PROGRAM OFFICER VACANCY

PROGRAM OFFICER VACANCY

·                  Job Specialization: Program Officer

·                  Job Industry: NGO

·                  Job Type: fulltime

·                  Application Deadline:6^th July, 2013

Job Details

Synergycare Initiative is a Non –Governmental Organization. Synergycare   initiative is community based, Environmental, Education and health development oriented. Synergycare initiative is dedicated to improving lives and creating Impact.           

Job Title: Program Officer

Location: Agudama, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State

Supervisor: Program Manager

Basic Functions:                                         

Under the supervision of the Program manager, the Program officer will in collaboration with other staff manage a range of duties related to grant solicitation and monitoring, program development, capacity building and oversight and providing programmatic technical assistance.

The Program officer will also assist the Program manager in coordinating activities related to local, state, and national bodies as needed, to promote the development of national standards in Programming.

The Program Officer will work in community-based programming, in close collaboration with CBOs, NGOs, FBOs, and other stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Supervise the activities of  Grants and ensure compliance with national guidelines ;

·        Assist in pre-award activities including developing Calls for Proposals (APS/RFAs), review applications and participate in grants selection process, pre-award assessments, budget and cost analysis, sub-grant and subcontract negotiations, award and modifications.

·        Manage a large portfolio of sub-grants and subcontracts; functions include review and overseeing program implementation and budgets, financial and programmatic reports, program deliverables, through regular contact by phone, email, and site visits;

·        Performs programmatic and financial reviews of program applications as required and participate in the selection process, including assistance with the development of technical and cost questions for applications, as necessary;

·        Provides assistance to partners on a range of program management issues including work plan and budget development, M&E and program reporting.

·        Provide technical assistance in the implementation of  program activities;

·        Provide guidance and training in compliance with accepted policies and regulations, financial management, audit and closeout;

·        Ensure that activities listed in the action plan are implemented;

·        Accompany other program staff in site visits to ensure program implementation and compliance;

·        Assist in responding to donor request and preparing donors reports including work plans, quarterly and annual reports;

·        Perform administrative functions (maintain filling system, scheduling of meetings/ venues) as needed;

·        Represent the organization as requested in meeting with donor representatives, government, partners, applicants, and the public as required;

·        Keep abreast of developments in development work, document methodologies and results; develop best practice papers that can inform the organization.

·        Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of local and donor contractual requirements and regulations
• Budget development skills with multi funding sources
• Ability to work with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among staff.
• Report on variances and status on regular basis.
• Work independently with initiative to manage high volume work flow.
• Demonstrated analytical skills in the interpretation of budgetary, financial and related management information.
• Must have report writing skills and be able to communicate with impact.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and handle pressure situations.
• Handle financial and quantitative information with accuracy and precision; resourceful in gathering, verifying and analyzing financial data.
• Must exhibit high levels of professionalism, integrity and ethical values at all times.
• Time management skills, both in planning and organizing work to meet deadlines.

Qualifications and requirements:

• OND/HND/BSc or its equivalent
• Basic experience/Knowledge in development work.
• Basic computer Knowledge is Mandatory

Method of Application:

Send CVs and cover letter to admin@sdi.org.ng  on or before 6^th July, 2013.