Project Officer (Humanitarian Programs)

Location: Port Vila, Vanuatu, with travel to the islands

Company

hirify.global is an Israel-based non-governmental organization supporting communities affected by humanitarian crises through emergency response, recovery and long-term development programmes.

What you will do

• Support implementation and coordination of programmes in protection, health and nutrition, WASH and related sectors.
• Coordinate daily activities with project teams, partners, communities, logistics, finance and technical advisors.
• Monitor progress, collect and analyse programme data, maintain project records and contribute to learning.
• Prepare internal, project and donor reports, concept notes, proposals, budgets and supporting documentation.
• Engage with local partners, communities, government stakeholders and coordination forums.
• Support partner capacity strengthening, staff development, representation and practical solutions to implementation challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in health, WASH, nutrition, protection, psychosocial support, international development, humanitarian studies or a related field; relevant experience may substitute.
• 3–5 years of experience in humanitarian response, development or community-based programming, preferably with an INGO or similar organization.
• Experience supporting project implementation and coordination, monitoring, reporting, documentation and programme cycle management.
• Experience working respectfully with local communities, partners and stakeholders, with strong organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong cultural awareness and understanding of the Vanuatu context, including relevant government priorities and programme sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bislama; strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time local position with ongoing duration.
• Work is grounded in sustainable, inclusive and community-owned solutions.
• Programmes emphasize hands-on training, collaboration with local leaders and a Do No Harm approach.
• Regular travel to programme locations across the islands is required.
• Recruitment includes misconduct and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse declarations and reference checks.