The role of the project officer is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within a budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating and overseeing quality control throughout its life cycle.

1. A degree in international development, law, economics, public administration, business, gender studies, sociology, project planning and management, or a related field is required.
2. At least two (2) years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, social science research, or other relevant fields.
3. At least two (2) years’ experience in the management of community development projects.
4. Demonstrated experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods, including surveys and focus groups.
5. Strong analytical and data visualization skills with the capacity to communicate with a range of audiences.
6. Experience working with donor-funded projects.
7. Solid PC- based computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and the internet.
8. Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
9. Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive, and equitable environment.
10. Must be well groomed and possess excellent office etiquette.

1. Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.
2. Oversee all project activities and be the main contact point for the donor and the field staff
3. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support Organization's goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
4. Develop full-scale project plans and associated communication documents 
5. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stockholders in a timely and clear fashion.
6. Ensure project activities comply with the policies and regulations of the donor organization.
7. Oversee the development and execution of project deliverables; lead project planning, budgeting, action plans, and monitoring processes.
8. Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis
9. Estimate the resource and participants needed to achieve project goal
10. Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary
11. Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of the required personnel from within the organization.
12. Determine and assess the need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments if necessary during the project cycle.
13. Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
14. Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
15. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team
16. Identify and manage project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
17. Track project milestones and deliverables.
18. Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
19. Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
20. Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
21. Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout the project life cycle.
22. Ensures close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and the achievement of results as specified in grant agreements.
23. Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and take accountability for their assigned work.
24. Lead and motivate the project team, monitor project activities and project expenditure and coordinate work with consultants and volunteers in the project
25. Oversee the preparation and submission of the annual activity-based project budget as well as monthly and quarterly financial reports and the sending of new funding requests.
26. Submit activity reports, meeting minutes, and financial reports on a regular basis to the donor.