Project Officer

Posted date

19th September, 2025

Last date to apply

28th September, 2025

Country

Pakistan

Locations

Islamabad

Category

Development Sector

Type

Contractual

Position

1

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people in over a hundred countries. We do this by focusing on our mission and living the values that drive our organization. A career at CARE is an opportunity to be part of a movement that brings communities together to solve complex problems and foster lasting change throughout the world. We seek individuals who are passionate about humanitarian and development work, collaborate well with others, embrace learning and innovation, and deliver results.

1-Reporting and Coordination:70 % of Time

• Write, edit and develop content related to the humanitarian response projects.
• Coordinate and collect content from field teams for internal and external reporting.
• Compile, review, edit and polish inputs received from the field teams for donor and government reporting.
• Coordinate with the field team and partners for donor and other reporting to key stakeholders.
• In collaboration with the project teams, prepare situation reports, project letters, brochures, communications plan, one-pagers, social media, and other material that communicate the humanitarian response activities. Seek internal approvals for reports and social media posts.
• Maintain and update Project progress/ output trackers/ minimum preparedness actions.
• Compile and share updates related to humanitarian response for quarterly and annual CARE Global Humanitarian reports.
• Compile, update, and share 5Ws matrices with coordinating bodies, including Clusters, Working Groups and PHF.
• Respond to the ad-hoc reporting requirements by the CIP.
• Works in cohesion with the team members for accurate flow of information across all thematic areas of the project.
• Coordinate with and support team members to meet reporting & communication commitments and deadlines. Maintain and circulate a reporting matrix.
• Coordinate with partners/stakeholders and ensure accurate flow of information within the Project team and with external teams within CARE and partner organizations, coordinating bodies and forums.
• Build synergies among different stakeholders which includes CARE Project teams, Implementing partners, humanitarian actors, relevant Government departments and other key players.

2-Implementation: 15 % of time:

• Facilitate project teams in preparation and approval of partnership documentation.
• Prepare requisitions and coordinate with the Procurement team regarding various services needed under the humanitarian response projects.
• Maintains a calendar of activities/ events and coordinates with relevant teams for organizing the activities/ events.
• Design and facilitate in the development of content for workshops, training sessions and meetings etc.

3-Monitoring and evaluation and promote visibility of humanitarian response through relevant channels: 10% of time:

• Prepare reports for progress review, reflections, and learning workshops that can guide future Projects/Interventions.
• Collect and compile success stories, case studies, and insights from the field.
• Support the Humanitarian team to promote visibility of CARE emergency response projects through relevant channels in collaboration with the communications team.
• Ensure that project documentation is compliant with CARE standards and that reports are prepared well in time.
• Conduct all business in a manner that respects local culture.

4-Any other task as assigned by the supervisor: 05% of time:

• Any other tasks or responsibilities based on organizational and team needs as assigned by the Line Manager.

• Safety and Security is everyone's responsibility within CI through full compliance and accountability (as per Principle ii of the CARE International Safety & Security Principles).

III. Job Specifications

A) EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in business administration, social sciences, and/or related field.

B) EXPERIENCE:

Required

At least 2-5 years' of experience working in a similar position with the reputed National or International organizations at the Country/ head office.

Well aware of community dynamics and the humanitarian/ development sector Projects ecosystem of Pakistan.

Having experience of Humanitarian reporting

C) TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Basic knowledge in project reporting and communications, as demonstrated by successful work experience
• Demonstrated basic practical experience in coordinating with donor agencies and partner organizations
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Fair understanding of project implementation, reporting, communications, and monitoring.
• Understanding of design, approaches, and indicators for women's economic empowerment and equality
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Urdu; knowledge of any other local language will be preferred
• Excellent computer skills (MS office)

D) COMPETENCIES

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to self-manage, work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactivity and ability to present the big picture
• Capacity to be dynamic, creative and innovative
• Excellent rapport building, interpersonal and team-building skills, and able to manage relationships with stakeholders
• Capacity to plan, organize and deliver results; and
• Commitment to CARE's vision and mission.

IV. Contacts/Key Relationships

The incumbent is expected to collaborate with Project team at the Country Office, Partners, and all CARE Staff.

V. Working Conditions and Level of Travel Required

The position is based in Islamabad and may require frequent travelling to different parts of Pakistan.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate's previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.