VA26P181V01 Project Officer (LP2)

The Project Officer will be based in Tunis and support the implementation of the EU-funded Border Management Programme for the Maghreb Region (BMP Maghreb) – Tunisian Component, aimed at strengthening the operational and institutional capacities of Tunisian authorities in border management, particularly maritime surveillance and capacity development. Functional Overview The Project Officer implements and coordinates activities throughout the project(s) full life cycle. All activities undertaken in alignment with the regulatory framework, standard administrative practices and operating procedures of ICMPD and within assigned work plans and budgets. Reporting to the Project Manager, they support new project development, knowledge management, and resource mobilisation activities. They contribute to capacity development to support all stakeholders and partners in improving their capabilities. Key Results Project Cycle Implementation: In support of the Project Manager, project(s) full life cycle implementation effectively handled and coordinated, such as regular review of project(s) plans, coordination and deployment of resources and monitoring of budgets. Status of deliverables and progress on mitigation of risks regularly provided, including reports on financial and resource utilisation. Implementation underpinned by effective outreach, communication and project visibility activities as determined by the Project Manager. Project Operations and Resource Utilisation: In line with the project(s) structure, processes and workflows created for the project team(s) to ensure the positive progress of the project(s) including effective utilisation of project funds. Continual mutual development effectively undertaken with project team members and feedback provided to each other on project work undertaken. Short-term contracts for experts, consultants and/or service providers managed and performance reviewed in accordance with their terms of reference and specifications. S