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Organization: Malteser International
Location: Kyiv
Grade: Level not specified , Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
Project and Programme Management
Closing Date: 2024-11-09
Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asiaand the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.
Since the start of the war in eastern Ukraine in 2014, Malteser International has been working with three local partner organizations in the sector of mental health and psycho-social support (MHPSS). As a result of the Russian attack in February 2022, Malteser International has expanded its humanitarian activities in Ukraine with a strong partner focus to include relief distributions in war-affected areas – winterization – a scale-up of Mental Health and Psycho-social support – as well as social support and cohesion.
In support of the current and envisioned program implementation and to reinforce the capacities of our local partners in Ukraine, Malteser International is looking for Senior Program Officer for its office in Kyiv.
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, as a Senior Program Officer, you will support the timely and high-quality project management for MI’s humanitarian response program in Ukraine, in coordination with local partners. In this role, you will support the project management functions during the scaling-up and exploration of new potential partner, conducting field and need assessment, developing quality proposals, providing technical support to partner’s quality and timely project implementation as well as supporting reportorial requirements for MI, clusters, partners and institutional donors.
Your responsibilities:
- In cooperation with the Program Manager, support the timely and high-quality project cycle management for MI`s humanitarian response program in Ukraine, in coordination with local partners.
- Contribute to the development and conduct of needs assessments, concept notes and proposals for new projects, ensuring consideration for humanitarian standards and cross-cutting issues.
- Support in the timely follow-up and submission for partner projects and donor reports.
- Support the planning and conduct of regular field monitoring visits to partners and support discussions on identified needs/ gaps and opportunities based on the changing context.
- Support the identification and development of staff capacity of the partner’s program team through on-the-job training and specific capacity-building measures.
- Build and maintain good relations with partner organizations, national authorities, international and national organizations’, donors, and other stakeholders in Ukraine.
Your profile:
- University degree in social sciences/work, child protection, human rights, or relevant area. A master’s degree or professional Project Cycle Management Certification (e.g. PDM Pro) is an asset.
- 2-4 years progressively advanced working experience in project management.
- At least 3 years of proven experience in similar positions with international NGOs.
- With experience of working with partners and by using participatory approach as well as of coordinating responses with a range of actors, including Government authorities, national/ local organizations, NGOs, UN.
- Ability to achieve results and maintain consistent high standards of professional behavior including when working alone.
- Fluency in both Ukrainian and English Languages (written and spoken).
What we offer:
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duty Station: Kyiv/Ukraine with frequent travel to other oblasts
- Duration of contract: One year (with possibility to extend)
- Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equalopportunityemployer and welcomesapplicationsfrom all people, regardless ofgender, confessionororigin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these document
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