Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 14, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Fairtrade International is an internationally recognized, non-profit organization that works to secure fairer trade terms so that farmers and workers in developing countries can invest in a better future for themselves and their communities. Our global team works to directly connect producers and consumers and promote fairer trading conditions and sustainability. We are responsible for the strategic direction of the Fairtrade system, the Fairtrade Standards and support to Fairtrade farmers and workers worldwide.
To lead the overall development, coordination and implementation of FTA’s programmes, projects and activities in the East and Central Africa region leading to achievement of FTA’s mission and vision.
REPORTING LINES: Post holder reports to Programmes Director
Staff reporting to this post:
• Flower Manager
• Operations Manager
• Tea and Coffee Manager
• Dignity for all (D4A) Project Coordinator, Ethiopia .

Key Performance Areas
• Programme Management
• Formulate regional plan and Budget, develop and implement FTA producer support strategy in the region and ensure the implementation of programmes and projects through planning, coordinating and prioritizing regional activities
• Use regional producer knowledge to provide input on the development of FTA’s corporate programming strategy and the prioritization of programme activity
• In conjunction with the Partnerships Coordinator, design and develop FTA partnership strategies
• Collaborate with implementing partners to bring proposals to life through practical design of implementation plans, deliverable timelines and project milestones, and partnership infrastructure.
• Liaise with implementing partners and programming staff to ensure that programmes are managed as planned, milestones are met, and deliverables are fulfilled.
• Ensure the development of plans to maximize producer and member organization engagement and participation.
• Assist in the identification of commercial opportunities and facilitate NFO, donor and buyer visits to the regions
• Prepare and regularly review a detailed risk assessment for producer support strategy and associated projects to identify, manage and mitigate any risks to project delivery
• Ensure effective working relationships with key stakeholders and the Regional Congress
• Ensure the effective monitoring and evaluation of all regional programme activity.
• Advocacy and Producer Support
• Identify producers’ challenges and issues for inclusion in the regional advocacy strategy
• Represent the region in stakeholder engagements and in external fora
• Engage in advocacy with high-level targets on key priorities for producers
• Support the Strategy and Impact Director in providing updates and information on the Region’s advocacy work to board members and potential donors
• Engage and provide feedback to NFOs, FI, colleagues within FTA, and other partners
• Support the fundraising strategy, identifying fundraising opportunities, developing proposals to meet the financial demands for regional programmes and projects.

Job Skills: Not Specified

Qualifications
• Master’s Degree in Economics, Agriculture or related field Experience and Knowledge
• At least 8 years senior programme management experience
• Experience in developing and implementing capacity improvement strategies
• Experience of managing field teams
• A good working knowledge of key issues and trends developing and supporting ethical and sustainable supply chains Skills
• Good strategy and planning skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
• Project management skills
• Strong analytical skills

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Education Experience: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
An application form (CVs will not be accepted) can be found on the jobs and volunteering page of our website http://www.fairtradeafrica.net/about-us/jobs-and-volunteering/ If you have any queries, please e-mail recruitments@fairtradeafrica.net or call +254 202721930 and ask to speak to a member of the HR team.
Qualified applicants will be subjected to background checks as a pre-condition of employment. Completed applications should be saved in the applicant’s name and the position (Head of Region-Eastern and Central Africa (ECAN), and be e-mailed to recruitments@fairtradeafrica.net. All applicants should state how they meet essential requirements of the post and include their email address, telephone contacts and three referees with contact details on the application form.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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