Job Overview: Specialist II, Sponsorship
As a Specialist II, Sponsorship at ChildFund in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, you will provide technical and administrative support for sponsorship operations to ensure a transformative giving experience for donors and a positive experience for children and their families. This role is responsible for managing sponsorship systems, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information, and supporting compliance with sponsorship standards and procedures.
| Location: | Addis Ababa – Bole, Ethiopia |
| Employment Type: | Full Time (Fixed Term) |
| Division: | Global Operations |
| Closing Date: | Sep 06, 2024 |
Join ChildFund as a Specialist II, Sponsorship in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Support sponsorship goals and objectives and help create a positive experience for children and donors. Apply today!
About ChildFund
ChildFund is a child-focused international development organization working in 23 countries to connect children with the resources they need to grow up healthy, educated, skilled, and safe. Our mission is driven by our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create an accessible environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We have a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) and all other forms of harm by our staff, partners, and representatives.
Key Responsibilities of the Specialist II, Sponsorship
| Technical Support: Provide guidance on technical aspects of sponsorship such as enrollment management, awareness-raising methodologies, and managing communication processes. Disseminate best practices across partners. |
| Capacity Building: Enhance staff awareness and knowledge in sponsorship matters. Identify training needs and develop implementation plans. Conduct onboarding for new partners and continuous training for active partners. |
| Sponsorship Quality and Data Management: Monitor sponsorship operations and data quality to ensure compliance with standards and policies. Collaborate with Sponsorship Officers and local partners for regular sponsorship and data reviews. |
| Coordination and Integration: Work with other Country Office function areas to maximize sponsorship collaboration efforts. Manage and coordinate sponsor visits, including itinerary preparation, logistics, supervision, and reporting. |
| Child Monitoring and Benefit Tracking: Ensure periodic monitoring of enrolled children in all communities, identifying and addressing issues. Use child visitation data to improve programming for child well-being. |
| Quota Management: Oversee the management of the Country Office’s enrollment quota by supporting local partners to maintain child enrollment within approved limits. Manage large enrollment requests per sponsorship SOP. |
| Performance Management (M&E): Provide analysis on sponsorship performance for program and management action. Participate in key activities/events and ensure coordination for implementing M&E exercises. |
| Knowledge Management and Learning: Develop and document knowledge products, approaches, and lessons learned related to sponsorship. Promote organization-wide learning and sharing. |
| Child Safeguarding: Promote strong safeguarding practices, understand ChildFund’s child safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with these guidelines. |
Qualifications & Experience
| Education: Bachelor’s degree in international development, child development, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience. |
| Experience: 5 years of progressive work experience in child development administration within an international non-profit environment. Experience with child sponsorship organizations and understanding of sponsorship operations. |
Skills
| Experience in handling information and database systems. |
| Excellent organization and prioritization skills. |
| Problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously. |
| Fluency in English; fluency in a local language is an advantage. |
| Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work in matrix organizational settings. |
| Above-average computer proficiency in database systems and general office software (Word, Excel, Outlook). |
Core Competencies
- Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with others while valuing and respecting individual differences.
- Communication: Demonstrates empathy and tact, using a storytelling approach when appropriate.
- Results Orientation: Takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
- Decision Making: Uses good judgment, critical thinking, and innovative approaches to evaluate problems and opportunities.
- Resilience: Thrives in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about making a difference in children’s lives and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply for the Specialist II, Sponsorship position at ChildFund in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Join us in creating a safer, healthier, and more equitable world for children.
| Closing Date: Sep 06, 2024 |
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