Switzerland: Project Officer– SAHEL Programme (100%)

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For our Sub-Saharan Africa Division, we are seeking a dynamic, organized and responsible individual to support our portfolio of projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Project Officer– SAHEL Programme (100%)

Location: Geneva, Switzerland

Starting date: February 2020

Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension

Responsibility

Under the supervision of the Head of Division, the Project Officer Sahel supports country teams for Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso to implement the regional project as well as the national project in Mali.

Scope of the assignment

More specifically, he / she is responsible for ensuring the following tasks:

• Support the country teams and the Sahel Project Coordination Unit in Geneva in the development and the revision of the quarterly and annual workplan (with the associated budgets);

• In close collaboration with the country teams and the Sahel Project Coordination Unit in Geneva, prepare the Terms of Reference for regional level activities and monitor the implementation at field level;

• Provide ongoing budget monitoring of project budgets and payments in close coordination with the Finance Officer and project lead;

• Contribute to the recruitment and preparation of consultant’s and expert’s terms of reference and contracts;

• Ensure that the activities are correctly documented, including with photos and videos, and that all the relevant documentation is stored in Sharepoint;

• Contribute to the drafting and documentation of periodic reports on the progress of activities, as well as activity reports, including the regular updating of indicators and hypothesis, in consultation with the Country Teams and Team lead.

• Ensure the respect for deadlines and contribute to enhancing the quality of SSAD’s reporting to donors;

• Provide facts, figures, a short description of activities, and “success stories” for communication and information purposes (Monthly Newsletter, Sahel Web site; Internal DCAF Staff Newsletter…);

• Ensure the exchange of information and knowledge between the country teams in the Sahel;

• Support the preparation and carrying out of research work within the framework of project activities;

• Contribute to the regular review the DCAF SSAD strategy in the Sahel and support the development of new initiatives at country and regional level;

• Provide regular inputs to update the DCAF RBM system of reporting;

• Ensure a smooth collaboration between the country teams and the administration at HQ level (Finance, human resources…);

• Facilitate the collaboration and exchange of information with the other departments in DCAF.

  YOUR EXPERIENCE

  Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; Peace, Conflict Management; Political, Science; Criminology; Anthropology; Sociology; Law; Diplomacy and International relations; Public Administration; Security Studies; Military and Police Sciences;

• At least 3-5 years’ experience in the field of project management, research analysis/ evaluation, records and information management.

Required competencies sand skills

1. Proficiency in written and spoken French and English

2. Proven excellent analytical, report writing and organizational skills

3. Excellent research, report writing and documentation skills

4. Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills

5. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills

6. Good interpersonal skills including good coordination and effective working relations with stakeholders

7. Excellent planning and time management skills

8. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

9. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications; The knowledge of “Sharepoint” is an advantage.

10. Creativity in the presentation of information through use of graphical, pictorial or other appropriate communication means

11. Demonstrable competence in Time Management

12. Knowledge of Research Methodologies

13. Knowledge of Best Practices and trends in Research and Analysis

14. Confidentiality, integrity and professionalism are displayed in the execution of duties and personal conduct.

Swiss or EU citizenship or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite

We offer:

• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience

• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people the chance to contribute to improving security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights

If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your application to africa.programme@dcaf.ch by 15/02/2020 with the subject heading “Project Officer-Sahel Programme” enclosing:

• a one-page motivational statement in French or English describing your relevant experience and what you can bring to DCAF

• a concise CV (maximum two pages)

DCAF is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, age, disability, gender identity, religion, or ethnicity.

Individuals who seek to serve with DCAF in any individual capacity will be required, if short-listed, to complete a self-attestation stating that they have not committed, been convicted of, nor prosecuted for, any criminal offence and have not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human rights law or international humanitarian law.