Multi-Purpose cash assistance (MPCA) officer

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Employee Contract Type:

Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)

Job Description:

Major Responsibilities /Job Description:

30% | Community Engagement and Capacity Building

End Results

• Communities are well informed, actively engaged, and demonstrate ownership of project activities.
• CVA interventions and related services are delivered on time and to the required quality standards.
• Project activities are inclusive, accountable, sustainable, and aligned with organizational values.

Activities

• Mobilize and sensitize communities through participatory approaches to strengthen ownership and sustainability of Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) interventions.
• Conduct community-entry meetings, awareness sessions, and stakeholder briefings.
• Facilitate and coordinate training sessions and CVA processes.
• Develop Terms of Reference (TORs), training materials, and required logistics and financial documentation for field activities.
• Integrate gender, protection, and faith-based values across all project activities.
• Develop and maintain detailed Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) to guide implementation, monitoring, and reporting.

25% | Implementation, Stakeholder Engagement, and Coordination

End Results

• Strong partnerships and community trust support effective and timely project implementation.
• Vulnerable populations have increased access to financial services and livelihood opportunities.
• Coordination and synergy among government, communities, partners, and development actors are strengthened.

Activities

• Develop and implement clear work plans with defined timelines, responsibilities, and resource requirements.
• Monitor implementation progress, proactively address challenges, and ensure timely and high-quality delivery of activities.
• Strengthen partner capacity through training, mentoring, and technical support.
• Ensure compliance with donor, organizational, and government requirements.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and facilitate coordination and joint planning.
• Promote inclusive community engagement, ensure the participation of vulnerable groups, and capture lessons learned.

25% | Monitoring, Evaluation, Evidence, and Knowledge Management

End Results

• Data-driven decision-making improves program quality, relevance, and effectiveness.
• Project implementation is transparent, accountable, and supported by complete and organized evidence.
• Timely and accurate reporting supports donor compliance, organizational learning, and adaptive management.

Activities

• Lead the implementation of monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) systems for CVA interventions.
• Conduct baseline, midline, and end-line assessments in collaboration with MEAL teams.
• Analyze project data to identify trends, gaps, emerging risks, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and submit detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports within established deadlines.
• Maintain organized project records, including beneficiary lists, training attendance records, market assessments, and impact stories.
• Monitor local market dynamics and recommend adjustments to transfer values when required.

20% | Learning, Innovation, and Compliance

End Results

• Program delivery demonstrates continuous improvement and appropriate innovation.
• Institutional knowledge and learning are strengthened through systematic documentation and knowledge sharing.
• Interventions remain high quality, compliant, evidence based, and scalable.

Activities

• Identify and test innovative approaches that improve the efficiency, quality, and impact of CVA interventions.
• Document and disseminate lessons learned, success stories, and good practices.
• Contribute to the development of strategic plans and proposals for scaling up effective interventions.
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements, donor standards, and organizational procedures.
• Strengthen the capacity of staff and partners through mentoring and technical assistance.

Work Location: Gumbi Bordede (West Hararghe Zone)

Number positions required: 1 (One)

Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification:

•  Bachelor’s degree in economics, Agriculture, rural development and or Development Studies, Business Administration, or related field

Required Professional Experience:

ü  Minimum 3 years of experience in humanitarian cash programming, microfinance,
Experience working with community-based organizations and local government
Familiarity with digital registration and cash transfer platforms

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications  

·       Ability to carry out fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions

·       Willingness to live field locations

·       Ability to work in challenging and remote environments.

Language

·       Fluent in oral and written Amharic, English and Afan Oromo

·       Knowing the local culture and language is mandatory  

World Vision is a child-focused organization that is committed to safeguarding all children as well as adult beneficiaries and has zero tolerance for incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work. Therefore, World Vision does not hire staff whose background is not suitable for working with children or vulnerable adults, even if their role does not interact directly with them.

Disclaimer: World Vision Ethiopia is a reputable organization that values transparency and fairness in its recruitment process and does not solicit any money for any job application. We encourage all job seekers to be cautious of any job ads that require payment or personal information upfront. If you have any questions or concerns about our job ads or recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.

 

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only