Compliance and Systems Director (Ethiopia)

About the role

The Compliance and Systems Director (CSD) is a senior member of the Ethiopia country programme senior management team at People in Need. Based in Addis Ababa, the CSD ensures that all programme activities comply with internal policies and external donor requirements while overseeing the core support functions of logistics, procurement, finance and human resources.

Key responsibilities

• Provide guidance and oversight on the interpretation and implementation of donor contractual requirements and internal compliance procedures.
• Lead and improve the logistical, procurement, financial and HR systems that support programme delivery.
• Maintain an enabling environment for programme implementation, ensuring accountability to donors and beneficiaries.
• Directly manage the Heads of Finance, Operations and HR, or equivalent supervisory roles.
• Coordinate closely with the Country Director, Regional Head of Systems and Operations, and programme managers.
• Develop and deliver capacity‑building initiatives for staff across all departments.

Required profile

• Significant senior‑level experience in compliance, systems management or operations within the humanitarian or development sector.
• Proven ability to interpret and enforce donor regulations and internal policies.
• Strong leadership experience managing cross‑functional teams such as finance, logistics, procurement and HR.
• Experience working in multi‑donor environments and coordinating with senior country and regional managers.

Required skills