Project Officer

1. POSITION VACANT: Project Officer, Sightsavers India, Aurangabad, Maharashtra

2. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:

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Reporting to the State Programme Lead (SPL), Maharashtra,

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Key Job Responsibilities:

A.Program Implementation & Coordination

(1) Ensure smooth implementation of projects as per agreements with partner organizations;

(2) Work closely with government departments and other agencies at the district level;

(3) Support partners in planning, execution, documentation, and capacity building;

(4) Assist in developing and expanding programs for long-term sustainability;

(5) Ensure compliance with program guidelines, donor requirements, and timelines.

B.Monitoring & Reporting

(1) Conduct regular field visits to monitor project progress and assess impact;

(2) Review and ensure timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports;

(3) Document best practices, lessons learned, and success stories for wider dissemination;

(4) Support the preparation of government and major donor reports;

(5) Ensure adherence to reporting timelines and quality standards.

C.Partnership Development & Networking

(1) Identify and develop strategic partnerships to enhance program impact;

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(3) Support the selection and assessment of implementing partners;

(4) Assist in proposal writing and development of new strategic programs;

(5) Facilitate linkages between program activities and relevant government initiatives.

D.Financial Oversight & Compliance

(1) Monitor partner financial reports and ensure timely submission;

(2) Ensure efficient utilization of project budgets and compliance with financial policies;

(3) Support the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts;

(4) Work closely with finance teams to ensure accountability in fund management;

(5) Assist in financial reviews, audits, and necessary compliance reporting.

E.Organizational Learning & Development

(2) Support policy development by sharing insights from fieldwork and program implementation;

(3) Collaborate with internal teams to align programs with organizational priorities;

(4) Participate in internal capacity-building initiatives and knowledge-sharing sessions;

(5) Ensure documentation and dissemination of innovative program approaches for scaling up.

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4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualification and Experience:

Applicants must have a postgraduate in management, social work, public health or social sciences from any recognized university.

Experience:

(1) Maximum two to four years of experience in social development, preferably in the field of programme management, implementation, monitoring, documentation and working with the communities and government;

(2) Fresh graduates with the relevant qualifications may also be considered, provided they demonstrate a strong understanding of the sector and a willingness to learn.
(3) Experience in developing and effectively managing programme partners.

(4) Prior experience working with Government/NGOs in rural and urban settings.

Skills and Competencies:

A. Technical Knowledge:

(1) Expertise in program planning and use of tools for designing quality projects across sectors.

(2) Strong knowledge of project management, budget development, monitoring, and resource management.

(3) Understanding of sensitization, research, impact assessment, partnership development, and resource mobilization.

B. Core Competencies:

5. COMPENSATION OFFERED:

6. LOCATION: Aurangabad, Maharashtra

7. REFERENCE: PO-SI

8. CONTACT INFORMATION:

Team SAMS
Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 3612

9. APPLICATION PROCESS:

Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to urgently apply. Suitable candidates are likely to be contacted almost immediately given the urgency of the requirement.