Project Officer – Smart Production Project (Alexandria)

About the role

The Project Officer will lead the implementation of the “Smart Production: Enhance Competitiveness and Employability” project in Alexandria and supervise the “Enhance Stability and Social Cohesion in Egypt, Phase 2” project assistant. The role involves coordinating with WFP, government bodies, schools, private sector partners and community organisations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and monitor implementation, procurement and training plans in line with work plans, budgets and WFP requirements.
• Assess production units, coach improvements, ensure occupational health and safety compliance and manage digital‑skills training.
• Supervise the Project Assistant, review participant selection, training, mentorship and grant follow‑up activities.
• Maintain stakeholder relations, coordinate consultants and service providers, and secure approvals for field activities.
• Raise and manage purchase requisitions in SAP, monitor budgets, and prepare monthly progress reports.

Required profile

• Understanding of Global Safeguarding, Gender Equality and Inclusion policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct.
• Ability to work with diverse partners including government, donors, private sector and community groups.

Required skills

• SAP for procurement and financial management.