Terre des hommes is looking for a proactive, energetic, and organised Project Officer , to join its team in Dnipro city, to support in the implementation of its projects. If you are looking for a meaningful job that will make a lasting impact on the lives of children, we want to meet you.
Position Title: Project Officer
Duty Station: Dnipropetrovsk / Zaporizhzhia oblasts (with field travel to programme sites, including non-occupied areas of Donetsk oblast as security permits)
Reports to: Project Manager (with functional-technical supervision by Program Coordination)
Duration: till the end of the project
Specific Responsibilities/Context of “tasks”
Be actively involved in all stages of project implementation
Monitoring of educational institutions
Communication with the management of educational institutions where the project will be implemented
Communication with government officials in the communities where the project will be implemented
Organization of trainings on a given topic
Entering data into the database
Project reporting
Technical and information support of project participants at all stages of its implementation
Systematic business trips to the location where the project will be implemented for the purpose of monitoring and support
Communicate with the manager in a timely manner in case of problematic issues
Strictly adhere to project deadlines
Execution of other tasks within the framework of the project, which come from the manager and other structural divisions of the organization
Together with the Project Manager, support coordinate and seek partnering with the local authorities (Oblast, City and Hromada authorities, including head of Oblast and City, Head of Hromada, Department of Education, Children’s Affairs and other department for City/Hromada Development and Planning etc.).
Support coordinate and seek partnering with local community-based social support services for children, such as, Day Care Center for Children including those with disabilities, Kindergartens, Physical and other rehabilitation centers, foster care families including those who accommodate children with disabilities, parents group for children with disabilities, Organizations for People with Disabilities, Primary Health Care facilities, Resilience center, Inclusive Resource Center, Center for Social Service, local transport services etc.
The Project Officer will ensure support inclusion of children with disabilities and Special Educational Needs (SENs), while support the Project Manager to execute high-quality data collection, analysis, and reporting programme and project interventions, contributing to evidence-based decision-making, adaptive programming, and accountability to children, families, and communities
Internal/external control systems
Knows and complies with the requirements of regulations on labor protection and the environment, adheres to the norms, methods and techniques of safe work.
Ensure the compliance with internal guidelines regarding the risk of theft, armed robbery, corruption, embezzlement, errors and losses. Commit to respect TDH Risk Management Policies including Child Protection and Safeguarding policy, Anti-theft Fraud and Corruption Policy and Whistle Blowing Policy. Report any breach observed in the framework of these policies during his/her professional activities both as regards the proven or suspected offence and preventive breach
Skills
Manages time and priorities, meets deadlines.
Cooperates and contributes to achieving goals.
Supports and advises colleagues.
Adapts communication to the intercultural environment.
Respect for others.
Training/Qualifications
University Degree, preferably in social and humanistic fields;
Experience
Minimum 1-2 year of experience in a similar position
Excellent communication skills;
Excellent record keeping and documentation skills;
Ability to work independently and organize, prioritize, and follow through on multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment;
Strong team spirit;
High level of integrity
Respect of deadlines;
Ability to uphold high standards and punctuality under pressure;
Languages
Fluency in Ukrainian (written and spoken), knowledge of English is desirable.
IT know-how
Experience in using such computer software as Microsoft Office, knowledge of database package MS Excel.
Application
By sending the application the candidate gives the consent for the personal data processing for recruitment processes solely. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process. Child Safeguarding Policy: To commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy.
GDPR compliance
By sending your application, you agree that your personal data will be used in the recruitment process. All the documents we will request in different steps of the recruitment process will only be used for this purpose. All staff involved in recruitment and selection are aware that data protection rules apply, and that personal information will be treated confidentially. According to our policy, we will keep your application documents for the period of the recruitment only. Due to an anticipated high number of applications, Tdh is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.
TO APPLY: Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their CV and motivation in English.
