Project Officer
Closing date: 22 Sep 2019
Contracted by: Vento di Terra
Name of the project: HIMAYATI- Comprehensive and inclusive system of protection for highly vulnerable population in the areas of Mafraq and Amman- 11386/VdT/2018.
Supervised by: Project Coordinator
Line Managed by: Project Manager
Duty station: Based in Amman – with frequent visits to project location (Mafraq)
Period: 6 months
Contract type: Full time
Starting Date: begging of September
Under the overall supervision of the project manager, the project officer will be working in Amman with local partners; FDA – Family Development Association in Amman to improve the access for qualified services of protection, were s/he will be responsible in general for implementing the project activities, providing PSS, CP and SGBV services and utilizing beneficiaries’ database. Whilst maintaining good communication pathways with the beneficiaries, partners, and local CBOs
Main tasks responsibilities:
The Project Officer will constantly handle the relation with the beneficiaries, facilitating their access to services and offering them support, both logistic and guidance, while facilitating their contact with the social worker and the psychologist
Organizing the PSS activities through working closely with the psychologist and Social Worker
Help to identify needs and vulnerabilities and facilitate the access of beneficiaries to this service
S/he will work closely with the psychologist and social worker in deciding whether to further and if needed to support cases and activating case management path or any referral system.
The Project Officer will work with the psychologist and social worker to elaborate a cases planning and, continuing to follow up on the cases
Work closely with the outreach team to follow up on the beneficiaries especially those who dot regularly attend the activities.
The Project Officer will be responsible for keeping track of all the documentation related to each case, updating a data-base, and will also take charge of the organization of the referral system
Ensure that the privacy of beneficiaries is guaranteed and appropriate procedures are applied
Project Officer will organize as to assist to all the workshops and awareness sessions
The Project Officer will supervise all the PSS activities are implemented according to the plan and ensure coordination with project staff in Amman.
Work closely with the project coordinator on following up on the coordination of all activities related to the project.
Create, prepare and utilize project databases and excel sheets required to the project.
Other Duties
Submit progress and/or activities reports on a bi-weekly basis to the project manager
Participate effectively in meetings with the project staff
Maintain regular and clear communication pathways with the project staff in Amman
Updating the project staff on any risks, challenges in the field and to provide inputs based on her/his observation
Work closely with the partner, local staff, and project staff to ensure proper coordination is being implemented.
Prepare monthly plans for the activities.
Assisting in the procurement planning for the activities and ensuring to request any material needed for the activities ahead of time.
Any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager / Supervisor.
Requirements:
Bachelor degree in psychology, social work or any related field
At least three years professional technical experience, including a minimum of 1 year in PSS programs in emergency/conflict contexts preferably or experience in a similar position
Excellent interactive training and facilitation skills
Good communication skills including ability to gain trust and build relationships with new communities
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word.
Strong reporting skills and English is an asset.
Driving licence
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates shall send their CVs and Cover letters to following Email:
[email protected]
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for and your name.