Programme Officer (Kyiv)

DCA is looking for an organized and enthusiastic Programme Officer with strong interpersonal skills and an appetite for learning to support the humanitarian program team in the implementation of DCA’s emergency assistance projects. This is an entry level position intended for someone who is eager to gain experience in the humanitarian sector. The successful candidate will have immense potential for professional growth with DCA’s expanding mission in Ukraine. The position will be based in Kyiv and may include periodic travel to field implementation sites in conflict-affected areas of Ukraine.

The Programme Officer will report to DCA’s Programme Development Coordinator and/or Head of Programme and assist grants management and programme development. The Programme Officer will also support other relevant colleagues in MEAL and Communication/Media as deemed appropriate.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support to DCA’s Programme Development Coordinator in maintenance of all grants, donor requirements, rules and regulations and internal and external deadlines.
• Assist with writing and coordinating donor proposals and reports in close collaboration with DCA colleagues and implementing partners.
• Collaborate with DCA’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator and ensure that all data collected from the programme is analysed and meaningfully utilised.
• Work closely with partner organisations, conducting partner assessments and coordinating capacity building plans
• Assisting in building relations and increase visibility of DCA among both donors, partners, INGOs and other key stakeholders.
• Ensuring that all funded projects meet the visibility and communication requirements of the donor.
• Support the DCA Ukraine media processes to be shared on various platforms, including social media and websites.
• Work closely with the Ukraine team to review project specific lessons learned as well as lesson learned from the overall programme and incorporate these in future programming, as appropriate, in collaboration with the HoP and other relevant staff.
• Any other relevant tasks and responsibilities as delegated by the CD, HoP or PDC

The applicants we are looking for include:

• Good writing skills.
• Highly motivated with a learning appetite and appetite for learning
• A University degree in a relevant field
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Ukrainian
• Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Planning and organisation: Ability to manage, organise, plan, and implement work assignments, juggle competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
• Professionalism: Sound knowledge of and exposure to administrative and programme management issues.
• Experience working with KoBoToolbox, Magpi, or other data collection tools a plus but not required.
• Prior experience in the field of humanitarian response and mine action is preferred, but not a requirement

We offer:

• A 12 month contract with possibility of extension or advancement, based on performance.
• An interesting and challenging experience addressing humanitarian needs.
• A dynamic, flexible and positive working environment that will give you the freedom to work and support to succeed, and the opportunity to grow and advance within the organisation.

Work related travels are expected in this position.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy. DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.