Based in London with overseas travel One year contract (maternity cover), full time £28,194 gross per annum
ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE EXISTING RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.
HelpAge International helps older people claim their rights, challenge discrimination and overcome poverty, so that they can lead dignified, secure, active and healthy lives. Our work in over 75 countries is strengthened through our global network of like-minded organisations – the only one of its kind in the world. Africa Regional Development Centre supports organisations in Africa by sharing information that empowers older people, providing advice on ageing issues, and supporting programmes implemented by our affiliates and partners.
This is an exciting opportunity to guide and support international offices to achieve their objectives within HelpAge International organisational priorities and policies by guiding, advising and monitoring compliance. The Programme Officer will represent the work of international offices internally and externally by developing knowledge and understanding of the programmes.
You will have significant development project management experience in Africa as well as experience in funding proposals and reports, budgeting and financial monitoring. Strong communication skills and ability to interact with a wide range of people to bring them together to achieve a common goal is key to the success in this role. Excellent IT skills and command of written and spoken English are essential for this role. Experience of working/living in a developing country and knowledge of French or of another relevant international language is also highly desirable.
Closing date: 16 October 2011 Start date: December 2011
For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, please click on the following link:http://www.helpage.org//poAfrica
HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer.
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