OlamAid is a European, Jewish-based pluralistic aid organization providing global emergency relief and rehabilitation. We address physical and psychosocial needs throughout all stages of humanitarian crises to ensure resilient, self-sustained communities. Our holistic methodology combines humanitarian aid deliveries with empowerment work to help affected people transition from crisis to sustainable living.
Tasks
As the Local Project & Development Officer, you will hold a dual-focus position that encompasses both project implementation/oversight and strategic development work. You will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination and implementation of food security activities in Moldova while simultaneously driving local fundraising and communications to ensure the program's long-term financial sustainability and visibility. This role serves as the critical link between the local project teams and the HQ Development and Communications Department, ensuring a smooth flow of information and aligning project needs with overall organizational strategy.
1. Project Implementation & Partner Coordination
● Assist in coordination between local project partners, stakeholders, and international
project leadership.
● Facilitate and oversee food security and nutrition-related activities with local partners, focusing on vulnerable populations, including women, children, and refugees.
● Conduct regular field visits to project sites to ensure effective delivery of nutritional
support and humanitarian aid.
● Apply food safety standards and gender-related resources while ensuring alignment
with safeguarding policies.
● Occasionally support PSS-related activities as a secondary component of the holistic
aid approach.
2. Local Development & Fundraising
● Implement fundraising strategies on a local level in line with annual departmental goals and local priorities.
● Actively identify, research, and track new, localized funding opportunities from
institutional, corporate, and foundation prospects.
● Support the grant application and management process by preparing project-specific data and drafting sections of compelling proposals.
● Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with key local individual donors and
project-specific corporate partners.
3. Communications & Visibility
● Support the development of high-quality, project-specific communication materials,
including impact stories, photos, and testimonials.
● Ensure the consistent application of organizational branding and messaging within the project area.
● Manage local press contacts and issue project-related press releases in coordination
with HQ.
● Facilitate media interviews with local staff and provide local context for central team
requests.
4. Data Management & Reporting
● Facilitate data collection and analysis for program monitoring and evaluation (M&E).
● Regularly contribute accurate contact information and donation records to the central
donor database (CRM).
● Track and report project-level fundraising performance against targets to leadership.
Requirements
We are looking for a versatile professional who combines humanitarian field experience with a background in local development and fundraising.
Required:
● Education: B.A. / M.A. in relevant studies.
● Experience: Proven background in non-governmental or humanitarian operations,
specifically within food security, nutrition, or rural development.
● Development Skills: Experience in fundraising, grant support, or donor cultivation.
● MHPSS: Prior experience or education in psychosocial support (PSS) is an advantage.
● Languages: Fluent in English, Romanian, and Russian; Ukrainian is a significant
advantage.
● Technical Skills: Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel) and a solution-oriented
mindset.
Benefits
● A responsible role in a dynamic, culturally diverse NGO environment.
● Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work.
● Regular participation in further education, training, and individual consulting sessions.
● The opportunity to shape your professional development within a highly motivated team.
Interested candidates should send their CV and motivation letter in PDF format. Please
include the name, position, and contact details of at least two professional references.