Program Officer

Information Common information Branch of Good Neighbors International (GNI) in the Kyrgyz Republic / филиал «Гуд Нейборс Интернешнл в Кыргызской Республике» Branch of Good Neighbors International (GNI) works in Kyrgyzstan starting from 2014 in four different regions: Chuy region, Sokuluk district, Nijne-Chuisk local government; Osh region, Osh city, MTU Zhapalak; Jalal-Abad region, Toktogul district, Bel-Aldy local government; Issyk Kul region, Ton district, B.Mambetov local government Good Neighbors International in the Kyrgyz Republic is announcing the position of "Program officer".  Qualification requirements Necessary Knowledge Community Development: Strong understanding of social and community development principles. Project Management: Familiarity with project planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting processes. Documentation: Skills in report writing and presentation. Communication: Strong interpersonal and coordination skills with multiple stakeholders. Computer Literacy: Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides). Languages: English, Kyrgyz, and Russian. Necessary educational background (related major) Bachelor's or master's degree in community development, social work, international development, or a related field. Required work experience Minimum: 2 years of relevant work experience in NGO community development, social work, or a related field. Experience: Experience working in rural areas and with marginalized communities. Required certificate Driver's License: [B] [BC] will be positively considered. Other Certificates: Additional certificates will be positively considered. Extra required capacity Commitment to community empowerment and social inclusion. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Cultural sensitivity and adaptability to different environments. Willingness to travel to project areas within Kyrgyzstan. Duties Project Implementation Support the implementation of project activities in target communities to ensure timely, effective, and quality delivery of outcomes. Community Engagement Work closely with community leaders, local authorities, and beneficiaries to promote participation and ownership of project activities. Monitoring and Evaluation Collect data, monitor project progress, and prepare regular reports for the management and donor organizations. Documentation and Reporting Ensure proper documentation of project activities, including progress reports, meeting minutes, photos, and case studies. Capacity Building and Training Assist in organizing and facilitating community and partner training sessions aimed at strengthening local capacity. Partnership and Networking Build strong relationships with local governments, NGOs, and other stakeholders to support joint initiatives. Financial and Administrative Support Assist in preparing activity budgets, monitoring expenditures, and maintaining financial transparency in accordance with GN policy. Conditions Only Good Neighbors International application form (Please, fill up the application form attached below the vacancy announcement) shall be considered for the short-list, additional CVs and recommendation letters are welcomed. • Interested applicants must submit their applications in English by e-mail with the subject line “Program Officer" to: gnkgz@goodneighbors.kg The closing date for applications is October 18, 2026. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by email or phone – please specify your preferred method of contact in your e-mail.