Project Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization established to assist people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and disaster. NRC has been operational since 1946 and has a presence in multiple countries around the world, focusing on providing aid and support to refugees and internally displaced persons. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality assistance and defending the rights of those affected by crises. NRC employs a diverse workforce and promotes a culture of professional growth and innovation, ensuring that employees at all levels are given responsibility and opportunities for development. The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its staffing policies, aiming to reflect the communities it serves. NRC's mission is to save lives and rebuild futures, and it operates with a strong commitment to safeguarding principles, ensuring that all employees contribute to a safe and respectful environment for all stakeholders involved.

Job Overview:
The Project Officer plays a crucial role in the effective implementation of the BMZ-funded project titled 'Enhancing Economic Resilience through Skills Development and Income Generation Support in the West Bank.' This position is responsible for ensuring that project activities are coordinated, monitored, and delivered with high quality and in compliance with NRC policies, donor requirements, and applicable standards. The Project Officer will work closely with local partners, target communities, and NRC support functions to ensure that activities are executed on time and within budget. The role includes responsibilities such as partner engagement, project monitoring, reporting, and contributing to the achievement of impactful program outcomes. The Project Officer will also be involved in the day-to-day coordination of project activities, ensuring that they align with the overall objectives of the project and meet the needs of the communities served.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Officer's duties and responsibilities include:

• Supporting the implementation of project activities in accordance with NRC policies, procedures, project documents, and BMZ requirements.
• Coordinating day-to-day implementation with local implementing partners and relevant stakeholders.
• Conducting regular field visits to monitor activity implementation, quality, progress, and compliance.
• Monitoring implementation against work plans and agreed targets, promptly flagging any delays or challenges.
• Supporting project documentation, reporting, procurement, and financial follow-up.
• Ensuring accurate project documentation and means of verification are maintained.
• Promoting safe, accountable, and inclusive programming throughout project implementation.
• Coordinating closely with Finance, Logistics, MEAL, and Programme teams to ensure integrated implementation.
• Ensuring compliance with security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security protocols during fieldwork and promoting a safe working environment. Specific responsibilities include:
• Project Implementation and Partner Coordination: Coordinating day-to-day implementation with implementing partners, providing guidance and follow-up, and monitoring implementation against approved work plans.
• Field Monitoring and Quality Assurance: Conducting regular monitoring visits to project sites, verifying activity quality, and ensuring adherence to protection, accountability, gender, and inclusion standards.
• Reporting, Documentation, and Learning: Collecting and verifying project data, maintaining organized project documentation, and preparing activity reports for donor reporting.
• Operational Coordination: Coordinating with Finance, Logistics, HAS, and MEAL teams, following procurement and payment processes, and representing NRC in technical meetings when delegated by the Project Manager.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Project Officer position include a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in implementing livelihoods, economic resilience, or development projects in humanitarian or development contexts. Candidates should have experience coordinating and monitoring activities implemented through local partners, conducting field monitoring, quality assurance, and compliance follow-up. Knowledge of livelihoods programming, including skills development, TVET, apprenticeships, cash-for-work, and business grants is essential. Experience with BMZ or other donors is considered an asset. Strong analytical, reporting, and documentation skills are required, along with fluency in both English and Arabic, both written and spoken.

Educational Background:
Candidates for the Project Officer position should possess a relevant educational background, typically a degree in social sciences, development studies, or a related field. A strong understanding of the humanitarian and socio-economic context in the West Bank is also beneficial, as is experience working with youth, women, and herding communities, particularly in Area C. Familiarity with Palestinian civil society organizations, community leaders, and local authorities is advantageous, as is knowledge of protection mainstreaming, gender, accountability, and community engagement principles.

Experience:
The level of experience needed for the Project Officer position includes a minimum of 2-3 years in relevant fields, particularly in implementing projects related to livelihoods and economic resilience. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in coordinating and monitoring activities with local partners, as well as conducting field monitoring and ensuring compliance with project standards. Experience in working with vulnerable populations and understanding the local context is crucial for success in this role.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position, both written and spoken. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the communities served by the project.

Additional Notes:
The Project Officer position is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal based on funding and performance. The position is classified as Grade (05) Step (01) and reports to the BMZ Project Manager. The role is based in the West Bank, and candidates are expected to work in an international and diverse organization that offers opportunities for skill expansion and professional development. Applications must be submitted through the NRC website and should include a resume and a cover letter in English. NRC is committed to equal opportunities and aims to maintain diversity in its workforce.