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Project Assistant

Announcement Description

DEPARTMENT PURPOSE: Oxfam is a global movement of people who are fighting inequality to end poverty and injustice. Oxfam is an international confederation of 21 affiliates operating together in 85 countries. We have a vision of a just and sustainable world. A world where people and the planet are at the center of our economy. Where women and girls live free from violence and discrimination. Where the climate crisis is contained. And where governance systems are inclusive and allow for those in power to be held to account.

Working at Oxfam is so much more than just a job. As an Oxfam employee, consultant, or volunteer, you will join a team of dedicated and passionate professionals working to save lives, help people overcome poverty, and fight for social justice.

Announcement Positions

Project Assistant

  • Career Category: Business Administration, Logistics, Assistant
  • Type : Job Opportunity
  • Location: Phnom Penh
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary

LOCATION: Cambodia

CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed Term 1 Year (renewable depending on performance and availability of funding)

INTERNAL JOB GRADE: E1

DEPARTMENT and TEAM: Inclusive Green Economy Program/ FOWASH and Program Support

SALARY: N/A

HOURS (FTE): 37.5

TEAM PURPOSE: The objective of the IGE Program is to foster sustainable economic growth by encouraging private sector investment and innovation in environmentally friendly technologies and practices. This includes promoting green industries, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in adopting green business models, and facilitating public-private partnerships to drive green economic development. The goal is to create a more inclusive and resilient economy that benefits both businesses and communities while preserving and enhancing the environment for future generations. The program takes this approach to support some of the most marginalized communities in the Tonle Sap Region of Cambodia. Sector focus includes but are not limited to, where Women’s Economic Empowerment ( WEE) is cross cutting:

  • Climate smart Agriculture / Agriculture
  • Water and Sanitation ( WASH)
  • Technology ( Green Tech)
  • Education
  • Livelihood Development
  • Climate Change Adaptation/Mitigation

ASSIGNMENT PURPOSE: The IGE program is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Project Assistant to provide support on administrative work and logistic arrangements, to the FOWASH and FOSTER project portfolios and the Programme Team in General.

Role Purpose

The post holder will work with and provide support on, administrative work and logistic arrangements following the consultation with and advice of the Project Lead and Program Manager with a primary focus on the FOWASH project.

Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
  • A post holder will be tasked with the following, but not limited to, primary responsibilities:
  • Provide administrative and logistical support to Project Lead and Programme Manager during, national policy dialogue workshops and events, meetings, etc., and field visits,
  • Support in the preparation and undertaking of administrative procurement processes (Goods and Services),
  • Support the preparation of the grant administration process with colleagues in the finance and project management team,
  • Arrange the processes, registration and filing of the documentation and correspondence of the (core) processes, in line with applicable procedures,
  • Support the preparation and undertaking of administrative paper and processes, and ensure an appropriate filing in line with applicable procedures of Oxfam in Cambodia,
  • Provide support on taking minutes and producing reports, case studies, national policy dialogue workshop and events, meetings, etc., and field visits,
Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
  • ESSENTIAL
  • Experience in a comparable position within a local and international not-for-profit organisation (NGOs), especially in project management and oversight,
  • Passion & experience working in planning and operations-related assignments in Water and Sanitation (WASH), rural development, social development, or community empowerment.
  • Experience supporting project portfolios to reach outputs and outcomes
  • Ability to communicate positive changes in Khmer and English,
  • 2 years of experience (tertiary education) or 1 year (postsecondary education) in administrative, operation, and logistics support,
  • Responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to handle competing priorities with minimal supervision,
  • DESIRABLE
  • Responsive to feedback, flexible, but firm and assertive,
  • An ability to work well independently and with a diverse team of different backgrounds,
  • A team player and a fast learner, someone who works well in a multi-cultural environment, and an ability to communicate with positive changes,
  • Excellent organisational, coordination, and communication skills especially in a demanding working environment,
  • KEY ATTRIBUTES
  • A demonstration of positive attitude that treats and recognises the differences as a diversity, and a commitment to uphold the principle of inclusiveness and diversity, and feminism,
  • Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities,
  • Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work,
  • Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible,
 

How to Apply

SAFER RECRUITMENT: Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

Applying:

All applicants should please apply through Oxfam recruitment website

This assignment is for Cambodian National Only

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

 
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