CBM is an international Christian development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest communities of the world.

CBM is now accepting applications for a

Programme Officer

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Contract Duration: 1 years (with possibility of extension)

Contract Start: As soon as possible

Objective

Effective management and strategic development of project/major partner portfolio by initiating, strengthening and nurturing a professional relationship with national and international partners/advisors/consultants and developing and sustaining an effective programme team which delivers results in line with CBM GPS II and relevant strategies.

Structure of Authority:

The incumbent will report to the Operations Manager, based in Bangkok, Thailand

Main tasks

Budget Administration

-  Review annual budget applications from partners and make initial recommendations for review by the Senior Management

-  Monitor and coordinate transfers of funds or goods to partners and ensure that they are duly acknowledged in a timely fashion

-  Remind partners to request project grants in due time and with proper documentation

-  Work with partners to ensure that reasons for any proviso (temporary project hold) are removed as soon as possible

-  Evaluate the financial statements in coordination with Finance and/or Operations Manager

Partner / Project Management

-  Transform the relationship between partners and CBM from ‘Donor recipient’ to ‘Partners in development’

-  Ensure compliance to CBM accountability and programme quality standards for good development practice

-  Promote access to and inclusion of all people with disabilities to CBM-supported projects

-  Ensure that partners comply with CBM regulations and guidelines for submission of reports and information

-  Conduct periodic project reviews to monitor implementation against project plans and evaluate success (outcome, impact, cost-benefit, cost-effectiveness)

-  Coordinate CBM project visits with partner organisations, prepare logistics/ necessary project documents and complete project visit reports

-  Ensure good practice case studies/ lessons learned from projects are adequately documented and shared

-  Work with partners and other stakeholders to ensure the promotion and long-term sustainability of CBM-supported projects

-  Liaise with government officials, NGOs, and other stakeholders regarding project activities when required

-  Liaise with consultants and CBM ‘s Member Associations involved in specific projects when required

-  Identify needs and implement capacity development activities with CBM partners when required

Professional Profile and Requirement

Education, Knowledge & Professional Experience

-  Relevant academic degree or further qualification

-  At least two years professional experience in planning, managing and evaluating international development programmes with government, NGOs, and other development organisations

-  Good knowledge and understanding of international development work and understanding of inclusive Project Cycle Management (iPCM)

-  Good understanding in financial management

-  Experience and understanding of Community Based Inclusive Development, Inclusive Livelihoods, etc.,

-  Good understanding of all widely followed programming principles and priorities

-  Previous experience and good understanding of CBM’s programming and budgeting system and procedures, including reporting (PPR) is a significant advantage

-  Previous experience of working with people with disabilities is a significant advantage

-  Willingness to travel and work long hours when necessary

-  Commits to CBM’s Child Safeguarding Policy

 Languages

·         English (professional proficiency)

Tools

-  Good knowledge of MS Office (particularly advanced Excel skills)

-  Knowledge in MS Navision and MS Sharepoint solutions is a distinct advantage

 The future job holder adheres to CBM’s values and commits to CBM’s Child Safeguarding Policy.

CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position.

Candidates with the required profile and proven experiences, who are meeting these qualifications, are invited to submit, in English via e-mail, a meaningful letter of motivation, stating why he/she wishes to work for CBM, CV, three professional references and salary expectations to Nadhkaned.bunsri@cbm.org and Pimpa.molkul@cbm.org

Application deadline: 20 June, 2016