Project Officer

About the Organization

Reach The Needy – Ethiopia (RTN-Ethiopia) is a child-focused, community-based, non-profit humanitarian organization dedicated to supporting deprived, excluded, and vulnerable children in becoming productive, confident, and responsible citizens and leaders. RTN-Ethiopia works in partnership with organizations including ChildFund, CARE Ethiopia, PLAN Ethiopia, and UNICEF on various development and humanitarian programs.

Position Overview

Position: Project Officer

Number of Positions: 1

Location: Sidama Region, Dara Woreda

Employment Terms: One-year contract with possibility of extension based on fund availability and performance

Reporting To: Program Coordinator, RTN-Ethiopia

Job Summary

The Project Officer will create accountability systems for the sponsorship program, support community service-seeking behavior, analyze complaints, and provide feedback for program improvement with the objective of reducing child labor in project operational areas. Working in partnership with PLAN Ethiopia, the Project Officer will implement sponsorship interventions in Sidama Region (Dara Woreda Kebeles) and South Ethiopia Region (Wolaita Zone, Boloso Sore Woreda).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day implementation, coordination, and monitoring of sponsorship programs
• Oversee education and livelihood activities at community and school levels
• Support children and households in accessing quality, inclusive education
• Facilitate livelihood improvement initiatives
• Ensure effective community engagement and participation
• Implement safeguarding and accountability mechanisms
• Develop and implement annual plans in consultation with supervisor and project staff

Compensation

Salary is based on the organization's established salary scale.