Reference number: Rec/005/24
Introduction
CORDAID is a Dutch, international non-governmental organization which combines 100 years of experience and expertise in emergency aid and structural poverty eradication. CORDAID believes in a world without poverty and exclusion. We strive for a just and sustainable society where every person counts. We stand for knowledge and talent sharing between North and South, between farmers and businesses, between activists and policymakers. Where poverty, conflict and exclusion tear up societies, we connect people and communities. We also stand for professionalism, expertise and solidarity across borders, to make a difference where it is most needed. Together with more than 600 partner organizations in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America we structurally improve the living conditions of the poorest and most excluded populations - the bottom billion.
Purpose of the position
The purpose of the Project Officer is to ensure that all Ethiopia Joint Response (EJR) Project activities are implemented based on the project proposal and in accordance with Cordaid’s project-based working principles, procedures, and approach. He/she is responsible for the planning, direct implementation, supervision, and reporting of EJR activities. Moreover, he/she proposes adjustments according to emerging needs and priorities. He/she establishes and maintains close working relationship with EJR partners, CBOs, government sector offices, and NGOs during implementing and monitoring the project; organize quarterly progress review meetings; document and share potential promising practices/good practices and lessons learned that have a positive and lasting impact on the lives of the target beneficiaries. He/she will ensure operations are following the Cordaid, the donor and government policies and requirements procedures, so that they improve performance, ensures the quality of the project work, achieve intended results, and ensure sustainability of the interventions.
Responsibilities and Accountability
Project Management
Financial Management
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Minimum qualifications and skills
Technical skills