PROGRAMME OFFICER

Job Title: Programme Officer- Social and Economic Development Programme (2 vacancies)

Terms of Reference and Application Procedure

Purpose of the Job

Under the general supervision of the Programme Manager, the incumbent is responsible for execution of JCTR programmes/ projects in accordance with the strategic and annual operational plans.

Main Duties

1. Work with the Programme Manager to identify priority areas and innovation for further programme development in accordance with the strategic plan.
2. Work with other Civil Society Organisations in partnership to implement activities, such as advocacy and lobby work, according to the operational plan and budget.
3. Analyse national policy and programme documents to identify gaps and inconsistencies in relation to fulfilling the economic, social and cultural rights of citizens.
4. Design and implement training, advocacy and lobby activities targeted at various stakeholders to influence pro-poor policy development and implementation and bring about changes to social conditions.
5. Carry out research and analytical reviews on Social and Economic issues such as Cost of living (urban and rural Basic Needs Basket and Satellite homes), Resource mobilisation and utilization (Debt resource monitoring, taxation, Auditor General’s reports etc) to use them in the lobby and advocacy work.
6. Work with M & E officer to monitor and evaluate JCTR programmes in order to measure progress and impact on groups who are targets of JCTR work.
7. Work with Outreach Regional Officers to implement JCTR activities in the regions and where necessary provide technical backstopping, including helping with activity reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

1. A Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in Development Studies or Economics
2. A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience and proven track record in non-governmental organisations, preferably of NGOs involved in Lobby-and Advocacy work.
3. Experience in Research and Policy analysis on social and economic issues would be an added advantage

Skills and Competencies

Ability to:

1. Demonstrate good understanding of Christian faith in development
2. Analyse and interpret relevant policies, Government programmes and legislation
3. Write technical reports, policy briefs and disseminate to different stakeholders
4. Interact and communicate effectively to stakeholders
5. Use up to date statistical packages and ICT facilities as tools for communication, aid in decision making and as a source of information.
6. Understand and interpret national statistics
7. Develop Communication materials
8. Analyse and interpret current social and economic issues and how they affect human development
9. Understand and interpret international and regional protocols

How to Apply:

Please send your application letter clearly stating the position in the subject line with a detailed CV indicating three referees, one of whom should have been your direct supervisor.

The letter should be addresses to: The Executive Director P.O. Box 37774 Plot 3813 Martin Mwamba Road. Olympia Park LUSAKA

Application can be done in person at the JCTR offices or through email (jctr@jesuits.org.zm).

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12: 00hrs, 31st July, 2015. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. JCTR is and equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and female candidates are encourages to apply.

Candidates who previously applied for this job need not apply again.