Main duties
FHI 360 is a global development organization that takes a rigorous, evidence-based approach to human development. Our team of professionals includes experts in the fields of health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from nearly 50 offices and employs more than 3,000 people in the United States and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at all levels and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to make a lasting impact on the people, communities and countries in which we work by improving the lives of millions. We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Program Officer. This position will be based in Antananarivo, Madagascar, with regular trips to the intervention regions. The FHI 360 country programme in Madagascar is currently implementing several projects funded by various donors, including FIANSO, STRIDES and MIANATRA. In a context of expanding the country portfolio and growing programmatic activities, FHI 360 is looking for a professional capable of effectively supporting the operational coordination of projects, monitoring their implementation and managing programmatic reporting. The Program Officer will be directly supervised by the Senior Program Officer and will work closely with project managers, Monitoring and Evaluation (MEL) teams, Finance and Operations teams, as well as implementation partners. The Program Officer supports the operational implementation of IHF 360 programs and projects in Madagascar. He/she is responsible for the day-to-day coordination of activities, monitoring the implementation of work plans, managing programmatic information and producing technical reports required by the organization and donors. The incumbent plays a central role in the collection, consolidation, analysis and presentation of programmatic information to ensure quality reporting, timeliness and availability of reliable data for decision making. He/she also ensures the documentary compliance of projects, the effective follow-up of implementing partners and the respect of organizational procedures. The Program Officer is the operational focal point for programmatic reporting of the country portfolio and contributes to the continuous improvement of the quality of programs implemented by FHI 360 in Madagascar. Coordination and implementation of the activities Ensure daily monitoring of the implementation of the activities provided for in the work plans of the projects. Coordinate with implementing partners to ensure effective delivery of activities on the ground. Participate in the organization of trainings, workshops, technical meetings, supervision missions and other programmatic events. Monitor the progress of activities and quickly report risks, constraints or delays to the Senior Program Officer. Support the development, updating and monitoring of operational plans and activity schedules. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the quality of programmatic interventions. Coordinate the regular collection of programmatic data and information from project teams and implementation partners. Consolidate, verify and analyze qualitative and quantitative data related to project activities and results. Prepare draft monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports for donors, country management and headquarters. Ensure compliance with internal and external reporting deadlines. Ensure the quality, accuracy, consistency and completeness of the information reported. Collaborate with Finance, MEL and Operations teams to ensure alignment between programmatic results, financial data and performance indicators. Produce summary notes, presentations, project sheets, success stories and other internal or external communication documents. Develop and maintain monitoring tools to facilitate information gathering and reporting. Contribute to the preparation of performance reports and presentations for meetings with donors and stakeholders. Document Management and ComplianceEnsure the electronic and physical archiving of project documents in accordance with FHI 360 procedures. Maintain institutional document management platforms, including Share Point. Check the availability and quality of supporting documents and reference documents required for reporting and audits. Support audits, project reviews and donor visits. Ensure compliance with FHI 360’s internal policies as well as the contractual requirements of donors. Facilitate access to programmatic documents and ensure their systematic classification. Support for Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)Work closely with the MEL team to ensure quality and availability of monitoring data. Contribute to the regular monitoring of project performance indicators. Participate in surveys, assessments, field missions and data verification exercises. Support documentation of lessons learned, best practices and success stories. Contribute to the analysis of results and the identification of corrective actions or improvement of programs. Partner Management and External Coordination Maintain regular communication with implementing partners. Participate in technical coordination meetings with partners, authorities and other stakeholders. Follow up on action plans agreed with partners. Support the preparation of performance review meetings, technical committees and joint missions. Contribute to the strengthening of working relationships with program stakeholders. Operational and Budgetary Management Support the logistical preparation of programmatic activities, workshops, training and field missions. Follow up on procurement requests, service contracts and other operational needs related to projects. Collaborate with Finance and Operations teams to ensure proper execution of activities. Participate in the budget monitoring of activities and report any deviations or risks that may affect the implementation of projects. Contribute to improving the operational effectiveness of programs. Qualifications Training and ExperienceEducation Bachelor or Master in International Development, Civil Society, Communication and Social Marketing, Economic Development, Education, Environment, Gender, Health, Nutrition, Research, Technology and Youth or related fields. Preferred project management certification. Minimum of 4 years professional experience in the coordination or implementation of development projects. Experience working with an international NGO or a desired international donor-funded program. Demonstrated experience in preparing programmatic reports and coordinating project reporting. Experience in monitoring field activities and managing implementing partners. Technical Skills Good command of project cycle management and results-based management approaches. Excellent technical and programmatic reporting skills in French and English. Demonstrated ability to collect, consolidate, analyze and synthesize information from multiple sources. Experience in coordinating reporting processes for projects funded by international donors. Knowledge of the principles of monitoring and evaluation, data management and performance measurement. Advanced mastery of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Power Point. Experience using collaborative and document management tools such as Share Point. Ability to simultaneously manage multiple reporting activities and deadlines in a dynamic environment. Excellent attention to detail and strong data quality culture. Excellent organization and planning skills. Strong analytical and editorial skills. Ability to work independently while promoting teamwork. High sense of rigor and responsibility. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines. Flexibility and availability to make regular trips in the regions of intervention. Commitment to the values of respect, integrity, diversity and inclusion of FHI 360. Problem Solving and Impact: Works on issues of great diversity that require consideration of various factors. Uses cost-benefit/risk assessment by selecting methods and techniques to determine the appropriate action. Creates productive working relationships both internally and externally. Decisions can lead to delays and affect a work unit or sector within a department. Supervision granted/received: He is given little instruction on routine work. Receives methods and procedures for new projects or missions. Can provide advice to other lower-level staff. He usually reports to a Manager, an Associate Director or a Director. Typical physical requirements: Typical office environment. Ability to spend long hours in front of a computer screen and do repetitive work on a keyboard. Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs. Technology to use: Personal computer/laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e. Office 365, Share Point, Skype/Zoom/Teams), mobile/portable technology, and standard desktop equipment. Travel Requirements: 10% – The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work and are subject to change. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. This job description summarizes the main functions of the position. It does not prescribe or limit the exact tasks that may be assigned in the exercise of these functions. This document should in no way be interpreted as an employment contract. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. Warning: Note that the pay range shown on the job description is associated with positions assigned to the U.S. salary structure as well as employees paid from the U.S. payroll. The pay range for all local national employees corresponds to the compensation structure based on the country where the position is located. The expected hiring salary range for this role is MGA 46, 500, 000 – 55, 000, 000 for annual basic salary. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay, and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines. This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. 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