Project Officer

Job Posting Organization:
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that focuses on advancing children's rights and promoting equality for girls. Established over 85 years ago, Plan International operates in more than 80 countries, working collaboratively with children, young people, supporters, and partners to tackle the root causes of challenges faced by vulnerable children, particularly girls. The organization is committed to ensuring that every child can realize their potential, free from poverty, violence, and discrimination. Plan International aims to drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels, leveraging its extensive reach, experience, and knowledge to create a just world for all children.

Job Overview:
The Project Officer will play a crucial role in the implementation of the 'Scaling Up Economic Empowerment and Systemic Integration' project, which is a three-year initiative funded by the Ursula Zindel-Hilti Foundation. This project aims to enhance the resilience and socioeconomic empowerment of vulnerable women and men within supportive and inclusive communities across four governorates in Egypt. The Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating capacity-building activities, fostering partnerships, and implementing community-based interventions that strengthen the capacities of partner community-based organizations (CBOs) and enhance livelihood opportunities for vulnerable groups, particularly girls and young women. The role involves close collaboration with Plan International Egypt teams, partner organizations, and local stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of training and social entrepreneurship activities, as well as monitoring project progress and documenting lessons learned to support project scaling and sustainability.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Officer will have a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to: supporting and following up on capacity-building activities with partner CBOs; conducting field visits to monitor progress, provide support, and identify challenges; organizing reflection sessions to gather feedback and document lessons learned; coordinating with consultants and service providers for assessments and trainings; supporting the delivery of social entrepreneurship and livelihood programs; managing logistics and administration for project activities; collecting and analyzing data and feedback to inform improvements; and contributing to monitoring and reporting, including inputs for donor communications. The Project Officer will also be expected to adhere to Plan International's global policies on safeguarding and gender equality, ensuring compliance with principles and guidelines.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field. Additionally, they should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the international non-governmental organization (INGO) sector, with a proven track record of success at a similar level. Experience working with government entities and civil society organizations on livelihoods, economic empowerment, or community development projects is essential. The ideal candidate will also have experience in planning, conducting, and facilitating trainings and workshops, along with a strong understanding of the socio-economic and governance context in Egypt, particularly the challenges faced by vulnerable and marginalized groups. Strong coordination skills and the ability to deliver participatory training and learning programs are also required.

Educational Background:
A bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a similar field is required for this position. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of community development, social empowerment, and the specific challenges faced by vulnerable populations in Egypt.

Experience:
The position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role, preferably within the INGO sector. Candidates should have a proven record of success in managing projects related to livelihoods, economic empowerment, or community development. Experience in working with government entities and civil society organizations is highly desirable, as is experience in planning and facilitating training sessions and workshops.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all applications must be submitted in English. Knowledge of Arabic is also essential, given the local context and the communities served by the project. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly if they relate to the communities in which the project operates.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Sohag, Upper Egypt, and is open to Egyptian nationals only. The role is classified at Hay Level 12, and the vacancy will close on 26th October 202

• Plan International is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and strives to create a workplace environment that reflects the diversity of the communities it serves. The organization emphasizes the importance of safeguarding children and young people, and all applicants must understand and comply with the recruitment procedures related to safeguarding policies. Plan International does not discriminate against applicants on any basis and does not charge job seekers any fees during the recruitment process.