Solidaridad East & Central Africa Project Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
Position Overview
The Project Manager reports to the Country Manager or the Head of Programmes. The Project Manager coordinates people, and processes to ensure that the assigned project is delivered on time, and produces the desired results within the scope and allocated resource envelope. S/he will also be expected to work closely with the national and regional programming team, as well as the regional innovation team.
The main objective of the function
The Project Manager works directly on a specific project by offering project management and direction for the realization/achievement of project objectives and results. In addition to the specific project; the Project Manager gives strategic guidance for new and existing projects/programmes plans and directs project activities in line with available resources, organizational objectives, and donor requirements for other projects in Solidaridad Ethiopia.
Responsible for overall operational leadership, management and compliance with the African Bamboo project and will offer support to the other existing agricultural and industry (leather and textile) projects.
Provides overall support and coordination for all Solidaridad Ethiopia Projects including but not limited to leading the concept proposals developments, planning, design development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the country project.
Ensuring that the quality of projects’ implementation, donor reporting, and field-level management of projects are at the highest standards and meet the needs of all stakeholders.
Supports the Country Manager’s pursuit of high-level operational, strategic and business development, networking, partnership development, and management.
The Project Manager shall direct the process of developing and growing Solidaridad’s country portfolio with close support and direction from the Country Manager,
Organizational position
The Project Manager reports to the Head of Programmes at the regional level and the Country Manager at the country level. The Project Manager works closely with the innovation advisers, Project Managers, Project Officers, Project Associates and the Quality Function team.
Roles and Responsibilities
Organizing programmes/projects activities per the mission and Goals of the organization.
Developing new programmes/projects to support the strategic direction of the organization.
Provide continued support for project teams, field resources, and budgets and ensure these are used in compliance with the approved plans, Guidelines and ECA strategies for the country.
Support all project teams to develop annual budgets and work plans consistent with project documents and donor contracts.
Support teams in undertaking the necessary reviewing and updating of the work plans and budgets to respond to emerging field implementation challenges and project review processes.
Support for the review of the Solidaridad Ethiopia Country project progresses monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Support the PMEL team in the execution of their mandate.
Organize project Monitoring, review, and other workshops for successful engagement of stakeholders and incorporate feedback for further project improvements.
Undertake monthly, quarterly etc. budget monitoring and variance analysis with all Project Managers and support the projects in reviewing and tracking spending to adhere to various plans and donor agreements.
Support Project Managers/project leads to plan and undertakes corrective management actions arising out of project operations, review meetings and budget monitoring reports.
In consultation with the Country Manager lead on the development, implementation, and update of the Solidaridad Ethiopia BD-related issues.
Lead the resource mobilization with existing and new International Financial Institutions, multi-partner funds, private sector, etc.
Lead on the design and implementation of effective advocacy strategies and methods for strategic targeting of existing and prospective donor partners, in collaboration will Participate and engage in networking to establish connections, leading to the development, mobilization, prioritization, and management of partnerships to mobilize resources
In consultation with the Regional Business Development Manager Lead in program design and proposal development at the Country Level
Prepare and Review regular monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual reports from the project manager, project officers, and other relevant staff and support the team to comply with requirements of quality reporting and timeliness.
Periodically Review donor reports from the project team to ensure they comply with requirements in terms of quality and timelines
Compile monthly, quarterly, etc. Country project/Program Reports to provide oversight of the Country project implementation for donors, government, and other relevant stakeholders in timely and quality manner
Compile the Solidaridad Ethiopia Annual Report for the government (BoFEC, ACSO, etc.), donors, stakeholders and consortium members.
In collaboration with the communication team Support country projects in developing and documenting lessons learnt, experiences and dissemination of the same to inform future project development.
Capacitating and taking a lead role in conducting case studies, and development of significant change stories and assessments for internal and external communications and visibility purposes
Other additional individual and team level assignments from the country and the region.
Key Qualifications
Relevant academic education, Master or higher in Rural Development, Project Planning and Management, Development Studies, Project Management, Strategic Management, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Climate change and Environment, or any other relevant qualifications
12-year years of relevant experience in Program management, business development, and different community development work with a minimum of 5 years of supervisory/managerial experience.
Thorough understanding of programming processes, systems, and principles, and the ability to provide leadership and support to staff working at head office and community-level.
Proven capacity in project management cycle, business development, and value chain.
Understanding of market systems development in the Leather, Agriculture sector (Dairy, Vegetable, fruits, Coffee and other cereals) cotton and, textile and cottons, green jobs and other commodities value chains, etc.
Demonstrated knowledge on resource management, strategic planning processes, BD, and fundraising
Capable of working in a dynamic, inter-cultural and multi-stakeholder setting.
Able to travel extensively within Eastern and Central Africa and occasional international travel.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce professional reports in English language.
Experience setting up new projects and programmes
Knowledge of strategic, human resource, financial, and quality management.
Specific job requirements
Leadership skills in motivating teams, resolving conflicts, and decision-making.
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
Time management and prioritization.
Skilled in developing, and tracking budgets and ensuring prudent use of project resources.
Analytical skills in problem-solving, data analysis, and decision-making.
Proficient in project management.
Ability to coordinate, inspire, and motivate a great team.
Action-oriented strategic thinker.
Effective communicator with strong relationship-building skills and abilities.
Capacity to understand and embrace new technology and strategic ideas.
Passion to empower teams through capacity development.
Integrity and objectivity.
How to Apply
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