PROJECTS OFFICER
EQUAL GROUND is looking for
Position: Projects Officer
We are an exciting, young non profit organisation looking for a creative, savvy and self motivated person to work with us. This is an amazing opportunity to be part of an important organisation that makes a real difference in the lives of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Questioning (LGBTIQ) community in Sri Lanka.
Job Summary:
The Projects Officer is responsible for creating and implementing programs specific to EQUAL GROUND and its vision and mission. The candidate must be a self-starter and able to multi-task and prioritize. He/she will also be responsible for all proposals and reports pertaining to the particular projects under his/her purview. The ability to work in a team-environment and to negotiate multiple perspectives and provide tangible solutions at EQUAL GROUND is also essential.
Reporting and relationships:
As a member of the Projects team, the Projects Officer will report to the Executive Director and will also work closely with the trustees of EQUAL GROUND and other staff members. The job entails the following aspects:
Reponsibilities:
• Create and implement specific programs for community development in line with the vision and mission of the organisation
• Create and implement specific programs to enhance the civil and political rights of all stakeholders
• Coordinate project logistics and work products within time line requirements with attention to detail and budgeting concerns
• Respond to grant requirements regarding timely completion of deliverables (i.e. funding requests, project reports etc)
• Must work well within a team situation in order to produce varied correspondence, reports and other materials with accuracy using computer software including, but not limited to word processing, data base systems, or spreadsheets
• Composition and preparation of correspondence in assigned project areas
• Preparation and distribution of information and/or materials to requesting parties
• Will be required to oversee training development and/or seminars and workshops
• Prepare Program budgets and strategies
• Assist the Executive Director with events and programs conducted by EQUAL GROUND
• Assist the Executive Director to develop, update/revise, and enforce all project policies and controls through development of appropriate systems and through training/orientation of all staff, consultants and volunteers
• Develop and maintain summary instruments that are effective in alerting key personnel to programmatic and reporting requirements
• Prepare reports and analyses to donors, and other interested parties. Work with programmatic or development staff to ensure that all reporting requirements are fulfilled
• Support fundraising proposals with financial planning and development of proposed budgets
• Recommend and implement productivity improvements
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Bilingual – English with Sinhala and/or Tamil
• Strong writing skills in English
• Strong project management skills including the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Ability to communicate with and manage stakeholders
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to traffic and facilitate the approval process
• Strong task completion orientation
• Ability to schedule projects, overcome obstacles, and meet firm deadlines
• Proofreading skills
Salary and Benefits:
Commensurate with experience
THIS IS A FULL TIME POSITION.
How to apply:
Please apply by e-mail to equalground@gmail.com or fax us at 94-11-2507746. Please put “Projects Officer” in the subject line and send cover letter with resume.
EQUAL GROUND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Equal Opportunity Employers
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EQUAL GROUND — Human Rights Organization
20/1A Kassapa Road,
Colombo 5
Tel: +94-11-5679766
Fax: +94-11-2507746
equalground@gmail.com
Rumours — Hair and Beauty
174 Inner Flower Road
Colombo 3
Tel: +94-11-2573981 or +94-11-2574243
Rumours is currently hiring.
ODEL (PVT) LTD — Department Store
475/32 Kotte Road
Rajagiriya
Tel: +94-114-710200, +94-112-882125
Fax: +94-115-337855, +94-112-871333
Email: mail@eodel.com
Odel Online
Barefoot — Department Store
704 Galle Road
Colombo 3
Tel. +94 11 2580114
Fax. +94 11 2576936
Barefoot
THINK — Advertising / Media / Graphics
121 Pannipitiya Road, Battaramulla
Tel/Fax: +94-11-2862479
Mobile: +94-(0)777-765383
THINK
Perera Hussein Publishing — Publishing
80A, Dharmapala Mawatha,
Colombo 7,
Sri Lanka.
E-mail : ph-books@sltnet.lk, ranthala@sltnet.lk, tangalla@sltnet.lk
Tel : ++(94)777-572-999 / ++(94)777-562-333
Fax : ++(94-11) 2577274
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