Project Officer

Organization: Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) in Zimbabwe
Location: Based in Harare
Job Type: Full-time
Period: 30 Months
Contract: Fixed Term

Job Summary: We are seeking a Project Officer who will be responsible for coordinating the project activities in the 2 provinces Mashonaland Centra Central -Bindura and Shamva, Mashonaland East-Murehwa and Mudzi. The Project Officer will be responsible for the achievement of set targets and deliverables for project.

Duties and Responsibilities

 Responsible for supervision and support for 4 field officers in the 4 districts of the project
 Ensure quality implementation and that all contractual obligations are met at district level.
 Ensure good project implementation and compliance in the field in line with donor award regulations and DAPP policies and procedures.
 Constant interface with Provincial Stakeholders through planning and coordination meetings and other development clusters at District and Provincial levels.
 Ensure smooth data flow through the use of the People to People reporting chain and use of the standard data collection and reporting tools meant for the project.
 Coordinate activities across the 4 districts, allowing for experience and lessons sharing
 Provide technical support to Organisations for People with Disabilities (OPDs) and field officers
 Develop reports which meet DAPP and Donor demands
 Report any developments that may affect project progress to the DAPP Program Director as soon as possible.
 Assess possible project risks and opportunities and share reports with the DAPP Program Director and the DAPP Grants Administrator.

QUALIFICATION

 Degree in Special Education or any Social Science Degree
 At least 3 years of experience in disability programming.
 At Least 3 years’ experience with the NGO environment

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Approachable manner
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work in a team environment and under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in remote and hard-to-reach areas
• Ability to make initiatives