The Project Officer is responsible for implementing the Acting Now for food security and resilient production systems project activities in a timely and professional manner
according to its objectives
goals
and indicators in line with organizational requirements
and beneficiary needs. The Project Officer implements the project activities to ensure that Solidaridad projects are delivered on time and produce the desired results. Organizational position The Project Officer reports to the Project Manager or Senior Projects Manager at the national and regional levels and works closely with the Country (Projects) Manager at the country level. The Project Officer works closely with the Head of Programmes
Senior Project Officers
Project Associates
innovation theme advisors
and the quality function teams. Roles and Responsibilities Project Planning 1Support the preparation of project work plans
budget and time schedules for implementing the project activities. Support the identification and planning of technical activities and requirements to implement the project as per organisational standards. Project Implementation Follow-up Coordinate and implement day to day project activities with beneficiaries and partners in field ensuring that technical quality and standards are considered and respected during project(s) implementation. Ensure project activities are on time
target and budget
using effective monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems to reach desired impacts. Assist the Project Manager to trouble-shoot any project challenges during project implementation. Provide regular and timely updates on progress and challenges to the Project Manager and other team members. Documenting and Compliance Keep records of all the project activity documents
in particular beneficiary list
completion certificates
attendance sheets
etc. Help maintain a beneficiary master database containing all beneficiary registration and baseline information
as well as the project activities from which the beneficiaries benefitted ensure the data is protected from misuse in line with Solidaridad’s data protection policy. Beneficiary Engagement and Accountability Adhere to Solidaridad’s Code of Conduct and treat all beneficiaries with respect and without any distinction or discrimination based on nationality
race
ethnicity
tribe
gender
religious beliefs
political opinion or disability. Support the selection of beneficiaries benefiting from the project activities. Communicate Solidaridad’s Complaints and Response Mechanism target communities and participate in solving complaints related to the project in coordination with the Project Manager. Internal Coordination Participate in project coordination meetings with the project team. Develop project communication materials for internal coordination. External Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement Undertake communication and liaison activities to actively consult and involve beneficiaries
key informants
actors
partners and stakeholders in all stages of project design and implementation. Cultivate good relations with key actors – local
regional and international
including government authorities and non-government organization actors
through regular attendance at technical meetings and bilateral meetings. Identify opportunities to collaborate and coordinate efforts with other organizations to ensure our activities build upon - rather than replicate - the work of others. Partner Management Provide support to partners in project implementation and ensure timely and qualitative implementation of projects by partners in line with Solidaridad’s and donor requirements. Participate in review meetings with partners
with particular attention given to the relationship aspects of partnership collaboration
and ensure that any issues or disputes are resolved promptly. Security Ensure that each member of the project field team is aware of security issues
policies
and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and they follow them accordingly. Human Resource Ensure that project field staff understand and can perform their roles and responsibilities. Follow up on the work plans and day-to-day activities of the project field staff. Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics among project team members. Ensure capacity building among project team members. Logistics Contribute to the development of project plans (e.g. procurement
logistics
etc.)
when assigned. Send accurate and precise order forms on time to the quality function team. Ensure proper management and use of the project assets and stocks. Plan field team movements based on available fleet and applicable policies. Finance Forecast monthly cash requirements for the month’s project activities and submit to the Project Manager. Quality Control Assess the project activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources. Undertake regular field visits to provide technical guidance and supervision
as well as regularly monitor the progress of the project activities. Assist with monitoring project activities implemented by field staff and partners (if any). Document lessons learned and best practices and share them with the Project Manager and the Regional Communications Officer
so they can be reflected in project planning
communication materials and decision making. Grant Management Ensure adherence to donor procedures. Support the Project Manager in the preparation of progress and final reports
ensuring the quality and accuracy of technical information for activities. Participate in communication activities through the regular collection of pictures and stories related to project activities. Participate in businessl development processes through the provision of expert programmatic advice related to contextual knowledge.