Programme Officer (1 year term)

The position builds a program model to provide evidence to actualise children’s rights, especially their rights to participation in Hong Kong.

PRINCIPAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Maintain a healthy acquisition pipeline of local programmes, including grant proposals and commissioned projects
  • Ensure efficient programme reporting and provide regular and timely project updates
  • Monitor the funded projects and assist the Senior Manager to provide tailored advice to guide effective implementation, and monitor performance through log frame, budget, and closely liaising with programme
  • Organise and coordinate influencing events such as conferences, symposiums, workshops, etc.
  • Assist in the co-ordination of research with external parties and partnering organisations
  • Work with Senior Manager and other teams for fund application, including Programme design, resource mobilisation, and grants management
  • Comprehend global policy and programming guidelines. Support Senior Manager to improve organisational effectiveness by enhancing relevant corporate governance policy and procedures
  • Work with other units in implementing other Plan International activities
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Job Specific Competencies:

  • University degree in social policy, development, journalism, social science, international politics, or related fields
  • At least 2 years of experience in project and event management in the non-profit sector, with work experience in INGO is an added advantage
  • Interest in handling projects relating to Child Rights
  • Experience and knowledge in Child’s right to protection and participation is highly preferred
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate with people from different cultural backgrounds are an advantage.
  • Occasional travel might be required
  • Commitment to the Plan’s mission and vision and observe strict data privacy and child protection policies

Personal Qualities:

  • Highly motivated to child rights programmes and desire for systemic change
  • Excited in programme development, self-initiated and responsible
  • Strategic and analytical mindset
  • Self-directed, quick learner, flexible and able to produce contingency plans whenever necessary
  • Mature, resilient and demonstrate a can-do attitude and behaviour

Other proficiency:

  • Proficient in MS Applications
  • English requirement – Preferable with Grade C or above in HKCEE (Syl. B) / 7 or above in IELTS

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Plan International is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful.

PERSONAL & APPLICATIONS INFORMATION:

Please provide the availability, current and expected salary information in your application to HR Department via [email protected]

Prospective candidates are requested to undergo a Sexual Conviction Record Check and reference check.

Plan International is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful.