Well-Being For All

Help Wanted - Program Officer

Want to make a serious difference? Here is your chance!

World Accord - International Development Agency is a small Canadian charity and NGO based in Waterloo, Ontario, that receives funding from individuals, churches and other groups, businesses and, where possible, government agencies. These funds are then used to support the grass roots development efforts of our partners in several Central American and Asian countries. We are currently seeking an experienced program officer. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the successful candidate will have:

• a minimum of 2 years experience in the field,
• a post secondary education in International Development or a related field,
• a proven capacity to write successful project or program proposals for CIDA,
• excellent budgeting skills,
• the drive to ensure deadlines are never missed,
• strong communication and presentation skills,
• the ability to produce clear and concise reports,
• solid file organizing and managing skills,
• strong people skills,
• a very high level of personal integrity and
• a clear understanding of environmental sustainability and gender equality issues.

This is a one year contract position that can lead to permanent employment for the successful candidate. There is a requirement for substantial international travel with this position and the ability to work and travel independently is crucial. While the majority of the work will be in English, preference will be given to those with superior Spanish language ability. E-mail applications to waccord@worldaccord.org no later than Nov. 30

posted by World Accord Staff @ 4:16 PM