Apply: People in Need Capacity Development Officer

By Gift Ejeh Ojima
May 30, 2024

Deadline: Not specified

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

People in Need is seeking to fill the position of Capacity Development Officer.

People in Need provides immediate aid to people in need in the event of natural disaster or wartime crisis.

Responsibilities

Support the selection process for civil society organisations (CSOs)/CSO networks participating in the LEAD programme
Coordinate interviews and reference checks to ensure compliance with programme values and objectives
Facilitate the participatory assessment of CSO capacities using the organisational capacity assessment tool (OCAT)
Design and implement capacity development actions, including group workshops and individual coaching, mentorship and on-the-job consultations
Facilitate the development of organisational/network strategies and action plans for selected CSOs/CSO networks
Provide support in internal governance, financial management, digital skills, resource mobilisation, and other identified areas
Coordinate coaching and mentoring sessions for individual CSOs/CSO networks
Organise on-the-job consultations and peer-to-peer learning opportunities
Ensure that capacity development efforts align with project objectives and respond to the needs of target groups
Contribute to the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to measure capacity development outcomes
Regularly assess and report on progress and capacity changes among participating CSOs/CSO networks
Collect and document success stories and lessons learned to inform future capacity development initiatives
Facilitate networking and collaboration among participating CSOs/CSO networks as well as relevant stakeholders
Jointly with the programme team of JCTR, facilitate collaboration and partnerships between CSOs/CSO networks and local government representatives, private sector and media
Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including local government, private sector, media, donors, and other partners
Coordinate study visits and peer-to-peer exchanges to strengthen the impact of the LEAD programme
Carry out the duties in accordance with the PIN code of conduct and key policies
Participate in training and awareness raising (CoC and KP, Safeguarding)
Support the project manager in the implementation of safeguarding measures throughout project cycle including risk analysis related to SEAH and Child protection at the project/programme level and develop amitigation plan accordingly
Create and maintain a fulfilling and protective environment
Other responsibilities as delegated by the supervisor

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field e.g. Social Science, Development Studies, Public Administration etc
Two years, minimum, of experience in capacity building, training, or related roles in civil society, NGOs, or similar environments
Experience in coordinating multi-stakeholder projects and engaging with CSOs and community-based organisations
Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints under tight deadlines
Strong organisational and project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in designing and delivering training and capacity-building activities
Ability to use word, excel and power point proficiently
Familiarity with digital tools and platforms for capacity development
Understanding of internal governance, financial management, and resource mobilisation within civil society