Program Officer

About the role

The Program Officer leads the day-to-day delivery of one or more Village Enterprise projects across assigned geographical areas in the Oromia Region of Ethiopia. Reporting to the Program Manager, the position translates approved project plans into coordinated field activities and is accountable for delivery milestones, participant targets, quality, operational controls, and local implementation risks. The role directly supervises Field Associates and Project Officers, coordinating staff deployment, field logistics, community engagement, performance monitoring, and practical problem-solving. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Project Management, Business Administration, Agriculture, Social Sciences, Community Development, or a related field, alongside at least 3–5 years of relevant experience in community-based program delivery, including field team supervision.