For the past 30 years, international NGO Acted has been going the last mile to save lives. Currently, Acted supports 20 million people across 43 countries to meet their needs in hard-to-reach areas โ and pursues a triple mandate as a humanitarian, environmental and development aid actor. Acted relies on an in-depth knowledge of local territories and contexts to develop and implement relevant long-term actions, with a wide range of local and international partners, building together a โ3ZEROโ world: Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon, Zero Poverty
ACTED Tunisia
Acted recruits for his mission in Tunisia.
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The 3Zero Coordinator is responsible to develop and promote the 3Zero activities in Tunisia aligned with Actedโsoverall 3Zero Program strategy. This will include the set-up of a 3Zero House in Tunisia (as part of Actedโsglobal 3Zero House flagship initiative), the overview of 3Zero Campus Club (led by Acted local partner, We Love Sousse) and the participation in the development of a Master SSE โ both strongly aligned with the 3Z House.
3Zero House: The 3Zero Coordinator leads the development and roll out of the local 3Z House concept from
inception to implementation including identification and relationship maintenance of partners, local/government authorities, global partners, and all other relevant stakeholders; development of strategic direction and fundraising opportunities including donor and private sector presentations for the 3Z House in collaboration with the country PD team; development of a sustainable business case for the local 3Zero house; oversight of daily operations for the 3Zero House; and to support local and global advocacy and communication efforts related to the 3Zero House initiative including the development of communication materials in collaboration with HQ 3Zero Communication and Mobilization Department.
Other 3Zero programming: The 3Zero coordinator will supervise the 3Z campus club monitoring activities in coordination with MEAL department and support the local partner in: (i) developing a program implementation
strategy (i) developing working tools and (iii) developing internal and external communication. The 3Z coordinator will oversee the fundraising as well as reporting and financial overview of donors funded activities.
Under the lead of the Country Director, the 3Zero coordinate will participate in the drafting of the Master ESS under the Erasmus grant. Finally, he will facilitate coordination with Convergence and We Love Sousse for the yearly 3Zero Convergence Forum in Tunis.
The 3Zero Coordinator will contribute to promote Actedโs 3Zero vision in the target country and coordinate between the 3Zero House operations, the 3 Zero campus club, the master SSE and Actedโs other programmatic operations in country. The 3Zero Coordinator reports to the Country Director and has technical reporting lines to the Acted HQ Global 3ZERO House coordinator.
1.Positioning, Partnerships, and 3Zero Strategic vision
Undertake local ecosystem mapping of relevant actors, stakeholders, potential partners, similar initiatives, govโt stakeholders, private sector and academiaIn coordination with CD, develop the 3Zero Strategic vision, included the 3Zero House Strategic vision, at country level with adapted focus, targeting and placement in the local ecosystem while ensuring alignmentto the global 3Zero House concept and strategyDraft strategy documents aligned with the global 3Zero vision for country level needs including concept notes and PowerPoints to outline the approach in coordination with CD and HQIdentify and develop partnership opportunities with likeminded organizations/businesses/stakeholderIdentify relevant academia, research and technical actors to be included as strategic partners in 3Zero programming and fundraising opportunitiesSupport the partnership development process (introduction meetings, identification of collaboration areas,
definition of collaboration, signature of MoU, implement partnership modality)Regularly review partnerships with implementing partners/stakeholders, etc and ensure that any issues or disputes are resolved in a timely mannerProvide support to partners in project implementation and ensure timely and qualitative implementation of projects by partners in line with Acted and donor requirementsLead review meetings with partners, with particular attention given to the relationship aspects of partnership collaboration
2. Fundraising
Support with the identification of funding mechanisms and donors relevant for the 3Z programing in close collaboration with country PD teams, CD, Grant Management Unit and/or Acted Network Representatives as appropriateUndertake donor meetings or fundraising opportunities as required for 3Z programingIn close collaboration with the Grant Management Unit and Project Development Teams at country level, ensure that flagship initiatives are streamlined in relevant proposalsWhen requested, represent, and speak on behalf of Acted at key conferences, meetings and global forums relevant to Actedโs flagship initiatives3. Project Implementation Follow-up
3.1. Project Planning & Implementation
3.2. Administrative and Operational Management of Project ImplementationReview the project BFU(s) to avoid under/overspending in close collaboration with relevant PM(s) where applicableEnsure accurate budget forecasting and expense planning in close collaboration with relevant PM(s) where applicableEnsure regular performance appraisal, capacity building and career management of 3Zero program staff (as applicable)Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics within the 3Zero program both between Acted and all partner organizationsEnsure 3Zero project records and documents (cooperation agreements, event participant lists, etc. are tracked, compiled and filed according to Acted procedures
4. Mainstream 3Zero House and 3Zero Vision across Acted country programming
Review ongoing Acted projects and initiatives and identify areas of synergies or collaborations with existing projects for integration into the 3Zero House and 3Zero VisionHelp program teams adapt and integrate existing project activities to leverage opportunities and partnerships from the 3Zero House to have a holistic approach of project activitiesEnsure country teams are aware of and understand the 3Zero House approach and other 3Zero program โ lead presentations, workshops and discussions to support awareness as needed5. Other
Undertake any other tasks as requested by the CD or Global 3ZERO House coordinatorExpected skills and qualifications
Education: Master degreeYou have at least 3 yearsโ experience in entrepreneurial support, ideally in social, solidarity andenvironmental impact entrepreneurship.You have an excellent knowledge of the social, solidarity and environmental entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Knowledge of the Tunisian context is an advantageYou are committed to the social and solidarity economy sector and have an interest in the 3Zero values
(zero poverty, zero exclusion, zero carbon).You have experience of setting up complex, multi-party projects and monitoring their budgets.You have experience of fundraising.You have experience of team management.You are familiar with office software (Pack Office) and social networks (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram,
WhatsApp).You are able to make proposals and take the initiative, be proactive and autonomous.You are able to handle several tasks at once, and have good organisational skills.You are a strong team playerYou are fluent in French, English and Tunisian.Knowledge of the international cooperation sector is an advantage.