Project & Local Development Officer (m/f/d)

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.

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.

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.

● 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.