Program Development Officer (Only for Nationals)

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DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

The USAID/OTI STEP-UP Sudan aims to advance the initial goal of USAID/OTI's Sudan program
objectives, focusing on efforts to pursue democratic change, improved access to timely and accurate
information for citizens, and the promotion of democratic behaviors among Sudanese citizens.
STEP-UP Sudan is an initiative of USAID/OTI in support of the goals of the United States Government
(USG) and, as such, is presented as an integral part of USAID’s program portfolio in Sudan. Program
operations follow standard OTI processes while OTI staff consult extensively with USAID and the US
mission in Sudan during activity design.
DT Global’s STEP-UP Sudan is sponsored and registered with the Ministry of Finance and Economic
Planning in Sudan.
References to DT Global in this document pertain to DT Global’s STEP-UP Sudan.

The Program Development Officer (PDO) will lead communications with local partners and work closely with members of the Grants Management Unit (GMU) and Communications to oversee activity design and implementation. 

• Identify potential program partners, and work with them to design and develop grant concepts and activities, through networking and outreach, under the overall direction of the Deputy Chief of Party-Programs (DCOP-P), USAID staff and other program representatives. 
• Consistently develop strategically relevant concepts that respond to the established program goals and objectives. Demonstrate high level of understanding of USAID grant regulations and other considerations that may impact activity design and work closely with the Grants Team to proactively address these issues. This includes doing activity write-ups and supporting due diligence processes.  
• Demonstrate high level of understanding of prior implementation challenges and actively incorporate lessons learned into the design of new activities. Proactively share lessons learned across the program and contribute to the development of new tools and knowledge that can be integrated into program’s M&E function.
• Actively participate in the problem solving and troubleshooting throughout the grant cycle to assure implementation remains within the spirit of the original design concept. Provide technical assistance to grantees and potential grantees as required, throughout the activity cycle, in coordination with other staff. 
• Closely analyze the STEP-UP rapidly changing environment on an ongoing basis, and contribute to rolling assessments, strategic review sessions, and recurring meetings. 
• Facilitate and maintain linkages and networking among various actors. Support collaboration with partners, government, and other key stakeholders as a base for building/maintaining/expanding overall program impact. 
• Use an Activity Database to document and monitor activity updates, in close coordination with other GMU team members.  
• Work closely with MEL team to coordinate monitoring of the activities under implementation to ensure that they meet activity and program objectives and produce regular site visit reports. 
• Coordinate with grants and procurement staff to provide sufficient written information for negotiation memos and all relevant contract documents as possible. 
• Travel to project’s areas of operation as directed. 
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. 

• Three to five years of relevant experience preferred. 
• Experience working with local organizations or community-based groups in a relevant field, including but not limited to community engagement, civic education, or advocacy. 
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of local and country context and social conditions in Sudan 2, with the ability to think creatively in conceptualizing relevant activity ideas. 
• Experience in working with local partners on project design and implementation of activities preferred. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills. 
• Ability to effectively use computer software and MS Office application applications. Willingness to learn how to use the program’s Activity Database. 
• Fluency in written and oral English and Arabic is required.
• Position open to Sudan nationals only. 

Reporting: The Program Development Officer (PDO) will report to the Regional Program Manager (RPM). 

1. Closing date for job Advertisement:  05/03/2024 
2. Job Location: Port Sudan/Kassala
3. To apply for the role you can visit DT Global Website (DT-global.com) or you can apply through Sudan Jobs. 
4. Female staff are encouraged to apply. 

DT Global Core Competencies:

·       Teamwork: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust, and commitment 

·       Communication: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally Demonstrates effective use of skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts

·       Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment

·       Customer/Client Focused: Anticipates, monitors, and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner

·       Diversity & Inclusion: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly 

·       Professionalism: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity, and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal

 DT Global will be conducting interviews with shortlisted candidates on a rolling basis and may make a recruitment decision prior to this post's closing date.