Oxfam is an international confederation of 15 organizations working together in 98 countries and with partners and allies around the world to find lasting solutions to poverty and injustice. In Vietnam, Oxfam is recognized as one of the leading international NGOs, especially in rural development, disaster risk reduction and humanitarian response, civil society development, ethnic minorities, and women’s empowerment.
They are looking for an experienced and dynamic Vietnamese citizen to fill the following position
PROGRAMME OFFICER – Governance Programme
(Oxfam Great Britain - Level D1)
Reference number: INT5105
The post is offered one year contract (extendable), based in Hanoi but with frequent travel
The Role: To manage the development and implementation of Oxfam’s projects in Lao Cai province within Oxfam Governance programme.
Reports to: Programme Coordinator – Governance Programme
Staff reporting to this post: Local Programme Officer in Lao Cai
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Contribute to the Oxfam GB programme planning in Vietnam and specifically for Oxfam Governance programme and programmatic theme. Contribute to programme proposal writing and lead responsible project proposal writing;
2. Manage and implement responsible projects within Oxfam Governance programme in Lao Cai province in line with agreed country/programme framework plan; programme operations and advocacy/communication aspects. Including: quality control (especially ensuring equity), develop and maintain good relationships with local partners/local authority, financial management, documentation, monitoring and evaluation, reporting etc;
3. Responsible for planning and managing all resources required delivering responsible projects, including people, assets and financial accountability;
4. Develop and strengthen the working in partnership with partners at both local and national levels;
5. Support the establishment of Oxfam project office in locality;
6. Ensure internal and external reporting (financial and narrative) is completed to agreed time frames;
7. Implement Performance Management with all direct reports. Including objective setting, performance review and personal development plans. Ensuring all aspects of Oxfam’s work in Vietnam e.g. programme themes and aims, gender equity and advocacy are reflected in your own and staff objectives;
8. Ensure implementation of Oxfam’s operational policies, procedures and guidelines, especially gender equity, in all aspects of Oxfam’s work. With support from technical advisors and programme service staff as needed;
9. Act as Oxfam’s representative at provincial and national level as required;
10. Take the lead in one or more of the following programmatic themes e.g. ethnic minorities, gender equity, accountability, governance and civil society etc. (to be agreed during objective setting with line manager). Ensuring collection and sharing of information with Oxfam staff, assisting other programmes with delivery of this theme as appropriate and external representation at all levels;
11. Be a member of Oxfam’s team; participating in appropriate staff meetings, planning sessions and on-going liaising as needed.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
Job Specific Competencies
Vietnamese national.
University degree, preferably social science, related field or/and management
Working experience with NGOs or international development organisation is preferable.
Proven (at least 5 years) experience in programme/project strategic planning and management. Experience in managing and monitoring capacity building initiatives will be an advantage.
Proven experience in application of participatory approaches
Sound experience in resource management e.g. people, finances, assets
Good understanding and practical experience in application to support equity issues (Gender and diversity)
Good understanding of political system and issues such as Governance, Democracy, Civil Society Development and planning reform issues in Vietnam
Familiar with advocacy work at local and national level.
Strong written and spoken English and Vietnamese
Good computer skills (word processing and spreadsheet programs)
Able to travel to programme/project areas on a regular basis
Oxfam behaviour competencies:
Organisation to Work Effectively
Drive to Achieve Results
Communication Skills
Supporting Others
Analytical Thinking
Gross Annual Salary Range: US$ 13,755 – US$ 16,506
The closing date for application: February 7th, 2012
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply online, please visit: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs [1] (page Work with us - Current Vacancies, quote reference: INT5105 Application Form is under article “MORE INFO”) or send a cover letter, Application Form, and copies of relevant degrees to:
Oxfam Great Britain, Floor 5, 22 Le Dai Hanh, Hanoi
Email: [email protected] [2]
Oxfam offers an attractive benefit package. We regret that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Oxfam is an equal opportunity employer