Project Officer Sr by Catholic Relief Services

Accra
Permanent
Full-time

29 days ago

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAs a Senior Project Officer in the Integrated Community Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Improvement (ICOWASH) project team, you will facilitate the achievement of project objectives through coordinating and reporting on Savings and Internal Lending Communities (SILC) and Private Service Provider (PSP) activities related to the ICOWASH project. You are also expected to provide technical guidance and advice to staff, implementing partner(s), and community stakeholders. Your coordination and relationship management skills will ensure that the activities which you are responsible for apply best practices and constantly work toward improving the impact of project benefits.Job Responsibilities:

Organize and lead community mobilization and sensitization of Savings and Internal Lending Communities (SILC) activities
Conduct assessment and selection of Field Agents (FAs) to mobilize and manage SILC groups
Lead the training of FAs on the coordination and management of SILC groups
Conduct monitoring of SILC groups and FAs and provide technical support in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices
Coordinate the assessment of FAs and provide recommendation on advancement to Private Service Providers (PSPs)
Ensure project reporting compliance by developing monthly and annual SILC reports as well as contributing to annual and final project reports
Capture and analyze SILC data in SAVIX database to inform ongoing project activities and support management decision
Support business development efforts by contributing to WASH project design activities
Assist with the comprehensive assessment of Project Officers

Number of employees supervised: noneEducation and Experience

Bachelor's degree in relevant fields (Development studies, social sciences, Business Administration). Advanced Degree Preferred.
Minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in project support, ideally in the field of WASH and with an NGO
Experience working with SILC/VSLAs (Demonstrable understanding on the mechanics of Savings and Loans groups)
General understanding of WASH in rural context and livelihood activities at the community level
Work experience in and ability to relate with rural populations especially women
Clear understanding of gender dynamics and mainstreaming
Ability to effectively communicate with beneficiaries, partners, and project staff
Ability to develop project communication materials (presentations, reports, success stories, and BCC materials relevant to SILC)
Ability to supervise and provide technical guidance to other staff
Experience working with partners, participatory action planning and community engagement.
Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data.
Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Personal Skills

Analysis, problem-solving skills, and interest in numeracy with ability to make sound judgment
Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners
Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented
Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities

Travel Required: 40% Travel to the fieldKey Working Relationships:Supervisory: Project OfficerInternal: ICOWASH Project Manager, WASH Program Manager, Head of Programming, Project Officers, Project MEAL OfficerExternal: Field Agents, SILC Groups, other community stakeholders, and international organizationsQualificationsAgency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

Integrity
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Builds Relationships
Develops Talent
Strategic Mindset
Accountability & Stewardship

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.Closing Date : 10th December. 2021HOW TO APPLY

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