[WVI] Development Officer-2
WVI - World Vision International
Region
Honiara, Solomon Islands
Description
Development Officer-2 Organization: WVI - World Vision International Location: Honiara, Solomon Islands Posted: 2026-10-12 Original source: wvi.org With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories! Employee Contract Type: Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)Job Description: The Development Officer plays a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and overseeing community development programs aimed at improving the well-being of individuals and communities. This role involves working closely with community members, local organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to address key issues such as poverty, child protection, gender equality, economic empowerment, and social inclusion. He/She is a catalyst for positive change, empowering communities to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. The Development Officer will also play a critical role in implementing and overseeing community development programs focused on Saving for Transformation (S4T), Empower World View, Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, Growth Monitoring Programs, and Livelihood and Economic Inclusion. The officer will ensure the effective delivery of these programs, fostering community-led initiatives, strengthening local systems, and promoting sustainable development. The role requires a strong background in transformation development, partnership management, and program monitoring. **Program Implementation** · Lead the implementation of community development programs, as per the Future Ready Sponsorship (FRS) guides · Facilitate the integration of **GEDSI** principles into all program activities to ensure inclusivity and equity. · Support the rollout of **Child Protection** initiatives, including awareness campaigns, capacity building, and community-led advocacy. · Oversee the implementation of **Growth Monitoring Programs** to improve child health and nutrition outcomes. . Ensure programs align with organizational goals and donor/SO requirements, including HH closeting and Child Impact Spaces (CIS) **Community Engagement and Capacity Building** · Build strong relationships with community members, local leaders, and stakeholders to foster ownership and participation in development programs. · Conduct training sessions and workshops to enhance the capacity of community groups, local partners, and stakeholders on Child Protection, GEDSI, and Livelihood Programs. · Support the formation and strengthening of community-based structures, such as Child Protection and Advocacy (CP&A) Groups and Savings Groups. · Promote community-led initiatives that address child protection, gender equality, and economic empowerment. **Partnership and Collaboration** · Identify and establish partnerships with local government agencies, NGOs, and community-based organizations to enhance program impact for the implementation of HH clustering and CIS initiatives · Collaborate with partners to leverage resources, share expertise, and scale up successful interventions. · Represent the organization in meetings, workshops, and forums related to child protection, GEDSI, and livelihood programs. . Ensure effective coordination and communication with partners to achieve program objectives. **Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting** · Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track program progress and impact. · Collect and analyze data to measure the effectiveness of interventions and identify areas for improvement. · Prepare timely and accurate reports for internal and external stakeholders, including donors and government agencies. . Document best practices, success stories, and lessons learned to inform future programming. **Advocacy and Awareness** · Advocate for policy changes and resource allocation to support child protection, gender equality, and livelihood programs. · Conduct awareness campaigns to promote community understanding of child rights, gender equality, and economic inclusion. . Engage with media and other communication channels to amplify program impact and raise awareness of key issues. **KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE** Required Professional Experience - Minimum of 5 years of experience in community development, child protection, or livelihood programs. - Proven experience in implementing GEDSI-responsive programs and promoting gender equality and social inclusion. - Strong understanding of World Vision program intervention (for eg, Saving for Transformation (S4T), Empower World View, and Growth Monitoring Programs. **Learning Roots, UNLOCK Literacy and Nurturing Care groups, sponsorship requirements, and emergency response programs** - Exce
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