Project Officer, Integrated Project Implementation Unit (IPIU)

About the role

CARICOM IMPACS, the Implementation Agency for Crime and Security established by the Heads of Government, is recruiting a Project Officer for its Integrated Project Implementation Unit (IPIU) at its headquarters in Trinidad and Tobago. The unit supports the 'Turning on the Lights' project, funded by the US Department of State, which aims to strengthen fisheries governance, maritime domain awareness and cooperation against fisheries crime. The post reports to the Project Manager, IPIU, and is open to all CARICOM nationals.

Key responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the project, keeping activities aligned with approved workplans, budgets, timelines and performance standards.
• Help prepare proposals, workplans, budgets, schedules and other project documentation, and contribute technical inputs to project design.
• Coordinate project activities with CARICOM Member States and monitor schedules, milestones and deliverables, recommending corrective measures to the Project Manager.
• Assist in budget monitoring, expenditure reports and procurement coordination, including tender documents and the monitoring of consultants and service providers.
• Build relationships with internal departments, CARICOM Member States, regional institutions, donors and maritime authorities, and act as a liaison between them.
• Prepare progress reports, donor reports, meeting minutes and briefing documents, and organise meetings, workshops and training sessions.

Required profile

• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, International Relations, Development Studies or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years of professional experience in project management or programme coordination, including experience with regional or international organisations, public-sector institutions or donor-funded projects.
• Experience supporting project planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting, and coordinating meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagements.
• Knowledge of UNCLOS and maritime security frameworks is an asset.

Required skills

• Project management qualification such as PMP, CPM or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Analytical, problem-solving and communication skills; ability to write and present reports.
• Ability to travel within the region, multi-task in a fast-paced environment and maintain confidentiality.

Applications, including nationality, work experience, education, a summary of professional skills and three professional references, must be submitted to CARICOM IMPACS by 30 November 2026; online applications are strongly encouraged.