Job ID
39970
Job Title
Senior Project Officer
To work for
COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale
Country
Syria
City
Rakka
Field of Work
Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Finished or Exempted (For male)
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
Program Implementation and Support
• Develop and manage comprehensive work plans for Early Recovery and Livelihoods- Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Programme activities, ensuring alignment with project goals, donor requirements, and logistical feasibility.
• Provide effective leadership and supervision to the project field team (Reporting Officer, Field Assistants and Data entry assistant by coordinating activities, addressing challenges promptly, and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Collaborate with the Programme Manager to analyze monthly financial reports, identify budget variances, and develop strategies to optimize budget allocation in accordance with the work plan.
• Assess needs for goods and services required for project activities. Prepare clear requisitions and work collaboratively with the Logistics department to ensure timely procurement processes.
• Cultivate productive and professional relationships with local partners (e.g., SARC), stakeholders, and INGOs through effective communication and negotiation. Foster program collaboration and achieve desired outcomes through a partnership approach.
• Partner with local organizations to conduct comprehensive needs assessments that identify protection gaps and areas of concern in current and prospective areas of operation. Utilize findings to develop well-defined Situation Reports (SITREPs) to inform future project proposals.
Reporting and Documentation
• Monitor project performance against established protocols, actively identifying and addressing issues within designated timeframes.
• Ensure the accurate and timely completion of internal and external project reports, adhering to donor guidelines and best reporting practices.
• Systematically document project activities and outcomes through well-written case studies, multimedia resources (videos/photos), and clear and concise lessons learned reports.
• Collaborate with field staff and MEAL specialists to:
o Develop or strengthen Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) tools specifically designed for protection activities.
o Ensure adequate and effective monthly monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of Early Recovery and Livelihoods- Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Programme activities.
• Oversee the proper collection, storage, analysis, and dissemination of Early Recovery and Livelihoods- Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Programme data following ethical data management principles and COOPI's data protection protocols.
• Support the Head of Programme/Programme Manager in effectively disseminating project findings and ongoing analysis within COOPI.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor program implementation quality and prepare comprehensive monitoring reports.
• Facilitate regular meetings with project field staff and relevant personnel to discuss challenges and priorities, develop action plans, and promote knowledge sharing amongst the team.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful work environment by promoting conflict resolution, sensitivity, and productive communication among staff and stakeholders.
• Ensure all project activities are implemented in strict accordance with COOPI's Code of Conduct, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protection policies, and guidelines on Preventing Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA).
• Perform any other project-related tasks assigned by the Head of Programme (HoP).
• Develop and manage comprehensive work plans for Early Recovery and Livelihoods- Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Programme activities, ensuring alignment with project goals, donor requirements, and logistical feasibility.
• Provide effective leadership and supervision to the project field team (Reporting Officer, Field Assistants and Data entry assistant by coordinating activities, addressing challenges promptly, and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Collaborate with the Programme Manager to analyze monthly financial reports, identify budget variances, and develop strategies to optimize budget allocation in accordance with the work plan.
• Assess needs for goods and services required for project activities. Prepare clear requisitions and work collaboratively with the Logistics department to ensure timely procurement processes.
• Cultivate productive and professional relationships with local partners (e.g., SARC), stakeholders, and INGOs through effective communication and negotiation. Foster program collaboration and achieve desired outcomes through a partnership approach.
• Partner with local organizations to conduct comprehensive needs assessments that identify protection gaps and areas of concern in current and prospective areas of operation. Utilize findings to develop well-defined Situation Reports (SITREPs) to inform future project proposals.
Reporting and Documentation
• Monitor project performance against established protocols, actively identifying and addressing issues within designated timeframes.
• Ensure the accurate and timely completion of internal and external project reports, adhering to donor guidelines and best reporting practices.
• Systematically document project activities and outcomes through well-written case studies, multimedia resources (videos/photos), and clear and concise lessons learned reports.
• Collaborate with field staff and MEAL specialists to:
o Develop or strengthen Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) tools specifically designed for protection activities.
o Ensure adequate and effective monthly monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of Early Recovery and Livelihoods- Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Programme activities.
• Oversee the proper collection, storage, analysis, and dissemination of Early Recovery and Livelihoods- Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Programme data following ethical data management principles and COOPI's data protection protocols.
• Support the Head of Programme/Programme Manager in effectively disseminating project findings and ongoing analysis within COOPI.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor program implementation quality and prepare comprehensive monitoring reports.
• Facilitate regular meetings with project field staff and relevant personnel to discuss challenges and priorities, develop action plans, and promote knowledge sharing amongst the team.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful work environment by promoting conflict resolution, sensitivity, and productive communication among staff and stakeholders.
• Ensure all project activities are implemented in strict accordance with COOPI's Code of Conduct, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protection policies, and guidelines on Preventing Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA).
• Perform any other project-related tasks assigned by the Head of Programme (HoP).
Qualifications
Education:
• Master's degree in a relevant field preferred (e.g., International Development, Livelihoods Studies, Agriculture, Social Work). A Bachelor's degree with extensive relevant experience may be considered.
Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in program management, livelihood interventions, or a closely related field within the humanitarian or development sector.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring livelihood programs, particularly those focused on emergency contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and supervise field teams in achieving program objectives.
• Understanding of market systems analysis and value chain development.
• Experience in working with cash transfer programming (preferred).
• Knowledge of relevant humanitarian principles and best practices (e.g., Sphere Standards).
Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify livelihood gaps and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills to build strong relationships with beneficiaries, local communities, government counterparts, and donors.
• Proficiency in conducting needs assessments, data collection, and analysis.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) methodologies for assessing livelihood program impact.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with fluency in the local language (Arabic) being a significant asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and relevant project management software (e.g., MS Project).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Commitment to gender equality and social inclusion in program design and implementation.
• Experience working in a cross-cultural environment and demonstrating cultural sensitivity.
• Master's degree in a relevant field preferred (e.g., International Development, Livelihoods Studies, Agriculture, Social Work). A Bachelor's degree with extensive relevant experience may be considered.
Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in program management, livelihood interventions, or a closely related field within the humanitarian or development sector.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring livelihood programs, particularly those focused on emergency contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and supervise field teams in achieving program objectives.
• Understanding of market systems analysis and value chain development.
• Experience in working with cash transfer programming (preferred).
• Knowledge of relevant humanitarian principles and best practices (e.g., Sphere Standards).
Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify livelihood gaps and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills to build strong relationships with beneficiaries, local communities, government counterparts, and donors.
• Proficiency in conducting needs assessments, data collection, and analysis.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) methodologies for assessing livelihood program impact.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with fluency in the local language (Arabic) being a significant asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and relevant project management software (e.g., MS Project).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Commitment to gender equality and social inclusion in program design and implementation.
• Experience working in a cross-cultural environment and demonstrating cultural sensitivity.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
The deadline for applications is July 21, 2024.
Salary and Benefits
As per COOPI Salary Scale.
About us
We are an independent Italian NGO founded in Milan by Father Vincenzo Barbieri on April 15 1965.
For 50 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.
Today we are present in 24 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, with 150 humanitarian projects reaching almost 2,400,000 people. Since 2006 we have been providing food, education, health and protection to thousands of children in 8 countries through our child sponsorship programs.
Since 1965 we have helped 100 million people, through 1,600 projects in 63 countries, employing 4,500 expatriate and 55,000 local operators.
For 50 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.
Today we are present in 24 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, with 150 humanitarian projects reaching almost 2,400,000 people. Since 2006 we have been providing food, education, health and protection to thousands of children in 8 countries through our child sponsorship programs.
Since 1965 we have helped 100 million people, through 1,600 projects in 63 countries, employing 4,500 expatriate and 55,000 local operators.
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Posted On
Jul 11, 2024
Expiry Date
Aug 10, 2024
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CV Language
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Additional questions for applicants
Q1: Have you been under any administrative, disciplinary, or criminal conviction resulting from an investigation of sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q2: Are you under investigation or have resigned before investigation closure related to sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q3: Are you in a sexual relation or married to a person under 18 years old?
Q2: Are you under investigation or have resigned before investigation closure related to sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q3: Are you in a sexual relation or married to a person under 18 years old?