Economic Empowerment Director

Main Job Purpose:Â

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This position fosters economic empowerment by spearheading the development and management of impactful programs that alleviate multi-dimensional poverty and unemployment for disadvantaged citizens. Through the strategic implementation of evidence-based interventions in training and professional development, opportunities directly linked to employers needs’, and availing micro-credit support, the Sector Director will contribute to increased income levels and improved socioeconomic mobility for individuals and families. To maximize community and youth impact, strategic partnerships with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) will be needed. Throughout program development and execution, adherence to SFSD's vision and strategic objectives will be paramount. The Economic Empowerment Sector Director leadership will be instrumental in establishing strategic plans and overseeing program implementation, ultimately ensuring the successful achievement of SFSD's goals.Â

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Overall Accountabilities:Â

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• Participate in setting the foundation goals and strategy, mission and vision.Â
• Participates in overseeing the implementation of the of the Foundation strategic plan to expand opportunities and impact of the economic empowerment programs. This includes updating sector situation analysis to identify key areas of interventions, in close coordination with Learning and Strategies Department.Â
• Develop and promote programs to different ranges for the most needed and poorest communities.Â
• Ensure that Sawiris Foundation for Social Development (SFSD) contributes to economic and social growth of the country through different programs with other sectors (social empowerment and Education sectors) based on the scientific evidence.Â
• Scale up evidence based programs in collaboration with governmental institution to maximize the impact of SFSD resources.Â
• Provide technical support for the developing of the projects and design based on evidence.Â
• Oversees and ensure the proper disbursement and accounting of funds with the collaboration of the financial auditors/financial director.Â
• Directly manage all economic empowerment programs done in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Solidarity.Â
• Perform field and desk assessment of sector projects.Â
• Review, evaluate and approve grant request proposals, in alignment with SFSD sub-granting policies.Â
• Conduct and review contracts with partners and collaborate with partnership sector in finding a match between the suitable partners and the Economic sector programs.Â
• Provide advice and technical support to program managers and the sector team.Â
• Manage the Economic restricted programs.Â
• Review and approve PR documentation of program materials, events, conference, follow-up on news related to the programs and review annual reports with all details.Â
• Manage the generation of new ideas with the team, implementation of new program, searching for new scientific research, scientific evidence, etc.Â
• Submit quarter and year-end progress report to the Deputy Executive Director.Â
• Conduct and manage the annual performance management for the team to support career development aspirations.Â
• Review and approve the sector related memos and travel requests to ensure budget alignment as per SFSD regulations.Â
• Conduct interviews, select and recruit new staff in coordination with the HR sector.Â
• Undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as required by the Deputy Executive Director.Â

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Job Requirements:Â

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EducationÂ

• Bachelor’s Degree in (Economics, Development Studies, Business Development, Political Science, or other related field).Â
• Master Degree is highly recommended.Â

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ExperienceÂ

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the development field.Â
• Very good experience in economic empowerment, poverty alleviation and other development fields.Â
• Good knowledge of NGO Law.Â
• Understanding of the Local Administration System.Â

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Computer SkillsÂ

• Advanced computer literacy.Â
• Knowledge of data collection tools and Management information system.Â

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LanguagesÂ

• Arabic and English proficiency.

Please ensure to check the detailed job profile, other accountabilities, work environment, position dimension, and core required competencies via: https://www.sawirisfoundation.org/en/careers/economic-empowerment-director Â

Deadline for submitting the application: August 13thÂ