Officer, Project job at ChildFund International
Vacancy Title: Officer, Project
Type: Full Time
Industry: Nonprofit and NGO
Category: Admin & Office
Jobs at: ChildFund International
Deadline for this Job: Thursday, June 06, 2024
Duty Station: Within Uganda, Moyo, East Africa
Job Details:
About ChildFund: ChildFund is a child-focused international development organization operating in 23 countries, connecting children with resources for healthy, educated, skilled, and safe lives.
ChildFund’s Values: ChildFund values diversity, equity, inclusivity, and accessibility, fostering an environment where all are celebrated and empowered equally.
ChildFund’s Commitment: ChildFund International has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment, ensuring a safe environment for all stakeholders. This position requires vetting checks, including criminal records.
About This Role: The Project Officer will implement and coordinate an Integrated Early Childhood Education (ECE), child protection, and livelihood project in Parolinya Refugee settlement. This includes supporting parents, communities, and early learning centers to enhance access to quality early childhood education.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Implement project activities efficiently in targeted communities.
- Support project stakeholders including parents, ECD caregivers, and community leaders.
- Manage project funds in compliance with ChildFund’s standards.
- Mobilize and sensitize parents and community members for project participation.
- Coordinate with key stakeholders and enhance the network of ECD actors.
- Document and share knowledge and learning experiences from project interventions.
- Prepare activity reports and quarterly updates for the Project Manager.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Experience and Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in education/early childhood care, Child Development, Social Sciences, or Project Management.
- Minimum 2 years of experience implementing community-led programs for children 3-8 years in humanitarian settings.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
- Strong teamwork, networking, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to ride a motorcycle and willingness to work in remote areas.
Required Competencies:
- Teamwork: Effective collaboration and respect for individual differences.
- Communication: Empathy, tact, and storytelling in communication.
- Results Orientation: Proactive steps to achieve organizational goals.
- Decision Making: Critical thinking and reflection for improved outcomes.
- Resilience: Thriving in demanding and changing environments.
- Digital Literacy: Embracing new technology for business solutions.
Other Required Competencies:
- Fluency in English and strong verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with MS PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of international laws related to child protection.
- Effective change management and inclusive leadership skills.
SEE MORE: Manager II, Project job at ChildFund International
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job Application Procedure: Click Here to apply
