National Project Officer - Grants Monitoring - NOA (DC) 1

Overview

The role involves coordinating the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of grant components for a project focused on the HoReCa sector in Kosovo. The purpose is to contribute to the inclusion of vulnerable groups and reduce out-migration by generating more, better, and resilient jobs.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the implementation of grant-funded activities, including procurement and delivery of equipment, and grants for specific programmes.
• Ensure implementation aligns with grant agreements, work plans, budgets, ILO rules, and donor requirements.
• Develop and implement monitoring plans, tools, and reporting mechanisms.
• Review and verify grant applications, implementation plans, financial and narrative reports, and procurement documentation.
• Conduct monitoring visits to verify implementation, procurement, outputs, and compliance.
• Liaise with implementing partners, institutions, enterprises, and suppliers.
• Maintain records and databases on grant implementation, procurement, performance, and results.
• Support budget monitoring related to grant implementation and procurement.
• Ensure integration of gender equality, inclusion, and environmental sustainability in monitoring.
• Contribute to the preparation and organization of meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
• Draft technical reports, progress reports, donor reports, and other project documentation.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Required Experience

At least two years of professional experience at the national level in project management, implementation, grant monitoring and evaluation. Proven experience working effectively with institutions in charge of policy making and/or with development partners would be an asset. Prior experience in the HoReCa sector would be considered an asset. Good knowledge of grant management, monitoring and evaluation, procurement processes, and project implementation. Familiarity with skills development, TVET, enterprise development, and entrepreneurship support programmes would be an advantage. Knowledge of public procurement procedures, donor-funded projects, financial reporting, and compliance requirements is highly desirable.

Qualifications

First level university degree in economics, public policies, development studies or a relevant field. An advanced degree on studies on labour economics would be a strong advantage.

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