Project Officer

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the implementation of all the project activities.
• Carry out all necessary preparations as per the terms of the work plan to ensure proper project implementation as per the approved timeline.
• Periodically monitor and update beneficiaries' database of the project.
• Coordinate between the various actors (implementing partners, target groups), and provide logistical support and services to the program.
• Attend coordination meetings, and sector working group.
• Monitor and evaluate program activities, and submit a final evaluation report (progress, achievements, challenges and lessons learned).
• The Project Officer under the direct guidance and supervision of the Project Manager, will ensure the provision of services and activities.
• Ensure practical coordination of assigned areas of project activities and in order to meet expected results. Contribute to the annual activity and procurement work plans as well as budgets based on expected yearend outputs.
• Ensure close monitoring of activities and disbursements.
• Establish a system of progress review with each of the implementing activities.
• Ensure timely submission of financial and activity reports.
• Receive monthly reports from the staff, review and refine before sharing with Project Manager.
• Prepare timesheets for the staff.
• Monthly report to Project Manager
• Monthly reporting on Activity Info.
• Prepare end of project report. 
• Any other duties related to the nature of the job as directed by the Project manager.

Key competencies

• Good Organizational Skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written), strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Excellent analytical, and writing skills.
• Oriented and able to meet strict timelines for outputs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility.