Overview
The Development Officer plays a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and overseeing community development programs aimed at improving the well-being of individuals and communities. This role involves working closely with community members, local organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to address key issues such as poverty, child protection, gender equality, economic empowerment, and social inclusion.
Tasks Summary
- Lead the implementation of community development programs, including Saving for Transformation (S4T), Empower World View, and Livelihood and Economic Inclusion.
- Facilitate the integration of GEDSI principles into all program activities.
- Support the rollout of Child Protection initiatives.
- Oversee the implementation of Growth Monitoring Programs.
- Build strong relationships with community members, local leaders, and stakeholders.
- Conduct training sessions and workshops.
- Support the formation and strengthening of community-based structures.
- Identify and establish partnerships with local government agencies, NGOs, and community-based organizations.
- Represent the organization in meetings, workshops, and forums.
- Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
- Collect and analyze data.
- Prepare timely and accurate reports.
- Document best practices, success stories, and lessons learned.
- Advocate for policy changes and resource allocation.
- Conduct awareness campaigns.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in community development, child protection, or livelihood programs.
- Proven experience in implementing GEDSI-responsive programs and promoting gender equality and social inclusion.
- Strong understanding of Saving for Transformation (S4T), Empower World View, and Growth Monitoring Programs.
- Excellent project management, monitoring, and evaluation skills.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in community development.
- Ability to engage religious leaders of all faiths to promote holistic development.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff and stakeholders.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
- Commitment to gender equality, child protection, and social inclusion.
- Excellent training, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
- Strong character traits, including emotional stability, adaptability, stress management, cultural and gender sensitivity, and integrity.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strategic thinking, flexibility, responsiveness, and compassion.
- Relationship management skills and ability to collaborate with other sectors and partners.
- Experience in design, monitoring, and evaluation and Skills in data analysis and interpretation.
- Collaborative approach to working with partners and stakeholders, including faith-based organizations (FBOs) and children/youth groups.
Qualification Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Development Studies, Gender Studies, or a related field.
- A master’s degree is an added advantage.
