Cash Project Officer

Position : Cash Project Officer Duty Station: Aden, with frequent travel to Tur Al-Baha, Al-Mudarabah & Ras Al-Arah, and Al-Musaymir districts (Lahj Governorate) Contract Type: Full-time (subject to budget availability) Key Responsibilities 1. Planning and Supervision - Oversee daily project activities in targeted districts, focusing on Unconditional Cash Transfers (UCT) and Multi-Purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA). - Develop detailed work plans for field teams and assign responsibilities accordingly. - Ensure implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in compliance with donor (YHF) policies. 2. Team Management - Supervise and mentor project assistants and field staff, providing technical guidance and support. - Conduct regular team meetings to address operational challenges. - Identify training needs and support capacity-building initiatives. 3. Coordination and Representation - Represent YKF in meetings with local authorities, communities, and partners. - Coordinate with community leaders to ensure acceptance and smooth implementation of activities. - Promote cross-sector collaboration to ensure integrated programming. 4. Monitoring and Reporting - Oversee the implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) plan in coordination with the relevant team. - Supervise field data collection and ensure data quality and accuracy. - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and final progress reports. - Document field activities, success stories, and case studies. 5. Risk Management and Compliance - Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies, including PSEA, child protection, and safety standards. - Identify operational risks and develop mitigation measures. - Immediately report any protection concerns or misconduct cases. Qualifications and Experience - Bachelor s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, Food Security, or a related field. - Minimum of three (3) years of experience with local or international NGOs in food security and livelihoods projects, with proven experience in cash assistance programming (UCT & MPCA). - Strong background in community engagement, mobilization, and data management. - Good command of English (reading, writing, and speaking). - Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). - Strong analytical thinking and excellent communication skills.