Program Officer (BLOOM)

Support implementation of program activities and manage documentation.

Overview

Support implementation of program activities and manage documentation.

You have:

  • University degree in economics, public or business administration, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of professional experience, including a minimum of 2 years with an international humanitarian or development organization.
  • Demonstrated experience in contract management, budget monitoring, and business plan review.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work with complex financial, programmatic, and business documentation.
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy in handling data and documentation.
  • Proficiency in Ukrainian and English.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel).
  • Effective communication, reporting, and coordination skills.
  • Familiarity with Sphere standards and humanitarian principles is an asset.

Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to manage a contract for a program. What challenges did you face? The interviewer wants to assess your contract management experience and problem-solving skills. Detail the situation, your actions, and the outcome while emphasizing your analytical skills.
Can you provide an example of how you monitored a budget in a previous project? This question seeks insight into your budgeting skills and financial oversight capabilities. Pro members can see the explanation.
How have you ensured accuracy in reporting and documentation in your past roles? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Talk about your experience with business plan reviews. What key aspects do you focus on? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe how you coordinate with teams to achieve program goals. Can you give an example? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for effective communication with stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle tight deadlines and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What does safeguarding mean to you in the context of program implementation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 month ago - Updated 8 hours ago - Source: mercycorps.org/careers/national