Project Officer – Only Turkish Citizens – Gaziantep At Islamic Relief

The Project Officer reports to Senior Programme Officer (Area Supervisor) and s/he will be responsible for implementation of a livelihood project in Gaziantep and Şanlıurfa provinces. He/she will be reporting the overall projects progress. The Project Officer must work in compliance with Islamic Relief policies and procedures.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:**

• The Project Officer will serve as a key member of the project team, providing support for implementation of project activities.
• He/She will develop the methodology to assess beneficiary profiles, business feasibilities, eligibility criteria of individuals for grants.
• Coordination with relevant stakeholders including government departments, UN agencies and other organizations to get support and ensure smooth implementation of project activities.
• Conducting the feasibility studies to identify the potential beneficiaries in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide support on a range of administrative/operational tasks including developing contracts; budget and expenditure tracking; monitoring workplans; liaising with and being a key focal point for project stakeholders.
• Drafting ToRs for selected beneficiaries with clear roles and responsibilities for better outputs.
• Finalizing the contract/grants documents and letters of agreement with institutions.
• Regular follow-ups with the supported enterprises for smooth management of business to get maximum outputs.
• Preparing the income analysis reports for the selected enterprises to see the progress of each supported business.
• Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme/project management.
• Preparing Monthly, semi-annual, and final report.
• Track project progress and provide regular support to ensure high-quality and timely implementation of project activities.
• Conduct periodic visits to project sites to follow-up and support project implementation.
• Ensure budget forecasting and expense planning.
• Contribute to the development of project procurement plans.
• Identify, track and manage operational, economic and environments risks for project.
• Work in close collaboration with the different support departments (administration, finance, logistic, etc.).
• Implement organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, documentation, and presentations.
• Maintain communication and correspondence with partners, and beneficiaries.
• To carry out other responsibilities and duties as requested by the line manager.

Personal Specification:

• Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others.
• Flexibility and ability to multi-tasking under pressure.
• Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office.
• Ability to cultivate strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across a wide variety of cultural contexts.
• Strong communication, interpersonal & technical skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively as well as display professionalism and confidence.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Team builder, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve disputes and conflict.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience in livelihood programs more specifically in enterprise or business development and job creation or similar fields is required.
• Experience in designing and implementation development programme/project is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in some of the following topic: economics both at macro and micro level, enterprise development, feasibility studies, livelihood program, market analysis and market-based approach
• University degree from an accredited University in business administration, economics, sociology or social sciences.
• Previous experience with United Nations organizations and/or NGOs in a similar position is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS office and the ability to use software necessary for project management and reporting.
• Fluency in written and oral English.
• Arabic is must, Turkish is a plus.
• Must have cultural sensitivity and the ability to work in a multi-cultural team.