Job description
Job purpose
The Programme Officer will provide comprehensive support to the Swedish Red Cross (SRC) Country Office, as well as Romanian Red Cross (RRC) in its joint program and projects in Romania, in the areas of project management, PMER, finance, and administration. Under the direct supervision and guidance of the SRC Country Representative, the position will work closely with the RRC; and as needed, extend support to the SRC Country Office in Moldova. Travel within Romania and to Moldova is required.
Job duties and responsibilities
Project Management and PMER (60%)

Contribute to the planning, budgeting, and reporting of projects to ensure that they are timely and in accordance with quality standards.
Support the RRC in project management and compliance with SRC/RRC procedures, regulations, and policies.
Provide guidance to RRC staff and volunteers, especially at the branch level, to ensure quality in programming, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on implementation.
Develop and support the application of an M&E framework and corresponding information management tools in close collaboration with the RRC, and ensure its dissemination to RRC branches.
Monitor project progress, ensure compliance with SRC program standards, and prepare reports.
Identify and report any issues that could affect project implementation, including safety and security concerns, difficulties to operate, and any developing situations that could hinder project implementation.
Work closely with RRC staff to ensure timely and quality implementation of project activities.
Conduct regular field visits jointly with the RRC to identify and help solve any critical challenges/issues faced in the program.
Collaborate with and assist the RRC in assessing the capacities and needs of vulnerable groups and developing adequate response plans.
Provide support to capacity building initiatives with the RRC, including facilitating and organizing trainings, workshops, and developing tools.
Assist in preparing, designing, and implementing surveys, evaluations, and other relevant studies as needed for the project; this may include taking part in internal reviews to assess operational progress, including lesson learning reviews.
Prepare narrative reports and support in the development of project proposals, other documents.
Finance and Administration (40%)
Track project budgets and expenditures to ensure they are aligned with the approved budget and that all financial transactions are properly documented and accounted for.
Provide guidance to RRC for compliance with procurement and financial SRC procedures, as well as the preparation of financial reports in line with requirements.
Assist in preparing budgets and financial reports.
Coordinate closely with the SRC Controller in Headquarters.
Prepare payments to suppliers.
Maintain files and records in accordance with SRC procedures.
Provide overall administrative support to the SRC Country Office, e.g., travel and meeting arrangements, office supplies purchase, etc.
When requested, participate in RRC procurement, including oversight of tenders, evaluating bids, and launching contracts.
Other duties and responsibilities

Provide translation assistance during meetings involving various stakeholders (RO/ EN).Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager.