Liyana Universal Community Service (LUCS) is a federally registered, board-led, non-profit organization established in September 2025 in accordance with the Civil Society Organizations Proclamation of Ethiopia. LUCS is dedicated to serving the public interest through inclusive, ethical, and evidence-based community interventions. With a mission is to build stronger, healthier communities through integrated health and education initiatives, and its vision is a future where all communities are resilient, empowered, and thriving.
LUCS operates across several regions of Ethiopia, including Sidama, Oromia, Addis Ababa, Southern Ethiopia, and Central Ethiopia, with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention, strengthening local health systems, and supporting local school systems. Its work includes promoting healthy lifestyles, preventing non-communicable diseases, injury, and mental health challenges; improving maternal, child, and adolescent health building the capacity of primary healthcare facilities; and advancing school-based health, education, and youth empowerment programs. Through these efforts, LUCS contributes to sustainable community development and improved quality of life.
Liyana Universal Community Service (LUCS) would like to recruit potential candidates for the job position of Project Officer.

Employment type: – Permanent – Fulltime

Required person: – 1 (One)

Salary & Benefits: – Based on the organization scale

Location:- Head Office – Addis Ababa, with frequent field travel.

Therefore, qualified applicants who can perform the following responsibilities and meet the requirements are invited to apply for the job.

Job Summary

The Project Officer Is responsible for the effective, on-the-ground implementation and day-to-day coordination of Liyana Universal Community Service projects, working under the direct supervision of the Project Manager. This role ensures project activities are executed efficiently, adhere to work plans and budgets, and are aligned with LUCS’s mission and donor requirements. The Officer acts as the primary link between the Head Office, field teams, and the beneficiary communities.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Project Implementation and Management
• Activity Execution: Manage the daily implementation of project activities as detailed in the work plan, ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.
• Coordination: Coordinate closely with field staff, community facilitators, and relevant technical experts to ensure smooth and integrated delivery of multi-sector activities (e.g., health, education).
• Procurement Support: Initiate and follow up on procurement requests for project materials and services, working closely with the Administration /Logistics team to ensure timely delivery to the field.
• Problem Solving: Identify operational challenges and constraints in the field and propose practical solutions to the Project Manager to maintain project momentum.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
• Field Monitoring: Conduct regular, structured field visits to monitor project progress,
Verify reported achievements, and ensure activities are being carried out according to the approved plan.
• Data Collection: Oversee and support the collection of accurate project data, ensuring
That all monitoring tools (e.g., questionnaires, databases) are used correctly by field staff.
• Progress Reporting: Prepare timely, detailed, and analytical contributions to monthly, quarterly, and annual project reports for submission to the Project Manager.
• Documentation: Ensure all project activities are properly documented with photographic evidence, beneficiary lists, meeting minutes, and distribution records.
Financial and Budget Monitoring
• Budget Tracking: Monitor project expenditure at the activity level in collaboration with the Finance Officer, ensuring spending remains within the allocated budget lines.
• Cash Flow: Manage field-level operational cash advances and ensure timely liquidation and proper accounting for all project funds disbursed in the field.

Stake holder Engagement
• Community Liaison: Maintain strong, positive relationships with local government
Representatives, community leaders, and beneficiaries, ensuring their active participation and feedback throughout the project cycle.
• Partnership Support: Represent LUCS at relevant local coordination meetings and workshops as directed by the Project Manager.

Required Qualifications and Skills Education

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Sociology, Social work, Economics, Health Management or a related field. Experience
• Minimum of 4 years of proven experience in implementing and monitoring community- based development projects, preferably within the NGO/CSO sector.
• Direct experience working in integrated service delivery models ishighly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in developing work plans and writing high-quality project progress reports.

Competencies and Skills

• Organizational Skills: Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills with a strong ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Field work Capability: Willingness and ability to travel frequently and work effectively in challenging field environments.
• Data Management: Proficiency in data collection, basic analysis, and report writing.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication abilities (written and verbal) in English and local working languages. Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).