Program Officer

 Vacancy title:
Program Officer

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Hospitality, and Tourism , Category: Management ]

Jobs at:

Korea Food for the Hungry International Zambia (KFHIZ)

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, May 17 2024

Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka, South – Central Africa

JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary:
Program Officer is responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring of programs and ensure that there is a positive impactful and sustainable outcome. He/she will ensure that the programs align with organizational goals and objectives. He/she will also play a crucial role in identifying community needs and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Field Program Implementation:
• Execute and oversee the implementation of assigned programs and projects in the field.

• Work closely with local communities, partners, and stakeholders to ensure program objectives are met.
  2. Education Advocacy and Promotion
  • Develop and implement strategies to advocate for and promote education initiatives within the community.
  • Collaborate with schools, teachers, and local leaders to enhance access to quality education.
  3. Health/WASH Advocacy and Promotion:
  • Advocate for and promote health and WASH initiatives, emphasizing preventive healthcare practices and hygiene education.
  • Coordinate with health facilities and community health workers to strengthen health/WASH programs.
  4. Monitoring and Evaluation:
  • Establish and implement monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track program progress and outcomes.
  • Conduct regular field visits to assess the impact of programs and identify areas for improvement.
  5. Community Engagement:
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with community members, leaders, and beneficiaries.
  • Facilitate community meetings and discussions to gather feedback and ensure community involvement in program activities.
  6. Data Collection and Reporting
  • Collect and document relevant data on program activities, outcomes, and challenges.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting key achievements and areas for growth.
  7. Coordination with Partners:
  • Collaborate with local partners, Schools, and clinics to enhance the effectiveness of program initiatives.
  • Ensure alignment with partner organizations to achieve shared goals.
  8. Capacity Building:
  • Provide training and capacity-building initiatives for community members and partners(School, Clinic), ensuring the sustainability of program impact.
  • Facilitate workshops and skill development sessions in collaboration with relevant experts.
  9. Budget Oversight:
  • Assist in the development and monitoring of program budgets.

  Required skills and experience.
  1. Bachelor’s degree in development studies, program/project management, social sciences, or related fields
  2. At least 3 years of experience in Community Development, Program/ Project management in an international organization Preferably in the NGO context
  3. Must be a Christian.
  4. Strong interpersonal skills and well-developed written and oral communications in English and bemba language.

  Work Hours: 8

  Experience in Months: 36

  Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Interested candidates should send their CVs