compliance.
Identify opportunities for strategic collaborations to expand our footprint and develop a robust referral pathway across our network.
Monitor and support the growth of our partners through supportive supervision, Training of Trainers (TOT), and addressing specific training needs.
Act as the technical point of contact for district and local government offices, ensuring an enabling environment for program implementation.
Maintain current stakeholder data through regular field mapping to ensure our ecosystem remains responsive to local realities.
Facilitate working groups and coordination mechanisms between implementing partners and local stakeholders to harmonise service delivery.
Use field data to analyse operations and design innovative solutions to resolve inefficiencies on the ground.
Ensure that communication channels between the organisation, vocational centres, and government bodies remain seamless and transparent.

+6 years' experience coordinating livelihoods, education, or social protection programmes within the Ethiopian context
+4y experience in managing relationships with local government agencies and community partners.
Experience in administering partner agreements and monitoring compliance within a non-profit or development setting.
Strong knowledge of the Addis Ababa landscape, including vocational centres and local district structures.
Ability to use data and field insights to improve operational workflows.
High level of professionalism with excellent English and Amharic skills, both written and verbal.

Health and accident insurance
Flexible work arrangements, including remote or hybrid options where applicable.
A personal development budget of €500 per year to invest in your professional growth
Comprehensive time off package, including 5 days of wellness leave, all regional public holidays, maternity and parental leave according to local regulations, and unlimited holidays subject to team coordination
The opportunity to shape a growing, impactful product and leave your mark on how we work
A culture built on trust - we believe you’ll do your best without the need for unnecessary rules or micromanagement