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Job Summary

• The Program Officers to oversee program development, seek grants and proposals, manage projects and oversee budgets.
• They generally ensure that an organization’s activities and programs align with the goals and mission statements of that foundation or nonprofit.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide conceptual and strategic leadership to issues of interest to the Foundation.
• Conceptualize, write, present and draft proposals on selected program and issues;
• Design and convene seminars, workshops and conferences based on agreed outlook and scope.
• Manage and Organize the company’s training programs
• Identify and maintain ongoing relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and represent the Foundation at meetings.
• Contribute to the Foundation’s over all vision and mission to promote, advocate, and reduce poverty, disaster-risk reduction as well as the overall development and strengthening of the organization.
• Strategically think and plan for development of program direction and initiatives.
• Work with other departments to ensure synergy of policy and communication efforts.
• Serve as resource on policy formation for all staffs, partners and donors.
• Strategically think and plan for development of program direction and initiatives as assigned.
• Involve in planning and execution of the projects and initiatives in collaboration with the company Team
• Develop and maintain adequate resource files and database for assigned program area
• Carry out various research project for the company as it is required
• Work with the other staff members to successfully carry out their function
• Develops in–depths knowledge of assigned areas including current issues and key resource people and organization and a clear understanding of how they fit into the foundation interest
• Develop proposals, formulate recommendations for funding and grants opportunities for assigned programs
• Develop full-scale projects plans and associated documents.
• Manage the computer for school (C4s) program and scholarship program.

Person's Specification

• Education: University Degree with Upper Credit in Social Science, and relevant combination of experience and training
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant working experience as Program Officer in an international organization.
• Experience in project planning, formulation, monitoring and assessment in an NGO setting; Firm understanding on current issues in women initiatives, leadership, governance, humanitarian response, policy advocacy etc;

Additional Requirement
Competence:

• Demonstrated multi-tasking qualities
• Sound knowledge of policies, practices and procedures applied in connection with emergency relief, rehabilitation and development issues; of capacity building tools and techniques; of peace building and conflict resolution:
• Good Facilitation, planning and Organization skills
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of results-oriented planning, budgeting and evaluation.
• Ability to present and communicate information clearly both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, showing tact in dealing with staffs at all levels; and ability to adapt and interact effectively in a multicultural team with respect and sensitivity for diversity
• Initiative and ability to work without supervision.
• Good Computer skills required for setting up a computer lab and training participant adequately on basic computer skills

Personality:

• Fluent in written and oral English
• Writing skills must be excellent
• Proficient in the use and training of Microsoft suite, knowledge of computer engineering will be an added advantage

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Job Responsibilities

• Prepares food either by heating it up or cooking it to order using portable cooking appliances (grills, fryers, hot plates, etc.)
• Furnishes the food service area with tables and chairs
• Lays out tablecloths, dishes, and cutlery
• Decorates the food service area (putting flower vases on tables, sprinkling glitter on tablecloths, etc.)
• Shows diners to their seats (if there is a seating arrangement)
• Serves diners food
• Answers questions about the food
• Knows the ingredients in the food and whether each dish is vegetarian, can trigger allergic reactions, or satisfies other dietary restrictions
• Knows enough about the event to direct diners to the restroom and points of interest
• Loads a truck with food, cooking appliances, and decor
• Drives a truck to and from various job sites
• Works during the breakfast, lunch, and dinner hours
• Makes sure food supplies are kept stocked
• Cleans up food spills and keeps the service area presentable
• Washes dishes
• Throws out trash
• Keeps a record of broken or missing equipment, dishes, and cutlery and informs management of required replacements
• Accepts payments for food and drink and counts out change, unless the service is already paid for in full
• Maintains an excellent customer-service based attitude and always tries to provide for the diner

Job Requirement

• Education: A degree in Catering/Culinary Management or Hospitality Management
• Experience: Minimum of five (6) years’ work experience in similar industry.

Competency Profile:

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, databases and information systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Decision making skills
• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on client and customer services
• Good business and commercial acumen
• Strong leadership and motivating skills including the ability to build strong relationships with customers and staff
• The ability to think quickly, work in stressful circumstances and stay calm in a crisis
• Financial, budgeting and stock-taking skills
• Knowledge of food, food hygiene (including hazard analysis and critical control points) and food preparation