The Project Manager will be responsible for overall activities minimum services package project. He/she will be responsible for providing technical leadership, budget management, and the day-to-day management of the projects, including recruitment and reporting.
The project manager will be responsible for liaison and coordination with the appropriate government authorities, donor and other agencies of interest. The project manager will be supervised by the executive manger and will work closely with the operational team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Management
Manage the overall delivery of the activities minimum services package interventions in the targeted areas.
Provide leadership in planning, project start-up, project implementation, and development of quality control systems.
Develop project implementation plans, recruitment plans, procurement plan, reporting mechanisms and training plan using the project-monitoring tool.
In coordination with field teams, determine the operational needs of the activities C4D interventions.
In coordination with project field team determine the training needs of staff and organize remotely
Exercise overall responsibility for financial management of the project, track budget and ensure that all activities and expenditure are conducted within budget allocations and manages program activities according to the scope of the grant and budget.
In coordination with security staff and advisors, ensure day-to-day compliance with the security plan and procedures, and lead on the monitoring and assessment of risks to staff, partners and other stakeholders and travel to the field when the security situation allows.
Works with the M&E Manager to implement monitoring and evaluation plans for the project, and facilitate monitoring and review of the project with staff and consortium partners to assess outcomes and capture lessons learned.
Works with the M&E Manager to implement and maintain prescribed reporting systems to monitor and evaluate the objectives, indicators and outcomes and ensure accurate and timely data collection at the field level.
Assist in the compilation of data for weekly, bi-weekly reports and quarterly reports with the M&E Officer and technical unit.
Contribute to production of proposals for new projects.
Work with field teams and logistics to procure program supplies within program budgets.
Liaise closely with local authorities, donor and partner agencies to ensure program compliance with donor policies and regulations and complementary with other agencies' efforts.
Maintain flexibility to take on added responsibility as and when needed
Provide technical guidance on the overall strategy for program design and management
Ensure that all program activities and trainings are both in line with global standards and ministry and local government requirements.
Work closely with M&E to ensure activities are contributing towards program targets
Attend cluster/coordination meetings relevant to the project.
Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and standpoint with regard to internal and external actors.
Conducts staff evaluations, advocates, and plans for professional development for all subordinate staff.
Position Requirements:
BA degree (Master preferred) of medical background with qualification in Public Health, and/or in a relevant field of study
At least 3 to 5 years of experience working as health project manager.
Familiarity with International humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors and other NGOs.
Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.
Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively.
Creative and able to work with limited resources.
Team player and strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Proficient in computer applications, especially with MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint a plus.
Strong English language speaking and writing abilities.
Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts and government.
Ability to interpret data, have a strong emphasis on program monitoring, and conduct results-based programming