ECHO - Programme Officer - Gaziantep

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
 
The European Commission’s European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO), funds relief operations for victims of natural disasters and conflicts outside the European Union. For humanitarian aid, the Commission works with about 200 operational partners, including United Nation agencies, the Red Cross/Crescent movement and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Aid is channeled impartially, straight to victims, regardless of their race, ethnic group, religion, gender, age, nationality or political affiliation.
 
ECHO is recruiting ONE National Staff to be based in Gaziantep as Programme Officer. Interested candidates can apply to this vacancy provided that they meet the minimum eligibility criteria as summarized below (detailed Terms of Reference are available on the website of the EU Delegation in Turkey).
 
Programme Officer – ref. GZT-PO 2019-29
 
ONE PROGRAMME OFFICER based in Gaziantep
 
Education:
  • A relevant second level university degree or equivalent professional experience
 
Knowledge and Experience:
  • Preferably at least 5 years of relevant experience at national or international level in  managing programme/project operations., including at least 2 years of experience with an NGO's, donor or national/international organisation;
  • Very good knowledge of the EU humanitarian aid system;
  • Very good knowledge of International NGOs, UN Aid agencies and Red Cross Movement;
  • Extensive knowledge and professional experience in Turkey is required;
  • Extensive knowledge and professional experience in Syria is an asset;
  • Very good understanding of Humanitarian Aid principles, policies and Standards;
  • Excellent drafting skills;
  • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc).
 
Languages:
  • Proficiency in English and Turkish (written & spoken) is essential;
  • Good knowledge of Arabic and Kurdish is an asset.
 
Job Summary
The job holder carries out activities to ensure that effective humanitarian response is delivered. The job holder conducts assessments; develop strategies and represents ECHO when appropriate. The program officer may be asked to run an office and supervise staff in the absence of a TA or, when in an RSO, be in charge of regional overview tasks.
 
 
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
  • Must be a Turkish national or hold a valid residence and work permit or other proof that he/she is eligible to live and work in Turkey;
  • Completion of mandatory military service is required for Turkish male applicants;
  • Capable of working under pressure in a multitasking position.
 
APPLICATIONS MUST COMPRISE OF:
  • A cover letter setting out briefly the candidate’s motivation and suitability for the position;
  • A completed CV in English in the EU standard format only (EUROPASS CV);
  • A copy of education certificate/degree;
  • A copy of relevant employment certificates.
 
 
GENERAL INFORMATION:
This position is open to nationals and other residents with valid work and residence permits.
 
DG ECHO applies a policy of equal opportunities. Our recruitment policy is based on respect for diversity, maintaining the gender balance, as well as the balance between professional and private life, and support for training and developments opportunities.
 
Salary grade: Group I – minimum step 1 (2 years’ experience) –  Basic monthly salary: 3,095 EUR.
 
The employee will receive a disability / retirement allowance, a 13th salary, as well as a medical coverage.


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Apply Link Deadline 17-06-2020
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