The Project Officer will play a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the AWE Phase II project, focusing on empowering women engaged in early-stage micro and small enterprises. This position involves overseeing a team of 15 staff members and coordinating activities related to capacity-building training, access to financial services, market linkage, business development services, monitoring, and report writing. The Project Officer will provide comprehensive programmatic, logistical, and all-around support to ensure the project's objectives are met.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, relevant training, and a passion for driving positive change in the lives of women engaged in micro and small enterprises. Excellent organizational and leadership skills, coupled with a deep understanding of gender-related issues, are essential for success in this role.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Planning and Implementation of Activities:

• Participate in the development of Project detailed implementation plans, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.

• Coordinate and supervise the execution of capacity-building training, financial service access, market linkage, and business development activities.

• Coordinate the executions of gender and social norm activities and advocacy campaigns 

• Ensures effective implementation of the project activities as per the set plan of action and as per the donor requirement 

• Ensures the project activities are implemented on time and within the budget 

% of Time: 40%

2. Technical Support and Capacity Building:

• Provide technical support to project staff, addressing challenges and ensuring the quality and relevance of program activities.

• Design and implement capacity-building initiatives for both project staff and beneficiaries.

% of Time: 10%

3. Monitoring, Supervision, and Learning:

• Oversee the monitoring and evaluation of project activities, ensuring adherence to established indicators, monitoring and reporting tools/Templates 

• Conduct regular field visits to supervise project implementation and provide guidance to the team.

• Ensures project learning and lessons are documented through short videos, pictures and success stories 

• Ensure that the progress and quality of program implementation are continually tracked and timely corrective measures are taken

% of Time: 15%

4. Facilitate Learning and Networking:

• Foster a learning environment within the project team, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

• Establish and maintain effective networks and working relationships with different functions and units in the organization.

% of Time: 5%

5. Staff Management 

• Manage the performance of the Development and BDS Providers

• Ensure staff are utilizing their annual leave according to the policy 

• Ensure timely submission of staff PAR 

• Ensure that staff deliver their duties as per their JD

% of Time: 10%

6. Administrative and Functional Support 

• Facilitate project work advance and the settlement 

• Facilitate the procurement of Goods and Services for the project   

% of Time: 15%

7. Perform Other Duties as Assigned:

• Undertake additional responsibilities as required for the successful implementation of the AWE Phase II project.

% of Time: 5%

III PROBLEM SOLVING (Thinking Environment)

• Levels one and two of problem-solving apply to the incumbent. The incumbent involves with daily routine activities, she/he also uses interpolative skills to pick and choose the right solution to address given problems. 

IV GENDER EQUALITY

• Understanding and demonstrated commitment to the importance of gender, youth, and social inclusion issues.

• Demonstrated commitment to principles of Gender Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and PSEAH (safeguarding), as evidenced in previous positions / programming 

Job Requirement

• BA degree in Gender, Law, Sociology, Social work, Development study, Social Science, or related areas of focus

• Masters in related field is a plus. 

• 3- 5 years of relevant experience with first-degree and youth Entrepreneurship focused projects in urban settings.

• Experience working with micro and small enterprises, gender empowerment, and financial inclusions. 

• Language proficiency in written and spoken English.

• Computer proficiency

• Good communication and report-writing skills.

• Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, economic and social needs of young women, understanding of the participatory approach, and sustainable development.

• Respect, accountability, courage, excellence, building partnerships, stress tolerance, building commitment, coaching, interpersonal skill, operational decision-making, planning and organizing, information monitoring.

How to Apply

• Register using the following link CLICK HERE