Save The Children/Programme Officer

Save the Children Sweden (SCS) is a Swedish international non-governmental organization. We influence public opinion and support children at risk. Our vision is a world in which all children’s rights are
fulfilled – a world that respects and values each child, a world where all children participate and have influence, a world where all children have hope and opportunity. Save the Children Sweden seeks Education Programme Officer for its office in Ramallah. She / he
will contribute to the enhancement of the impact of SCS’s programme on children rights in oPt, and strengthening and developing partnership in order to achieve long lasting positive change for children.
The successful candidate will:
• Supervise and monitor the implementation of the education thematic projects.
• Work closely with partners on assigned projects to develop implementation plans, worksheets, and short & long term strategies.
• Conduct monitoring visits for on going projects and submit progress reports.
• Ensure proper, professional, documented and clear communication with programme partners regarding all aspects of the programme activities.
• Develop concept papers and prepare proposals to major donors.
• Organize and coordinate field studies and conduct research for projects and programme development.
• Promote and actively support collaboration with International Save the Children Alliance members in the country whenever it is anticipated that joint efforts may lead to greater benefits for, and a bigger impact, on children.
Required qualification
• Bachelor degree in Social Sciences, Human Rights Studies, or relevant fields.
• Advanced English language Skills (spoken and written)
• Advanced skills in Project Cycle Management.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience in building cooperative relationships
• At least 4 years of relevant NGOs work experience (Education, Child protection)
• Commitment to the values and principles of Save the Children Sweden
Application procedure:
Kindly send a CV and a letter of intent to [email protected] no later than 28 February, 2009, clearly marked with Programme Officer. Short-listed candidates will be contacted only.

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