Project Officer

The Project Officer (PO 1) will assume responsibility for working with the local partners in support of ongoing CRS/Lebanon emergency projects.  Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor and in close cooperation with other programming staff (as applicable) working on this emergency projects, the PO 1 will be responsible for implementation of grant/project activities as per detailed implementation plans, and providing technical support to implementing partners in all geographical areas as assigned.  The PO 1 will work as part of the project implementation team, and maintain relationships with other program and support staff in the CP.  Specific Requirements:*Minimum of three years of work experience in development and/or emergency programs * Demonstrated experience in community mobilization, organization and mediation among local actors * Excellent writing and communication skills in English and Arabic * Strong cross-cultural skills and experience working with people from different ethnic/cultural backgrounds * Demonstrated capacities to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with donors, government officials, local organizations, communities and other stakeholders * Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines * Proven ability to develop proposals and write reports meeting donor requirements * Must be able to work independently and represent CRS *Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel) * Willingness to travel