Terms of Reference Re - Advertisement Executive Director Position(in Addis Ababa)

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Terms of Reference Re - AdvertisementPost Title: Executive Director Position(in Addis Ababa)Organization: Ethiopian Human Rights Defenders Centre (EHRDC)BackgroundThe Ethiopian Human Rights Defenders Centre (EHRDC) was established in December 2019 and registered in November 2020, with registration number 5220, at the FDRE Authority for Civil Society Organizations. EHRDC focuses on advocacy, capacity building, and protection of human rights defenders in Ethiopia, ensuring their safety, security, and well-being, as well as promoting evidence-based advocacy in the country.Position SummaryThe Executive Director provides strategic leadership to the EHRDC, translating its established vision into effective and innovative actions. The Director oversees the day-to-day operations of EHRDC, ensuring that all activities align with the organization's mission and values. The role includes reporting on the overall operation of the Center to the board and the relevant authorities, guiding the development of organizational policies and strategies in consultation with the EHRDC Board. S/he evaluates the performance of staff members under her/ his direct supervision, initiates, develops, or creates partnerships with diverse stakeholders, and works to ensure the sustainability of EHRDC.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership and Vision ImplementationTranslate EHRDC’s established vision into actionable, inspiring strategies that unify and energize the organization.Develop and lead the implementation of organizational policies and strategies in consultation with the EHRDC board.Organizational Development and ComplianceIdentify, recruit, train, and mentor a talented and high-performing team capable of leading core departments and managing strategic functions. Oversee organizational operations and ensure full compliance with organizational policies and laws of the country.Partnerships and Resource ManagementLead fundraising efforts and build a network with relevant stakeholders to realize EHRDC’s vision and mission.Allocate resources strategically to ensure staff and volunteers can complete their responsibilities to their highest potential.Cultivate a transparent     and   collaborative    organizational    culture throughout    the organization.Represent EHRDC at local, regional, and international levels in ways that strengthen the profile, influence, and objectives of the organization.Supervise the financial accounts and project activities during the project lifecycle.Oversee day-to-day activities at EHRDCActively engage with human rights defenders in the community to ensure the promotion of human rights.Conduct regular staff performance reviews and ensure open, transparent, and effective communication with both staff and the board.Governance and reportingThe Director will be supervised by and accountable to the EHRDC Board, in accordance with the Center’s bylaws.Terms of PaymentBased on the organ...