Program Officer at Ugboroke Progressive Fish Farmers Association (UPFFA)

Job Description

• The Program Officer will play a leading role, managing the project and the project team.
• The Program Officer will assist the CEO in the day-today technical management of the project and oversight.
• Lead the project’s programming, manage and oversee grantee activities and its implementation and ensure technical operations are in compliance with USAID regulations.
• S/he will lead and participate in the design and development of the grantee’s concept and annual work plans, prepare various project reports, weekly reports, monthly reports, quarterly report, annual reports; design and manage a project database and use the database for tracking and detailing activities.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• S/he must have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, Law, Agriculture and Development Studies, etc, Master's Degree preferred.
• S/he must possess three years of demonstrated experience in the agricultural sector and successful implementation of international development activities, with preference given to democracy and governance activities under a US government contract instrument.
• S/he must have experience in project management and budgeting, specifically in assuring procurement, disbursements, logistics, and programmatic aspects are implemented on time and according to approved specifications.
• S/he must have experience in managing grants to local organizations to promote democracy and good governance.
• S/he must have excellent communication skills, including interpersonal relationships and in written and oral English.
• S/he must possess familiarity with USAID grants management rules and procedures.
• S/he must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, to be able to accept and discharge substantial responsibilities, to prioritize work assignments, to meet deadlines, and to exercise professional judgment.