An International Recruitment Agency is recruiting for ICCO : JUSTICE AND DIGNITY PROGRAM OFFICER (WEST AFRICA)
Reference:About ICCO visit: www.icco-cooperation.org/westafrica
Overall Job objective
The job objective is to develop regional programs that contribute to a life in Justice and Dignity in the countries where ICCO is active. On the one hand ICCO invests in livelihoods, but livelihood without Justice and Diginity is incomplete. The new colleague will facilitate multi-actor, multi-level programs and support strategic relations and alliances within the framework of ICCO Alliance Strategic Plan and secondly help partners find capacity building, stakeholders, funding when needed.
Position in the organization
The Program Officer reports to the Regional Manager on Program related matters and directly submits Annual progress and final reports to the Program Specialist based in Utrecht, Netherlands with copies to the RM. Depending on the Annual ICCO reporting Framework Letter, reporting processes may be altered by the RM.
Qualifications and skills needed
Educational background in the social sciences or international relations;
Working experience in the development field especially as regards understanding change processes, democratization, human rights, conflict resolution and or economic development;
Good knowledge of the social, economic and political situation in the countries in the region where ICCO is active;
Fundraising Knowledge and experience;
Knowledge of financial aspects related to funding of programs;
Negotiation, Networking and facilitating skills;
-Proven successful programming and fundraising efforts with institutional donors
Strategic vision and planning capabilities
Entrepreneurial attitude and ability to respond to opportunities
Extensive relationship management skills in both private and public settings
Good written and verbal communication skills in both English and French
Exceptional presentation and interpersonal skills
Good knowledge of policies and working procedures of institutional donors
Result driven: Maximizing impact and efficiency
Innovative: : in approaching development issues
Strong independent team worker
Flexible and adaptable approach to work demands
Good relational skills and able to maintain strong working relationships with key donors and partners;
Personal integrity
Terms of employment
The ICCO regional staff manual is applicable regarding the terms of employment.