Summary
Date Posted: Friday, February 12, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Description
ZYP seeks a candidate of the highest integrity, with passion for adolescent and youth programming and professionalism who share the organisation principle of service to the young people. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities for all. ADMINISTRATIVE CONTEXT
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Programmes, the Programmes Officer will lead project officers and volunteers to deliver the expected outcomes of all ZYP projects. This include and not limited to management of the teams, volunteers and human and other resources necessary to ZYP programmes.
JOB PURPOSE
To support and provide programme Leadership in providing effective and inspirational leadership for the Zambian Youth Platform in the general management and projects implementation in close collaboration and supervision of the Head of Programmes and other senior members of staff. The post holder will also collaborate with project officers and community facilitators, volunteers, community partners, government departments relevant to ZYP programmes, and other stakeholders to promote ZYP’s vision, mission, and values to ensure optimal programme implementation. S/he will support strategic planning and programme development. The position holder will also collaborate with external stakeholders at provincial level.
The role of the Programme Officer (PO) is to lead the implementation of the ZYP’s programmes, by providing management oversight and strategic direction on behalf of the ZYP Senior Leadership Team. The SPO will also contribute to strengthening and developing innovative strategies to effectively execute programmes across all operational areas and achieve high standards in all aspects of programme delivery and in adhering to ZYP’ values and norms at all times. .

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Lead in the planning and consolidation of the plans for all programmes. Projects in close collaboration with project officers and volunteers. Prepare and consolidate programme reports on intervals as may be prescribed or dictated. To provide leadership and direction to the Project Officers and ensure compliance with programme standard operating procedures, organizational guidelines, and policies in their respective operational sites. To coach and mentor Project Officers to ensure optimal delivery of the projects. Supervise Project Officers to ensure the smooth running of the projects and programmes. To coordinate and deliver agreed districts, provincial, national plans or strategies with considerable strategic input. To ensure timely implementation of all programme activities through the development and agreed work plans and effective resource management. With support from the Monitoring and Evaluation manager, determines training needs, technical support and other support for programme operatives to improve programme quality. To identify and communicate problems and issues in the delivery of the programmes/projects and respond to these appropriately;Advise the Head of Programme Delivery on issues arising in the Programmes/projects which affect the proper operation of the programmes/projects. To provide feedback on the lessons learned from the implementation of field activities and make recommendations for improvements as required. Perform adhoc assignments as may be determined by management.
COLLABORATION AND SUPPORT
Supporting and developing community facilitators capacity, mentorship and technical support to Project Officers. To work alongside other NGOs, government and international partners to share best practice and further the interests and reach of ZYP, engaging with departments of Government of Zambia and other major stakeholders in adolescent health in the Province and nation. To represent ZYP in meetings, programmes organised by NGOs, partners, Government line ministries, Traditional leaders, Communities and beneficiaries at Provincial and National Level. Coordinate Provincial and National Monitoring Support visits to Programmes. To support the Head of Programmes Delivery in the preparation of country detailed Annual implementation plans (AIPs), monitoring and reporting of progress against organizational goals and objectives and to prepare the annual budget and forecasts. To support the Head of Programmes in the continued review and development of programme policy and guidance of ZYP. To participate in the personal development review process and to identify learning and development needs. Provides support and interacts with the Programme operatives, Monitoring and Evaluation manager, and other key program staff

Job Skills: Not Specified

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Degree in development studies, Social Sciences or other field relevant to social development. Work experience and/or trainings/courses would be added advantage.
Language:
National Professional: Fluency in British English language and at least any three predominant local languages.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
One year experience in managing multiple programmes/projects or other relevant development areaOne year experience in a project management, with proven results in achieving programme milestone.

Job Education Requirements: Degree in development studies

Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
Working Relationships:
Internal – Interacts on a regular basis with Senior Management Team.
External– Interacts with National Government Institutions, Donors, specialists/consultants, and other stakeholders, in collaboration with the ZYP Senior Management Team.
Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply by sending their application letter and detailed CV quoting Reference Number and day-time telephone number via the provided link: Follow the link below https://zyplatform.org/employer/careers/ 
Kindly note that only candidates who meet the above specifications and competencies should apply.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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