CARE Project Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
CARE Project Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
Job SummaryThe purpose of the Project Officer position is to provide technical and professional support to assist in planning and implementing project activities in Afar field office of SEEPG project intervention woredas; and aimed at in building the capacity of woreda and kebele level partners for efficient implementation of the project.
S/he will develop and maintain close working relationship with Government sector experts and officials responsible for empowering women and girls in their designated area, as well as with other individuals and organizations related to the project.
Project Officer will also facilitate training, technical and logistic assistance for planning, implementation and M & E of project activities in accordance with agreed project document guidelines & proposal.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Training and Technical Support:
Provide technical and logistic assistance and motivate the government counterparts as needed to promote timely reporting, investigation, follow-up of project activities.
Plan, organize, and conduct meetings with government officials, local organizations, staff, non-government organizations, and others to promote understanding of, support for, participation in, and effective implementation of project activities.
Maintain up-to-date data related to project activities for the area of responsibility and ensure analysis and interpretation of this data for improvement of project activities in the area.
Develop and maintain close working relationship with Government officials responsible for a significant economic, health, social benefits to the pastoralist girls themselves, their family and the wider community.
Provides support for all trainings, workshops, and meetings conducted at woreda level, which includes preparing training plan in organizing and facilitating events.
Facilitate the supply and administration of logistical needs for the project implementation
Ensures effective implementation of the project activities as per the set plan of action, prepare quarterly and annual report as per the donor requirement.
Conduct training need assessment to identify government line offices knowledge gap and design appropriate training accordingly.
Planning and Supervision
Provide training, technical and logistic assistance for planning and implementation of the project components in accordance with guidelines & procedures of the organization.
Conducts joint, supportive and facilitative supervision with woreda partner staffs on the project activities.
Supervises project activities and budgets, which includes tracking of project activity.
Networking and Learning
Works closely with communities, health facilities and Woreda key sector Offices to promote HTPs/FGM and other community level institutions that improve women and girls life;
Keeps update with developments in the sector, including best practice examples and ensure ongoing personal development and learning;
Participates in the documentation and dissemination of lessons learned in available forums.+
Reporting
Prepares monthly/quarterly progress reports and submits to Project Manager;
Facilitate woreda partners to initiate a simplified TORs from annual work plan and insist them to prepare monthly plan accordingly
Coordinates quarterly review meetings ;
Performs other duties as assigned:
Job Requirements
Required
College Diploma in social science, community development, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Desired
BSc Degree in social science, community development, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Experience
Required
3 and above years of experience in Community development, empowerment of pastoralist women and girls and SRH.
Desired
NGO experience
Required
Knowledge of local language is advantageous;
Language proficiency in written and spoken English;
Computer literacy in MS-Word, Excel;
Interpersonal communication and report writing skills;
Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, participatory approach and sustainable development.
Desired
Training/facilitating skill.
Competencies
Respect, accountability, courage, excellence, adaptability, communicating with impart, contributing to team success, planning and organizing, proactive problem solving, technical and professional knowledge, stress tolerance and customer focus
How to Apply
If you are interested to be part of our dynamic team, exciting work environment and contribute to CARE Ethiopia’s mission and vision, please send your CV (not more than 3 page) and cover letter (not more than one page) using one of the following options:
Directly apply through Ethiojobs: www.ethiojobs.net
Send your application by e-mail to: ETH.JobsHR@care.org
Please clearly write the position you are applying on “Project Officer” the subject line of your email or envelope. Your application will be automatically disqualified if you failed to do so.
Please DO NOT SUBMIT copies of transcripts, academic degrees or recommendation letters with the application.
You will provide them upon request.
Due to the large volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Passionate and dedicated candidates who meet the job requirements are strongly encouraged to apply especially women.
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