Program Officer at Dalberg

Tasks and Responsibilities 

• Support implementation of the development programs according to scope, budget, time, and quality
• Lead sessions with target communities, potential partners, and other stakeholders to better understand the stated strategic priorities and align on the interventions
• Participate in the design of critical processes and tools for implementation, such as M&E tools
• Develop program strategies and implementation plans
• Provide stakeholder engagement support and partnership
• Support MEL activities for continuous testing, iteration, and refinement of the implementation plan and the strategy of the programs
• Support the management of the programs’ budget and leverage funding with other potential partners
• Participate in coaching the prospective custodian of programs to improve their capacity on issues related to Governance, Financial Management, Fundraising, and Sustainability Planning
• Support the sourcing of assistance and resources such as accounting, paralegal, strategy, networking, topical expertise, and other services as and when required
• Build relationships with different stakeholders
• Contribute to the preparation of quality concept notes and proposals
• Mentor and coach junior team members

Required qualifications

• 4+ years of work experience, with targeted experience in program implementation
• At minimum a Bachelor’s degree with an outstanding academic record
• Solid track record of program management, project delivery, reporting and evaluation
• Experience in business development support and knowledge
• Strong problem-solving skills and leadership skills
• Strong in-country networks
• Professionalism and demonstrated experience working, coordinating, and negotiating with officials and multiple stakeholders in the private and/or public sector
• Proven ability to leverage program management best practices, lead analysis and make recommendations
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, including the ability to produce high-quality project reports and deliver high-level presentations to stakeholders
• Experience in planning, execution, and data interpretation
• Fluency in either English, French or both languages, verbal and written and proficiency in other languages will be an advantage