Overview
The Programme Officer will provide technical support for the planning, management, and implementation of a project focused on clean water and zero waste in Sejnane, Tunisia. The role involves coordinating with various stakeholders and monitoring project progress.
Tasks Summary
- Provide technical support for planning, management and implementation of a project “Sejnane in Action: Citizens and Municipality Together for Clean Water and Zero Waste” funded by the Government of Japan.
- Ensure timely coordination with the Embassy of Japan in Tunisia, JICA Tunisia, potential suppliers of the required equipment, government counterparts, communities and other counterparts/stakeholders.
- Monitor the project expenditure in liaison with UN-Habitat’s operations team.
- Plan and conduct field missions as required to monitor the progress of the activities and liaise with the government counterparts as well as beneficiary community members and ensure successful installation of equipment procured.
- Support drafting of monitoring reports, progress reports, project final report, press releases and any other documents related to the project.
- Support development of project proposals for the new phases/new projects.
- Plan and implement communications and donor visibility activities in line with the donor requirements and guidance, in coordination with the Embassy of Japan in Tunisia and UN-Habitat Regional Office for Arab States.
- Perform other duties as required.
Experience Requirements
- A minimum of three years of experience in project management, international development, engineering, or related areas is required.
- Experience in coordinating with the Japanese government organizations and/or private sectors is desirable.
Qualification Requirements
Master's degree in Engineering, social sciences, project management, international development, or a related field.
