Project Development Officer – Pemba

About the role

Acted is seeking a Project Development Officer to support its humanitarian and development programmes in Pemba, Mozambique. The role focuses on developing project proposals, managing grants and ensuring timely reporting to donors while coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct context analysis and contribute to fundraising and proposal development aligned with Acted’s strategy.
• Manage grant contracts, follow‑up on reporting requirements and ensure compliance with donor expectations.
• Coordinate with programme, finance and operations departments to facilitate internal communication and project implementation.
• Maintain relationships with partners, donors and external stakeholders.
• Support external communication activities and maintain project documentation.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Development, Political Science or a related field.
• 1‑2 years of experience in project design, proposal writing and grant management.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work in a humanitarian context.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with capacity to adapt approaches to changing environments.

Required skills

• Project design and proposal writing.
• Grant management and donor reporting.
• Context analysis and fundraising.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract (6 months) with the possibility of extension.
• Opportunity to work on impactful humanitarian projects in a dynamic NGO environment.
• Professional development within an international organization.