Senior Project Officer (Liaisoning)

WWF Pakistan

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Posted date	4th December, 2023	Last date to apply	11th December, 2023
Category	Project Management
Status	Closed

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Project / Program: Improving the income security of small-scale cotton farmers in Pakistan

Grade: C-2

Location: Khairpur

Contract: Long-Term contract

Work Week: 05 Days- 40 hours/week

Position Overview:

WWF-Pakistan seeks a highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Officer (Liaisoning) for the Project Implementation Unit (PIU). The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in fostering effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders, ensuring the seamless execution of the sustainable cotton farming project. This position demands a dynamic professional capable of navigating the complexities of multi-level partnerships and governmental interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

Stakeholder Engagement:

Act as a liaison between WWF-Pakistan and various project stakeholders, including government bodies, NGOs, and community representatives.
Foster positive relationships with key partners to facilitate project objectives and ensure alignment with local and national priorities.

Training and Capacity Building:

Conduct Training of Trainers (ToT) for the field staff to create a trained cadre of field trainers.
Assist project coordinator in organizing training events for farmers and workers on carbon-smart crop production and protection practices, water stewardship, and sustainable soil health management.

Government Relations:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with relevant government departments and agencies.
Monitor policy developments and regulatory changes that may impact the project, providing timely updates to project leadership.

Coordination and Collaboration:

Work closely with the Project Coordinator and other team members to ensure effective coordination and integration of project activities.
Organize and participate in regular coordination meetings with stakeholders to share progress, address concerns, and strategize on project milestones.

Reporting:

Prepare comprehensive reports on liaisoning activities, including updates on stakeholder engagement, government interactions, and regulatory compliance.
Provide inputs for project reports to be submitted to donors and relevant authorities.

Risk Management:

Identify potential risks related to government relations and stakeholder engagement, developing mitigation strategies to address challenges proactively.

Selection Criteria

Education, Experience & Working Knowledge

A bachelor's or master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., agriculture, development studies).
Three years of working experience in similar projects is desirable
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Skills & Attributes

Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, and Persevering & Delivering Results;
Personnel management skills and experience;
Good problem-solving skills and results orientation;
Ability to travel in field areas;
Ability to motivate and influence others;
Sensitivity to gender and other social issues in Pakistan;
Demonstrated interpersonal communication and leadership skills;
Excellent written/spoken English and Urdu; other languages will be an advantage;
Proficiency in the use of computer office applications on word processing and spreadsheet;

WWF- Pakistan is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to amend this document from time to time, as may be required in the interests of the organization.