SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER

Job posted by: CARE - USA - Fri, 31 Jul 2015

Job Details:

Organisation: CARE - USA

Deadline Fri, 14 Aug 2015

Job type: Permanent

Location: Sierra Leone

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CARE is seeking for a Senior Program Officer that will ensure that grants are managed effectively through appropriate and timely reporting and detailed communication with key stakeholders. S/he will facilitate program development and resource acquisition with high standards of appropriateness, timeliness, and effectiveness. S/he will provide the final review of all proposals and concept notes prior to submitting to donors. S/he will coordinate, encourage and facilitate the documentation of promising practices and lessons learned.


Primary Responsibilities:
•External engagement by Strengthening CARE’s Networking and Coordination
•Pre-proposal/opportunity tracking
•Proposal development
•Post-submission
•Grant Start-Up
•Grant Implementation

Primary Skills:
•At least a degree in Social Sciences, community development,  project management
•A minimum of three – five years experience working with an NGO or UN agency, or equivalent, is preferred.
•Good experience in project design, implementation, reporting, and evaluation
•Working experience in Freetown
•Must be able to relate and represent CARE to major program partners, in a highly professional manner
•Computer knowledge including Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point
•Fluent written and spoken English
•Ability to work independently and as a team player
•Works with trustworthiness and integrity and has a clear commitment to CARE`s core values and principles
•Ability to operate effectively in stressful situations, including working overtime
•Gender awareness and cultural sensitivity
•Good time management and problem solving skills


To apply for this position, please visit our website at http://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1&rid=2741 

Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.

CARE USA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate. Job postings may be removed from CARE`s career website at any time.

 



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