Project Assistant - REFLECT Project at Church World Service (CWS)

Application Deadline: 07-04-2017

Description

Title: Project Assistant - REFLECT project
Department: CWS IRP
Job Type: Non-Exempt National
Salary: TSH.984,041 (Monthly)
Description
SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible to support the Senior Project Officer in the implementation of the CWS livelihood project Regenerated Freirean Literacy through Empowering Community Techniques (REFLECT Project) currently on-going in Nyarugusu refugee camp.

SUPERVISION:
This position reports directly to the Senior Project Officer in Kasulu
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Assists the Senior Project Officer in the daily management of the REFLECT project activities
Provide support in selecting beneficiaries for the project
Provide support in organizing life-skills, literacy and numeracy classes
Provide support in issuing tests and performance review exercises to the beneficiaries
Provide support in organizing short term livelihood courses
Performs any other duties as required by the Senior Project Officer and Emergency Coordinator
QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree or four (4) years of directly related experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree.

Experience:
Prior experience working in a national or International NGO
Knowledge of the Project Cycle Management
Experience working with vulnerable communities and community services office is required
Knowledge/ Skills:
Good oral communication skills in English and Kiswahili
Knowledge of Kirundi or Kiha an added advantage
Abilities:

The REFLECT Project Assistant must have the ability to:
meet deadlines;
pay attention to details;
maintain confidential information;
manage a large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities;
work well as a team in a multi-cultural environment while maintaining a high level of motivation;
effectively manage CWS resources.
Physical requirements: This position requires bending, squatting, kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, pushing/ pulling, handling objects (manual dexterity), using fine finger movements and lifting/carrying moderate loads.

Working environment: Incumbents in this position will be based in CWS Kasulu office with regular traveling to Nyarugusu refugee camp.

Licensing/Certification:
N/A

Special Requirements:
Certificate of Good Conduct is required before the start of employment; demonstrated integrity, accountability, and transparency in all previous employment.

Competencies

Communication
Ensure effective exchanges of information with others. Examples of skills and behaviors include speaking to others respectfully; expressing ideas in a logical, organized way; sharing information appropriately; and clarity and conciseness in written communication.

Relationships
Ensure constructive and supportive interactions with others. Examples of skills and behaviors include being positive and supportive when working with others; sharing information and resources freely; resolving conflict constructively; and proactively working to remove obstacles to success for others.

Job Knowledge
Utilize and apply job related knowledge to complete job tasks at a level that meets or exceeds expectations. Examples of skills and behaviors include utilizing job knowledge to solve problems or develop new approaches; maintaining or enhancing skills through continuing education; and taking on projects that will develop or enhance skills.

Teamwork
Work effectively and contribute as a member of a team. Examples of skills and behaviors include supporting other team members by sharing information; covering the work of others during absences, vacations etc.; and actively participating in developing ideas for ways to increase team effectiveness.

Problem Solving
Analyze information and develop solutions to challenges that arise during the course of performing a job. Examples of skills and behaviors include researching and collecting facts; defining the issues and the parties affected; formulating options/solutions for addressing the problem; and engendering support for and implementing the solution.

Program Planning and Management
Organize work and/or plan projects and ensure timely completion and/or successful implementation. Examples of skills and behaviors include identifying and analyzing program options; identifying the tasks and deliverables required for successful completion; managing one’s time; monitoring the resources involved and ensuring that they are directed most effectively; and working with all involved to ensure successful completion.

Leadership
Guide and direct oneself or other individuals and groups toward a desired outcome. Examples of skills and behaviors include taking the appropriate level of initiative to resolve problems or remove obstacles, bringing individuals together around a common goal; evaluating information and making decisions; navigating conflict and obstacles; and ensuring that communication takes place between all parties involved.

Resource Building and Stewardship
Balance the acquisition or investment of organization resources with responsible use of those resources in line with the organization’s mission. Examples of skills and behaviors include taking advantage of all opportunities to cultivate potential donors; evaluating situations to identify the best use of resources; and making responsible investments of resources that increase organization effectiveness.

Application Instructions

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