Program Officer Verified listing

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Program Officer will support the technical oversight of program management and implementation. S/he is responsible for the formulation, management, and evaluation of program activities, ensuring that program progress follows agreed timelines and is aligned with PAGE’s vision, mission, and objectives.

2.1 Program Implementation

• Assist the Program Manager in monitoring ongoing program activities to ensure quality and timely implementation as per agreed objectives, Logical Framework Analysis, M&E Plan, and Implementation Work Plan.
• Coordinate with the Logistics and Operations department to assure implementation of the field activity plan.
• Prepare monthly work plans for activities in the office and field.
• Assist in implementing community mobilization strategies, maintaining community relations, and identifying key issues for reporting to the line manager.
• Ensure that activities are integrated, meet specific objectives, and are implemented in a consultative, participatory, and gender-sensitive manner as per PAGE policies.
• Develop and maintain improved working formats by adhering to existing policies and processes, maintaining confidentiality, and providing feedback on issues during relevant meetings.
• Identify and obtain any support and advice required for the management, planning, and control of the program.

2.2 Program Monitoring

• Maintain and monitor program plans, schedules, work hours, budgets, and expenditures.
• Ensure the program adheres to relevant frameworks and that all documentation is maintained appropriately for each program.
• Monitor and report any challenges and/or gaps identified, to inform adjustments to plans and implementation schedules.
• Support the management and monitoring of program risks as initially identified in the program document, and flag new risks to the Program Manager.
• Assist volunteers, consultants, and trainers in reflecting on project experiences and lessons learned.
• Provide direction and guidance to program partners and consultants as required.

2.3 Technical Assistance

• Assist in developing and strengthening monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and feedback systems, including internal reporting mechanisms.
• Assist the Program Manager with baseline surveys, participatory analysis, and needs assessments including design, training, and implementation.
• Participate in program design and development of concept notes and proposals.
• Provide technical support related to community development initiatives, specifically on project design and reporting.

2.4 Reporting

• Prepare weekly, monthly, and other required reports on all assigned program activities as directed by the Program Manager.
• Work closely with the M&E team to understand and report against program indicators.
• Maintain accurate hard and soft copy files with proper backups.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned from time to time by the Program Manager.

Education & Experience

• University degree in social sciences, urban planning, development studies, or a related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience in program implementation or a related field within an NGO/development sector.
• Knowledge and familiarity with program areas such as Emergency Response, Community Development, or similar.
• Good knowledge of and ability to develop concept notes and proposals based on community needs.

Technical Skills

• Monitoring and Evaluation skills and sound knowledge of program log frameworks.
• Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks and programs simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in Urdu and English (written and spoken) required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Core Competencies

• Understanding organizational goals and objectives and designing programs that align with these guidelines.
• Ability to implement programs and projects that help the organization meet its goals.
•  Applied project management knowledge in development, staffing, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Experience in researching grant proposals and identifying funding opportunities.
• Ability to develop relationships with community, governmental, and non-profit organizations for resource mobilization.