Program Officer at LOPTERRA

Summary

• They are credible history of organising and galvanising action for the enactment and formulation of legal and policy frameworks to advance gender equality and eliminate sexual and gender-based violence.
• They started operations in October 2017 to complement the program and policy efforts of the government in advancing intersectional gender equality and eliminating all forms of sexual and gender-based violence which undermine women's potential, agency, and freedom.

Responsibilities

• Support the expansion of program offerings in alignment with organizational goals and community needs.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of existing programs by identifying areas for enhancement and recommending best practices.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans for the program team.
• Collaborate on the creation of risk mitigation plans to proactively address potential challenges and ensure program sustainability.
• Analyze and monitor how various projects interlink, ensuring coherence and efficient resource utilization.
• Liaise with the Communications Team to increase visibility and awareness of programs through effective storytelling and outreach.
• Support the integration of program data and impact stories into communication materials and donor reports.
• Identify internal and external challenges that could impact the achievement of organizational goals.
• Represent the organization in stakeholder meetings, workshops, and collaborative initiatives as assigned.
• Perform other related duties to support the overall success of the organization.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Project Management, International Relations, or a related field.
• A least 3 years of relevant experience in program coordination, implementation, or monitoring within a nonprofit, development, or social impact organisation
• Good understanding of programme management principles, donor requirements, reporting standards, and results-based approaches.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities, meet deadlines, and support programme delivery across teams.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, partners, and community stakeholders.
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and a clear passion for social impact and mission-driven work.