Vacancy Project Officer - Operations

Delegation of the European Union to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean States, and the OECS

37.5 hours

International and multi-cultural environment.

Travelling is required.   

Under the supervision of the Head of Sector and for the implementation of development programs financed by various instruments, to contribute to the definition, implementation, follow-up and evaluation of programs and projects in the countries of the Delegation's responsibility and contribute to Delegation’s reporting tasks. 

• Contribute to the identification, formulation and implementation of programmes and projects in the Sector, as well as provide necessary inputs across the Cooperation section, in particular on digital transition, in close collaboration with the relevant Team.
• Follow closely developments in Overseas Countries and Territories in the remit of the Delegation, collect and analyse relevant macro-economic, financial and sector policy information (incl. digital) and prepare reports and responses to any specific requests, as appropriate.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration between the EU and the Caribbean, particularly in digital transformation.
• Assist with the preparation of Contracts (incl. Works, Supply and Service Contracts) and launching of calls for tenders for projects in the remit of the section.
• Coordinate the implementation and monitoring of programs and projects, including assessing technical and financial plans, progress and expenditure reports, payments, amendments, award of grants, works, supply and service contracts.
• Maintain good and effective contacts with the relevant national authorities, private sector representatives and other local operators and stakeholders in the field.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Head of Sector. 

Knowledge

Know what

• Experience in developing projects and programmes
• Experience in digital policy implementation and formulation or digital-related work experience
• Experience in the Caribbean region will be an asset
• Work or academic experience in the EU will be an asset
• Working knowledge of EU/EDF procedures will be an asset.

Know how

• Project cycle management
• Computer literacy

Skills

Linguistic skills

• Proficient in English (written and spoken): Excellent
• Knowledge of Spanish, French or Dutch is an asset.

Communication skills

• Capacity to communicate and write clearly, present complex matters in a simple way

Interpersonal skills

• Ability to consult, to listen, and to share information and ideas
• Ability to work in and as a team

Intellectual skills

• Ability to analyse key points in verbal and numerical information, evaluate alternatives objectively and make sound logical and well-argued judgments considering well the impact of decisions.
• Ability to grasp quickly and summarize complex issues as well as to propose sound solutions.
• Capacity to set priorities and deliver good quality work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Capacity to process a considerable amount of information in an effective and efficient way.
• Ability to rapidly produce high-quality, short, concise and analytical reports

Management/Organisational skills

• Good team player
• Capacity to focus on priorities and to organise work to deliver outputs on time.

Personal Qualities

• High ethical standards
• Tact, diplomacy and ability to negotiate in a complex environment
• Commitment to assure quality, speed and accuracy in performing technical and procedural duties

At least five years of relevant work experience in development cooperation, preferably with an international organisation or aid donor.   Experience in recipient countries.