Project Assistant At CTG

CTG overview

• CTG stands for Committed To Good. With an ethical approach at the heart of all that we do, it is a description that makes us proud. Respect for the fundamental human rights of our staff, and those our staff encounter, is a cornerstone of our values. We strive for gender equality, inclusion and diversity, providing fair and equal opportunities for all. We take a zero tolerance approach to corruption and stay true to local labour laws and all local statutory requirements. In operation since 2006, today we are honoured to serve clients in 15 fragile and conflict-affected states assisting with disaster relief, peace building, humanitarian aid and development programmes through our specialised recruitment, HR management and operational services.

Overview of position

• Our client in Mozambique is implementing a Community Engagement & Policing (CEP) project that seeks to strengthen community security & stability in communities affected by violence in the northern region of Mozambique through police capacity building & community engagement. The objective of the intervention is to contribute to building resilience to violence in communities & increase law enforcement’s positive relationships with communities in Cabo Delgado.

Role objectives

• The position will support the implementation & monitoring of our clients Community Engagement & Policing (CEP) program & projects in the northern region of Mozambique.
• Liaise & coordinate with community representatives & community groups in assigned communities.
• Provide assistance in implementing & monitoring the day to day implementation of the project in assigned communities.
• Support the preparation of trainings to community members.
• Assist in M&E processes, including data entry & conducting monitoring visits.
• Produce regular update reports on field activities.
• Assist the National Project Officer in monitoring & notifying the Program Manager of all potential / emerging risks associated with the project.
• Undertake duty travel as required.
• Organize internal & external field visits.
• Guide, train & assist in coordinating work of field staff.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Project reporting

• This role works under the overall supervision of the Head of Program & Operations & the direct supervision of the Program Manager (Immigration & Border Management (IBM).

Key competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Communications or other relevant field with at least 3 years of relevant experience or completed High School Degree from an accredited academic institution, with 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience working with govt., international organizations, NGOs or CSOs in complex & changing environment.
• Experience working with law enforcement is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting training & capacity building programs, particularly for law enforcement, is desirable.
• Experience working & communicating with communities & community leaders required.
• Excellent planning & organizational skills are required, including the ability to meet deadlines & work under pressure.
• Excellent communication & negotiation skills.
• Ability to present clear & concise information is required.
• Experience in community mobilization & community policing is a desirable skill.
• Experience with conflict prevention, mediation or psychosocial counselling is highly desirable.
• Must be fluent in both English & Portuguese.
• Fluency in local languages of Cabo Delgado province is an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 year of experience in Africa (essential).

Team management

• This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

• Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this role.