Position Title: Project Manager - Protracted Crisis HoA
Job Ref.: WIA117
Location: Kenya Country Office, Nairobi
Projects: Protracted Crises Horn of Africa (HoA) Project
Countries of coverage: South Sudan, Ethiopia
Reporting to: Program Manager - Kenya OfficeJob Ref.: WIA117
Location: Kenya Country Office, Nairobi
Projects: Protracted Crises Horn of Africa (HoA) Project
Countries of coverage: South Sudan, Ethiopia
Works closely with: Project Manager – HQ, Project Officer - South Sudan, Program Coordinator - Ethiopia
Expected start date: ASAP
Type of contract: 1-year
contract with possible extension, with a probation period of 2 months
Background: The Organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and restoring wetlands for people and nature.
Background: The Organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and restoring wetlands for people and nature.
We are driven by the knowledge that
safeguarding and restoring wetlands is urgent and vital for water security,
biodiversity, climate regulation, sustainable development and human
health.
In our disaster risk reduction work,
we work from the principles that environmental degradation can lead to
disasters and aggravation of hazards, and that the sustenance and restoration
of healthy ecosystems are key to reducing disaster risk and improving
livelihood resilience.
See oorganisation website for more
information on the values, strategies and policies that guide their work.
The Protracted Crisis HoA Project is a partnership consisting of The Organisation, Red Cross Netherlands and the Red Cross/Red Crescent Climate Center.
The Protracted Crisis HoA Project is a partnership consisting of The Organisation, Red Cross Netherlands and the Red Cross/Red Crescent Climate Center.
It runs from mid-2014 to the end of
2016. The Protracted Crisis target countries are Ethiopia and South
Sudan.
The ultimate aim of the Strengthening
Community Resilience in Somali Region of Ethiopia (SCRSE) Project and South
Sudan Project is community stability and resilience through strategic
interventions for food security, water security and disaster risk
reduction.
This will involves direct field
interventions, institutional capacity building at various levels and policy and
advocacy for food security, water security and ecosystem management and
restoration for overall community stability and resilience.
Overall Purpose of Job: The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation of the Protracted Crisis HoA Project as directed by the Program Manager.
Overall Purpose of Job: The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation of the Protracted Crisis HoA Project as directed by the Program Manager.
The Project Manager will be
responsible for the planning, management and implementation of the project.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement the SCRSE and South Sudan Projects
by developing annual work plans for the project and in-country activities,
in collaboration with the in-country project staff and relevant project
partners
- Provide technical guidance and technical
backstopping to and coaching of the project staff in Ethiopia and South
Sudan
- In collaboration with the project staff,
oversee the implementation of project activities undertaken in the 2
participating countries, including ecosystem assessments, establishment of
demonstration sites, delivery of training activities, operation of
regional workshops, development of awareness materials and activities
- Manage performance of all project staff in
Ethiopia and South Sudan, regularly monitor and report on their progress
- Manage the SCRSE and South Sudan Project
Finances according to the agreed Project Budget and in accordance with the
Organisation’s Financial Management System
- Monitor and regularly report on the progress
of the project against the annual plans of implementation and agreed
milestones for the project and in each country, identify urgent issues
that need urgent attention by management; implement remedial actions as
needed to ensure compliance with plan goals, timelines and budgets
- Maintain linkages with other projects and
identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration with other
agencies, organisations and donors
- Perform other tasks that may be assigned by
the Program Manager
- Be the Organisation's ambassador
Selection Criteria
Education
Education
- Minimum of a Post graduate qualification in
Water Resources Management, Natural Resources Management, Environmental
Sciences/Management or related field Work experience
- At least 8 years of relevant project
management experience (at least 5 years’ experience in facilitation or
management of watershed and Integrated Water Resources Management projects
at national and regional level)
- Strong knowledge, qualifications and
experience in ecosystems mapping and assessments
- Demonstrated experience using GIS
Competencies
- Demonstrate project management skills
including development of work plans, project financial management,
monitoring and evaluation and effective reporting
- Good written and oral presentation skills and
ability to communicate to a variety of audiences;
- Excellent command of English
- Comprehensive computer skills, especially in
Word, Excel, Email and Internet packages
- Ability to prioritize and meet strict
deadlines
- Proven ability to work in teams in a
multi-cultural and in an international working environment
- Willingness to travel to Ethiopia and South
Sudan on a regular basis
Remuneration: Remuneration is commensurate with experience and
qualifications.
Method of Application
Applications should consist of a CV and covering letter and be emailed to eastafricaposting@gmail.com.
Method of Application
Applications should consist of a CV and covering letter and be emailed to eastafricaposting@gmail.com.
Applications will be reviewed on a
first come first served basis.
If you are not interested in this opportunity today, please refer any friend or colleague you know that might suit the required profile.
If you are not interested in this opportunity today, please refer any friend or colleague you know that might suit the required profile.
Please DO NOT apply if you do not meet the requirements of the position.
We regret that ONLY shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
Note: We do not charge any fees for receiving and reviewing applications or for interviews
This posting is a readvertisement, those who had applied before need not reapply.
Note: We do not charge any fees for receiving and reviewing applications or for interviews
This posting is a readvertisement, those who had applied before need not reapply.