Purpose of the role
The Project Officer supports the day-to-day implementation of the projects to which they are assigned. The Project Officer undertakes the planning, follow-up, reporting, and delivery of project activities.

Main Tasks
• Ensure coordination and day-to-day implementation of assigned projects;
• Manage the projects by planning, tracking, and following up on project activities and deliverables in line with project agreements and timelines;
• Development of work plans and monitoring progress against agreed targets and indicators, flagging challenges to the management promptly;
• Ensure grant management by collecting information, maintaining project records, and preparing drafts and inputs for narrative and financial donor reports, in collaboration with other departments;
• Ensure that activities are implemented in compliance with internal policies and donors' policies and procedures;
• Organise of regional and national workshops and events, including logistics, participant follow-up, documentation, and note-taking;
• Liaise with partners, researchers, consultants, and participants on operational matters as needed;
• Contribute to the centre's resource mobilisation efforts, including background research and inputs to funding proposals;
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Qualifications
• Master's degree in social sciences (political science, sociology, anthropology) or a relevant field.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in a research centre, think tank, or civil society organisation;
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail;
• Clear writing and good analytical skills;
• Good time management and the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines;
• Ability to communicate smoothly, including giving and receiving feedback;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and a strong capacity for effective teamwork;
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required; French is a plus;
• Familiarity with project cycle management and donor reporting is an asset.

Notes
• Start date: 1 December 2026

Applications should be submitted in English and have an attached CV, cover letter, and contact details of 2 references.
In the cover letter (of no more than one page in length) the candidate should briefly explain how their profile corresponds to the job requirements. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applicants are strongly discouraged from using AI tools to prepare their application materials. Any application suspected of having been generated with AI will be disqualified automatically.
Please send applications to [email protected] by 17 November 2026, including "Project Officer" in the subject line.
Note that only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Note that this position can be based in either Nicosia or Beirut. If in the latter, the candidate must demonstrate the ability to travel.