Solidaridad Climate Smart DD Senior Project Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
Position Overview
The Senior Project Officer will be based in the project field office and will be responsible for the successful field implementation of the ongoing Oromia Dairy Farmer’s Bounty Project (ODFBP) and support the project team on the overall growth of the livestock program in Ethiopia.
In direct coordination with the Project Manager and other team members, s/he will carry out capacity building of stakeholders, private sectors, and key project participants along the dairy value chain.
Provide technical direction, guidance, and capacity strengthening to the project participants and partners to enhance program quality and impact. Monitor and document the progress of the ODFBP activities through field visits, meetings with consultants, reviewing of consultant’s reports, and provision of feedback.
Main objective of the function
The Senior Project Officer supports the Project Manager with the development and
implementation of project plans, policies, and solutions. The Senior Project Officer also contributes to issue resolution and escalation, research and analytic activities, and planning and monitoring activities.
Organizational position
The Senior Project Officer reports to the Project Manager at the country level. The Senior Project Officer shall work closely with the project team members, innovation advisers, MEAL Officer, Gender Officer, and Quality Function team.
Roles and Responsibilities
Supports the Project Manager in monitoring and tracking the project deliverables and outcomes including preparation of preliminary reports in relation to budget, schedule, and resources.
Ensures compliance to the organization’s and donor’s Project Management Methodology, Theory of Change, Risk management and security policies, quality assurance policies, and procedures.
Coordinating project schedules, resources, equipment, and information.
Liaising with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope, and objectives.
Coordinates project management activities, resources, equipment, and information.
Delivers projects into doable actions and set timeframes, as well as supports PMEL activities.
Liaises with stakeholders to identify and define requirements, scope, and objectives.
Coordinates the assignment of tasks to Project Officers and assists with schedule management.
Analyzes risks and opportunities, oversees project procurement management, and monitors project progress while handling arising issues.
Acts as the point of contact and communicates project status to all participants.
Works with the (Senior) Project Manager to eliminate foreseeable challenges, and uses tools to monitor work plans and expenditures.
Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports.
Ensures standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Relevant academic level education: Master’s degree in a relevant field (Dairy Science, Livestock Breeding, Animal Nutrition, Rural Development, Agricultural Economics, Project Management, etc.
At least five (5) years in managing livestock and Dairy Value Chain, Climate Change, & Food Security projects funded by international agencies in a similar/related role
At least three (3) years of experience – managing Climate Smart Dairy Farming, Agriculture, and sustainable supply chain projects in a senior management position with international organizations
Must be familiar with the dairy industry perishables supply chains, especially in production and marketing.
An understanding of the policy environment, issues, and stakeholders in the livestock, agriculture, and/or agribusiness sector in the country.
Excellent skills are required in program management; design, reporting and documentation, and monitoring and evaluation.
Experience in leading and managing small teams.
A self-starter and can work with minimum supervision
Willing to work with strict deadlines
Demonstrable track record of working with Public Private Partnership in international organization
Experience setting up new projects and programs
Capable of working in a dynamic, inter-cultural and multi-stakeholder setting.
Able to travel extensively within project areas
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, another language, and
Oromifa proficiency are desirable
Knowledge of strategic, human resource, financial, and quality management.
Specific Job Requirements
Proven work experience in project coordination or similar activities.
Experience in project management – from conception to delivery.
Ability to prepare and interpret flowcharts, work plans, schedules, and step-by-step action plans.
Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time management.
Strong client-facing and teamwork skills.
Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control.
Change orientation- Anticipates problems focuses on seeking solutions and is willing to be challenged and challenge others
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Solidaridad Climate Smart DD Senior Project Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
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