Background: Ethiopian Food Systems and Nutrition Transformation (EFSN)
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a comprehensive plan for people, the planet, and prosperity, aim to strengthen universal peace and greater freedom. It acknowledges that eradicating poverty in all its forms and dimensions, including extreme poverty, is the most significant global challenge and an essential prerequisite for sustainable development. The United Nations Secretary-General has convened the UN Food Systems Summit (UNFSS), a crucial platform designed to assist member states in driving food systems transformation and accelerating global progress towards the SDGs. Ethiopia is an active participant in the UNFSS and has developed its own food system transformation. In this context, the role we are offering is of utmost importance and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to these global efforts.
The Ethiopian Food Systems and Nutrition (EFSN) transformation pathway has 24 game-changing solutions and is structured around three pillars of governance: federal, Regional, and Partnerships. Each pillar, including the private sector, research institutions, universities, civil society organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and the general public, plays a crucial role across the food systems chain. The Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee (IMSC) is a body consisting of 15 ministries. Effective coordination, a key aspect of this role, is essential to align the efforts of different individuals, groups, or departments toward a common goal. Ethiopia is fully committed to transforming its food system.
Moreover, the Agricultural Transformation Institute (ATI), a key player in the Ethiopian Food Systems and Nutrition (EFSN) Transformation, has been chosen as the secretariat, overseeing the work of the Technical Support Unit (TSU). As part of the TSU, the incumbent will be at the forefront of this transformation, providing crucial technical support and contributing to its overall success.
This position presents a distinctive chance for personal and professional advancement. It involves collaborating with a team of experts in a dynamic and demanding setting. We are seeking individuals who are eager to grow and contribute to our transformative work. By joining our team, the incumbent will contribute to the achievement of the national efforts to transform Ethiopian food systems and SDGs.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Cluster Coordinator is an integral part of the TSU and will be responsible for providing technical assistance to key actors in the EFSN, with a specific focus on Cluster-specific responsibilities. The Cluster Coordinator supports the planning and coordination of efforts across EFSN’s 24 Game-changing solutions and coordinates engagements between the Interministerial Steering committees, Cluster Working Groups, specialized teams (such as M&E, socialization, etc.), and regional implementation status. The Cluster Coordinator will support the Principal Coordinator.
The Cluster Coordinator is expected to strengthen the program’s focus and approach by linking the EFSN with the specific thematic focus of the clustered areas, including broad national priorities. He/she is expected to work with key stakeholders to ensure that the EFSN is accepted and increasingly institutionalized within the stakeholders.
The Cluster Coordinator is expected to work closely with the TSU team; Regional Coordinators oversee the implementation of game-changing solutions to promote the strategic growth of the country’s food system.
The successful applicant is expected to be driven and dynamic, have a problem-solving mindset, and have excellent communication skills. This role presents a unique opportunity to engage with key players in the food and nutrition ecosystem, both local and international.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
qualifications, competencies, skills, training, and experience:
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to send (i) a cover letter and (ii) a CV (maximum of three pages) at http://apply.ata.gov.et
Also, please DO NOT submit certificates with scans on your application form.
Women are highly encouraged to apply.
NB. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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