Open Society Foundation for Albania is looking for a new colleague! We are launching a call for a Project Officer to be based in Tirana, Albania.
If you are interested in applying for the position and you fulfil all the criteria set out in the Terms of Reference, please send your application containing all necessary documents (Cover letter, CV and a minimum of one reference letter all in English) by email no later than October 10th , 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Position: Project Officer
Type of appointment: Fixed-term for one year;
Office: Open Society Foundation for Albania
Location: Tirana, Albania
Vacancy issued: September 30, 2024
Deadline for application: October 10th, 2024
Background
The Open Society Foundations is a global network of foundations and offices committed to local knowledge and national expertise that works to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable and open to the participation of all people.
OSFA is looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual with a great sense of responsibility to support our Eu Project “Inclusive EduJobs” funded by the European Union. For more information on the project, you may visit inclusive-edujobs.al
Responsibilities/Duties (Summary of key functions)
PROJECT OFFICER POSITION
Procurement:
- Implementation of procurement activities to be monitored and in line with PRAG rules and procedures.
- Contributes to the drafting of ToR-s and other tender specifications in cooperation with relevant team members.
- Provides guidance on the implementation of procurement procedures for grantees/CSOs managing the grants issued by the project.
Coordination:
- Ensuring effective and accurate coordination of project activities, including preparation of logistic and procurement actions necessary to the implementation of the activities.
- Supports the Project Manager in the management of the project, contributes to strategic planning and in the day-to-day monitoring of the activities.
Grants:
- Contributes to the monitoring of grants implementation to CSOs issued by OSFA in the framework of this project.
- Provide oversight for the overall monitoring of grants, ensuring alignment with the project’ goals and objective
- In cooperation with other team members contributes to the drafting of progress report including the documentation of activities
Required Qualification and Competences:
- University degree and trainings/courses related to procurement (PRAG rules and procedures) is desirable.
- Previous experience in project coordination.
- At least 3 years of relevant work experience in the field of procurement, market research analysis and assessment (mandatory); Procurement related PRAG rules and procedures would be considered an advantage.
- Knowledge of procurement regulations, principles of procurement and contractual aspects (mandatory).
- Experience with procurement risk mitigating methods.
- Coordination, negotiation skills and ability to get a point across clearly and precisely.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English including the ability to prepare presentations and reports.
- Ability to assess large amounts of information and provide feedback.
- Effectively multi-task and deliver results under tight deadlines.
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
Language Requirements: Strong skills in written communications in English particularly in preparing financial reporting; Excellent spoken English is also required.
Compensation offered: The salary varies from EUR 1000-1,250 (NET) as per experience.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
The application should include a Cover letter, CV and a minimum of one reference letter all in English. Other supporting documents are welcomed. Please indicate in e-mail subject specification about your application: Application – Project Officer- Name Surname. The application should arrive not later than October 10th, 2024, via email at hr@osfa.al; Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
OSFA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested groups without any discrimination! We aim to build an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the populations we support, and actively seek applications from those who are marginalized and underrepresented.