Project Officer - AFD Project

Main Role

The DRR Project Officer will oversee the implementation of the DRR activities related to AFD Project in the field. Moreover, s/he is also will also be in charge of ensuring relevant monitoring and reporting during the lifetime of the project.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for collecting timely reports from the field and contribute to the development of interim and final narrative reports to donors in accordance with relevant templates, requirements and deadlines.
• Coordinate with the micro projects and logistics officer to follow up on the purchases and the micro projects as set within the plan.
• Oversee the implementation of the DRR activities in targeted sites while providing the required support.
• Support in the planning of the activities in coordination with the PMER team.
• Liaise with and provide ongoing support to the Field Officers in the implementation areas.
• Ensure collecting the lessons learnt and the best practices from the field and sharing them with the PMER team.
• Conduct field visits to the targeted sites with the Field Officers to monitor the implementation of the activities.
• Provide relevant support to the Field Coordinator.
• Ensure that the implemented activities meet the strategic objectives of the project.

Position Related Competencies:

• Previous experience in similar positions
• Experience in project cycle management
• Experience in social/ health programs: needs assessment, awareness raising, community based-approach
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, specifically MS Word and Excel
• Previous experience in working with NGOs
• Previous experience as an LRC volunteer is an asset

Behavioral Competencies:

• Pursues work with energy, drive, and a need for completion
• Applies innovative ideas
• Adapts to varying work situations
• Takes initiative
• Able to work with volunteers with high flexibility
• Able to work under pressure
• Experience in working with teams