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Sudan : Project Development Officer – Port-Sudan

Key information

Organization
Acted Vacancies
Location
Sudan
Opportunity type
job
Salary
Salary between 1800 and 2000€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300
Education
Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations, Development or Political Science
Experience
1-2 years previous work experience in a relevant position
Published
October 4, 2026

Quick summary

Acted Who we are Acted works with 19 million people across 43 countries at the intersection of humanitarian, development, climate and environmental programming. We draw on deep contextual knowledge and embrace emerging technologies to save lives, alleviate suffering, and protect and restore our planet. Working in collaboration with a growing ecosystem of local, national and international partners, we pursue one shared objective: a 3Zero World – Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon and Zero Poverty. Who we are looking for

Requirements: Expected skills and qualificationsMaster Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations, Development or Political Science;1-2 years previous work experience in a relevant position;Previous related work experience, with knowledge of project design, proposal writing and grants management;Knowledge of the humanitarian aid system and ability to understand the donors systems;Strong oral and written communication skills, analytical skills;Strong coordination and interpersonal skills;Ability to work in a multicultural and fast-paced environment;Ability to work well under pressure;Good team spirit and ability to work with diverse profiles.

Benefits: Conditions Salary between 1800 and 2000€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300 Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)

How to apply: Join us Please send your application (CV and letter of motivation) by email ([email protected]) or below, including the reference: PDO/SDN Please note that Acted will never charge a fee for the recruitment process.

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Overview

Acted

Who we are

Acted works with 19 million people across 43 countries at the intersection of humanitarian, development, climate and environmental programming. We draw on deep contextual knowledge and embrace emerging technologies to save lives, alleviate suffering, and protect and restore our planet. Working in collaboration with a growing ecosystem of local, national and international partners, we pursue one shared objective: a 3Zero World – Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon and Zero Poverty.

Who we are looking for

You bring the core competencies required for classical humanitarian and development work, alongside an active climate and environmental conscience, and you can navigate the challenges that arise when human and environmental suffering intersect. You have an entrepreneurial mindset: you see opportunities, connect dots, adapt your approach to different environments, and take measured risks in pursuit of results. You balance principles with pragmatism, and ambition with humility.

Acted Sudan

In response to the emergency situation in Sudan, Acted recruits.

You will be in charge of

The Project Development Officer (PDO) contributes to the development of project proposals in line with Acted’s global and in-country programme strategy, and ensures proper grant management, incl. timely reporting of project achievements to donors. The PDO facilitates internal communication and coordination with relevant departments, and contributes to Acted external communication strategy.

Main duties

  • Fundraising

Context Analysis

External relations

Fundraising and proposal development

  • Grant Management

Contract follow-up

Reporting

Partner Follow-up

  • Management and Internal Coordination

Staff Management (if any)

Internal Coordination and Communication

Filing

  • External Communication

Expected skills and qualifications

Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations, Development or Political Science; 1-2 years previous work experience in a relevant position; Previous related work experience, with knowledge of project design, proposal writing and grants management; Knowledge of the humanitarian aid system and ability to understand the donors systems; Strong oral and written communication skills, analytical skills; Strong coordination and interpersonal skills; Ability to work in a multicultural and fast-paced environment; Ability to work well under pressure; Good team spirit and ability to work with diverse profiles.

Terms of reference

For more information about the position, click here (https://www.acted.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/pdo-sdn-2026.pdf).

Conditions

Salary between 1800 and 2000€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300

Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse

Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)

Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered

Contribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contract

R&R every 3 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200

Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per year

One week pre-departure training in Acted HQ, including a 4-days in situ security training

Tax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)

Psychological assistance

This position is classified as an international staff position under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.

Join us

Please send your application (CV and letter of motivation) by email ([email protected]) or below, including the reference: PDO/SDN

Please note that Acted will never charge a fee for the recruitment process.

Requirements

Expected skills and qualificationsMaster Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations, Development or Political Science;1-2 years previous work experience in a relevant position;Previous related work experience, with knowledge of project design, proposal writing and grants management;Knowledge of the humanitarian aid system and ability to understand the donors systems;Strong oral and written communication skills, analytical skills;Strong coordination and interpersonal skills;Ability to work in a multicultural and fast-paced environment;Ability to work well under pressure;Good team spirit and ability to work with diverse profiles.

Responsibilities

You will be in charge of

The Project Development Officer (PDO) contributes to the development of project proposals in line with Acted’s global and in-country programme strategy, and ensures proper grant management, incl. timely reporting of project achievements to donors. The PDO facilitates internal communication and coordination with relevant departments, and contributes to Acted external communication strategy.

Main duties

  • Fundraising

Context Analysis

External relations

Fundraising and proposal development

  • Grant Management

Contract follow-up

Reporting

Partner Follow-up

  • Management and Internal Coordination

Staff Management (if any)

Internal Coordination and Communication

Filing

  • External Communication

Eligibility

This position is classified as an international staff position under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.

Benefits

Conditions

Salary between 1800 and 2000€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300

Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse

Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)

Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered

Contribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contract

R&R every 3 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200

Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per year

One week pre-departure training in Acted HQ, including a 4-days in situ security training

Tax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)

Psychological assistance

This position is classified as an international staff position under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.

How to apply

Join us

Please send your application (CV and letter of motivation) by email ([email protected]) or below, including the reference: PDO/SDN

Please note that Acted will never charge a fee for the recruitment process.

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