Project Officer

The Opportunity 

Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as the– Project Officer, Migration and Displacement Initiative in London, UK or any existing Save the Children International Regional or Country office worldwide. 

Role Purpose: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the strong and effective co-ordination of the team and provide a crucial link between each pillar of the MDI as well as acting as the principal administrative liaison with our supportive functions. 

In addition to co-ordinating the team, the Project Officer will be responsible for consolidating and communicating knowledge and new learning both internally within Save the Children and externally, contributing to building Save the Children’s profile on migration and displacement with key donors and influencers and enabling us to amplify the voices of children. 

In order to be successful, you will bring/have: 

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS 

Essential 

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in an international environment 

• Highly organised and excellent administrative skills  

• Demonstrable skills of effective project organisation or management 

• Competent in use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and SharePoint sites etc.  

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills 

• Excellent time-management skills  

• Ability to effectively prioritise multiple tasks in a constantly changing environment 

• Detail-oriented 

• Ability to work autonomously when needed 

• Strong interpersonal and cultural awareness skills,  

• Ability to work collaboratively and develop productive relationships across a wide range of stakeholders in a diverse, international environment 

• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communications skills  

• A passion for creative and effective communications 

• Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children 

Desirable 

• Proficiency in language other than English 

• Experience working for international NGO including developing country experience 

• Experience conducting research in developing countries  

Experience with communication management and document/web-page design a plus. 

We can offer circa £32,000 per annum (If based in UK) with an option of flexible working hours. If the role is based outside of the UK, National T&C (including pay) will apply. 

This role can be based in London or any existing Save the Children International Regional or Country office location on approval, provided the successful candidate has proof of eligibility to work from the preferred location. 

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The Organisation 

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030: 

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday 

• All children learn from a quality basic education and that, 

• Violence against children is no longer tolerated 

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. 

Application Information: 

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your salary expectations. A full copy of the role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers/apply 

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. 

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy. 

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.