Project and Communication Officer- Humanitarian

Posted date

1st September, 2025

Last date to apply

10th September, 2025

Country

Pakistan

Locations

Islamabad

Category

Development Sector

Type

Apprenticeship

Position

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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.

Note: The applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis

Job Summary:

The Project and Communications Officer - Humanitarian will be responsible for supporting the strategic humanitarian flood response including leading the strategic communication and reporting for the humanitarian response projects. Strong experiance in humanitarian response is a key component. This role requires close coordination with field teams, partners, and key stakeholders to ensure the timely and accurate implementation and alongside regualr flow of information. This position demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. The successful candidate will also be adept at high-quality editing and formatting, ensuring that all program-related documents meet professional standards. Proficiency in clear and effective language is essential for creating compelling reports and facilitating smooth communication across teams and with external stakeholders.The officer will play a key role in developing high-quality content that highlights the project's impact and aligns with organizational and donor visibility requirements.

The position will be based at CARE Country Office Islamabad with frequent travel to the field areas.

Job Responsibilities and Tasks

1- Implementation and Coordination: (60% of time)

• Emergency Response: Support timely and effective implementation of humanitarian response activities, adapting quickly to the fast-paced nature of emergencies.
• Partnerships: Engage, orient and support partners for implemntation of response activities. Facilitate preparation and approval of partnership documents aligned with emergency priorities.
• Field Monitoring: Visit and monitor activities carried out by partners forguidance, validation and verification.
• Procurement & Logistics: Raise requisitions and coordinate with procurement/logistics to ensure rapid delivery of goods and services.
• Planning & Coordination: Maintain an emergency activity calendar and coordinate with teams and stakeholders for smooth implementation.
• Coordination: Coordinate between different internal department to ensure smooth running of operations
• Synergy & Collaboration: Build strong linkages among CARE teams, partners, clusters, and government for coordinated action.

2- Communications: (15% of time)

• Communication & Visibility: Facilitate and ensure the preparation and design of communication materials, ensuring alignment with donor visibility requirements and CARE's branding guidelines.
• Storytelling & Documentation: Capture and develop success stories, case studies, and best practices through field visits and ongoing program documentation.
• Dissemination & Outreach: Produce and share reports, presentations, social media content, and outreach products to keep internal and external stakeholders informed.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the communications team to develop situation reports, brochures, one-pagers, and other knowledge products.

3- Reporting and Information Management: (20% of time)

• Data Collection & Analysis: Coordinate with field teams and partners to collect, verify, and synthesize data that informs program implementation and feeds into donor/government reporting.
• Stakeholder Reporting: Draft and compile accurate and timely progress reports for donors, government, and internal stakeholders, highlighting key achievements and challenges in program delivery for Project Managers's review and finalization.
• Implementation Tracking: Maintain and update activity and output trackers, ensuring alignment with project plans and minimum preparedness actions.
• Reporting Timelines: Manage a reporting matrix to ensure the program team meets internal and external deadlines including 5W matrix reporting to clusters.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure all program implementation records, tools, and reports comply with CARE standards and donor requirements.
• Learning & Adaptation: Collaborate with MEAL to document lessons learned, facilitate learning workshops, and recommend program adjustments.
• Field Support: Conduct regular field visits to monitor activities, provide implementation support, capture best practices, and document success stories.

Other responsibilities as assigned: (05% of time)

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

A) Qualifications (Know How)

• A University Degree in social sciences/ Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in social sciences, and/or related field. Preference will be given to Master's degree.

B) Experience/ Technical Skills

• Minimum 3-5 year of experience with 2 years experiance in emergency response or humanitarian assistance.
• Knowledge of donor guidelines and Sehere standards and communication standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Good Knowledge in project reporting and communications as demonstrated by successful work experience
• Demonstrated basic practical experience of coordinating with donor agencies and partner organizations
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Urdu; knowledge of any other local language will be preferred
• Excellent computer skills (MS office)

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 submitting an application, 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.

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Note: The applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis.