PROJECT OFFICER

I. JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Officer will play a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the AWE Phase II project, focusing on empowering women engaged in early-stage micro and small enterprises. This position involves overseeing a team of 15 staff members and coordinating activities related to capacity-building training, access to financial services, market linkage, business development services, monitoring, and report writing. The Project Officer will provide comprehensive programmatic, logistical, and all-around support to ensure the project’s objectives are met.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, relevant training, and a passion for driving positive change in the lives of women engaged in micro and small enterprises. Excellent organizational and leadership skills, coupled with a deep understanding of gender-related issues, are essential for success in this role.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

Job Responsibility 1. Planning and Implementation of Activities:

• Participate in the development of Project detailed implementation plans, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Coordinate and supervise the execution of capacity-building training, financial service access, market linkage, and business development activities.
• Coordinate the executions of gender and social norm activities and advocacy campaigns
• Ensures effective implementation of the project activities as per the set plan of action and as per the donor requirement
• Ensures the project activities are implemented on time and within the budget

% of Time: 40%

Job Responsibility 2. Technical Support and Capacity Building:

• Provide technical support to project staff, addressing challenges and ensuring the quality and relevance of program activities.
• Design and implement capacity-building initiatives for both project staff and beneficiaries.

% of Time: 10%

Job Responsibility 3. Monitoring, Supervision, and Learning:

• Oversee the monitoring and evaluation of project activities, ensuring adherence to established indicators, monitoring and reporting tools/Templates
• Conduct regular field visits to supervise project implementation and provide guidance to the team.
• Ensures project learning and lessons are documented through short videos, pictures and success stories
• Ensure that the progress and quality of program implementation are continually tracked and timely corrective measures are taken

% of Time: 15%

Job Responsibility 4. Facilitate Learning and Networking:

• Foster a learning environment within the project team, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain effective networks and working relationships with different functions and units in the organization.

% of Time: 5%

Job Responsibility 5. Staff Management 

• Manage the performance of the Development and BDS Providers
• Ensure staff are utilizing their annual leave according to the policy
• Ensure timely submission of staff PAR
• Ensure that staff deliver their duties as per their JD

% of Time: 10%

Job Responsibility 6. Administrative and Functional Support 

• Facilitate project work advance and the settlement
• Facilitate the procurement of Goods and Services for the project

% of Time: 15%

Job Responsibility 7. Perform Other Duties as Assigned:

• Undertake additional responsibilities as required for the successful implementation of the AWE Phase II project.

% of Time: 5%

III. PROBLEM SOLVING (Thinking Environment)

• Levels one and two of problem-solving apply to the incumbent. The incumbent involves with daily routine activities, she/he also uses interpolative skills to pick and choose the right solution to address given problems.

IV. GENDER EQUALITY

• Understanding and demonstrated commitment to the importance of gender, youth, and social inclusion issues.
• Demonstrated commitment to principles of Gender Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and PSEAH (safeguarding), as evidenced in previous positions / programming

IV. QUALIFICATIONS (KNOW-HOW)

A) Education/training 

Required:

• BA degree in Gender, Law, Sociology, Social work, Development study, Social Science, or related areas of focus

Desired 

• Masters in related field is a plus.

B) Experience:

Required:

• 3- 5 years of relevant experience with first-degree and youth Entrepreneurship focused projects in urban settings.
• Experience working with micro and small enterprises, gender empowerment, and financial inclusions.

C) Technical skills 

Required:

• Language proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Computer proficiency
• Good communication and report-writing skills.
• Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, economic and social needs of young women, understanding of the participatory approach, and sustainable development.

D. Competencies

• Respect, accountability, courage, excellence, building partnerships, stress tolerance, building commitment, coaching, interpersonal skill, operational decision-making, planning and organizing, information monitoring.