Project Officer

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
The British Embassy in Kuwait is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic
individual for the position of Project Officer, Grade - EO, on a fixed term
contract until ‎31 March ‎2023.
Main purpose of the job:
This is an exciting position working on a number of the UK Government's
programme funds, including the Gulf Strategy Fund. Based in the Embassy's
Prosperity Section, you will be at the heart of the Embassy's programme work
helping to implement UK policy objectives. You will support delivery of UK
programmes to strengthen the bilateral relationship and support the growth of
UK-Kuwait Economic ties, Prosperity and Science and Innovation.
This is a new role and will entail some flexibility, with the officer
responding to wider Section and Embassy pressures as necessary.
Duties and responsibilities:
* Delivery of the Kuwait programmes, including managing implementing partners and wider stakeholders, monitoring and evaluation, budget scrutiny, and regular financial reporting.
* Support the development and design of future programmes.
* To manage the relevant Programme Budgets.
* To work with the Communications Team to highlight what projects we are delivering and how the embassy is making a difference.
* To work with the wider British Embassy Team, the Head of the UK Gulf Science and Innovation Network, the British Council and other partners on related projects.
* To ensure all activity complies with the new FCDO Programme Operating Framework.
* Support monitoring the delegated programme budget, maintaining accurate records on project allocations, monthly and forecasted spend.
Resources managed:
* Managing implementing partners and a significant portion of FCDO programme funds for Kuwait.

Key behaviours required for the job:
* Delivering at Pace: Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
* Making Effective Decisions: Use evidence and knowledge to support accurate, expert decisions and advice. Carefully consider alternative options, implications and risks of decisions.
* Managing a Quality Service: Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.
* Working Together: Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
* Fluent communication skills in English (both spoken and written).
* University-educated.
* Highly organised, with a track record as a team player and able to work in a diverse, high-performing environment.
* Track record of working with external stakeholders to successfully deliver good quality results.
* Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build productive working relations with project implementers and wider stakeholders.
* The ability to confidently brief the senior management team within the Embassy and in London.
* Numerate, with experience of working with financial information, including budgeting and forecasting.
* Computer literacy in Microsoft Office packages.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
* Communication skills in Arabic.
* Experience or knowledge of Kuwaiti Politics, Human Rights, Economic or scientific policies.
* Experience of programme/project management. (Minimum ‎2 years of work experience in a relevant field).
* A network of Government and/or business contacts that they can utilise.
Required behaviours
Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace,
Working Together
Application deadline Application deadline - day Application deadline - month
Application deadline - year
‎19 July ‎2022
Grade
Executive Officer (EO)
Type of Position
Fixed Term, Full-time
Working hours per week
‎37
Duration of Post
‎6 months
Region
Middle East & North Africa
Country/Territory
Kuwait
Location (City)
Kuwait
Type of Post
British Embassy
Number of vacancies
‎1
Salary Currency
KWD
Salary
‎1,021.‎46
Start Date Start Date - day Start Date - month Start Date - year
‎1 September ‎2022
End Date End Date - day End Date - month End Date - year
‎31 March ‎2023
Other benefits and conditions of employment
The position is full-time, at ‎37 hours a week with considerations of
flexibility depending on circumstances.
This position is offered on a full time, fixed term contract basis until ‎31
March ‎2023. We are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible,
depending on the outcome of the security clearance.
Pay is on the Embassy EO scale, at KD ‎1,021.‎46 per month. The package also
includes a good level of health insurance and an engaging working environment.
Leave entitlement is ‎30 days (on pro rata basis) plus ‎14 public holidays.
The job provides an excellent opportunity to acquire and/or deepen skills in
programme management/coordination, in technical advice, and in policy
influencing, including through exposure to senior levels of host government
and within the relevant private sector. We place a strong emphasis on learning
and development.
You will have access to existing and new Project & Programme Management L&D
as well as wider job-relevant L&D and support for your own personal
development. You may have the opportunity to participate in annual reviews to
assess the performance of FCDO programmes.
Additional information
Eligibility:
If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as along
as you:
* Are legally resident in Kuwait;
* Complete local and UK security checks.
To Apply:
Interested candidates must attach the following documents along with the
completed online application form:
* An updated Curriculum Vita (CV)
* A covering letter
_ ( _Applications that do not include the above stated information will be
rejected).
All applications must be received before ‎23:55 (Kuwait Time) on ‎19 July
‎2022.
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Interviews will be held at the British Embassy Kuwait Office or remotely via
MS Teams. Due to the large amount of applications, we receive only those
shortlisted for assessment/interview will be contacted.
The start date mentioned in the advert is an assumed start date and the
successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures.
Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable
clearances and reference checks.

The British Embassy Kuwait is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to
inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staffs recruited
locally by the British Embassy are subject to Terms and Conditions of service
according to local Kuwaiti employment law.**
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