Vacancy Name Assistant, Program
Employment Type Full Time (Fixed Term)
Childfund Work Location Lusaka, Zambia
Childfund Division Global Operations
ChildFund Department Country Management
Job Details
Title: Assistant – Program
Div/Dept: Global operations

Location: Zambia

Reporting Relationship: Program & Sponsorship Directorsummary
The Senior Assistant – Program will Coordinate and support the Program & Sponsorship Director and the Program Team to ensure quality implementation, engage in plannig, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and ensure documentation to deliver high quality programing. Additionally, the Program Assistant will provide operational and administrative assistance and perform a variety of administrative, coordination as well as logistical services in support of the operations of the Program department. Furthermore, the role will assist with information management and play a liaison role between Business Development and Program Department in terms of archiving of documents as well as past performance records.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Child Safeguarding Policy.
Coordinate and support Program & Sponsorship Director’s office in providing quality input around program delivery along with the field offices.
Support Technical and project teams and ensure quality reporting and documentation.
Act as the main contact person during the absence of program team members, following-up on any emergencies with input units.
Organize training, workshop and meeting along with the Program team.
Support Program Director to build effective relationship, networking and liaison with all stakeholders/partners.
Responsible for monthly EVP, quarterly, bi-monthly and annual ChildFund’s program reports.
Assists in the coordination of the procurement process by tracking their completion for the program team especially when they are out in the field, scheduling program meetings as necessary and e-filling the final minutes and other documents.
Assists in the orientation of new staff, interns, research fellows and consultants by providing them with the necessary documents and materials for orientation.
Work closely with the Communications Officer to ensure high quality communication materials are developed and produced.
Conduct regular field visits for program review, monitoring and evaluation.
Coordinate and ensure all communication with the Program Director, National Office, Regional Office and International Office is attended to.
Facilitate and coordinate with the Program Director and field Managers for partnership capacity building.
The Program Assistant will play a liaison role between Business Development and Program Department in terms of archiving of documents as well as past performance records.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

3+ years’ experience.
Demonstrated experience in development sectors.
Presentation skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking
Knowledge and understanding of children’s issues
Representation and facilitation skills
Experience in working with diverse and multicultural environment
Experience in working with government and other development agencies
Documentation and reporting skills
Ability to work independently and under tight time constraints.
Computer proficiency in general office software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook).
Good written and oral communication skills in English; fluency in a local language required.
EDUCATION/certifications

Degree in Development Studies or Social Work preferred and/or equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of degree.

ChildFund International is committed to safeguarding the interests, rights, and well-being of children with whom it is in contact and to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for children.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.