INTERSOS Multisector Programme Manager Jobs in Nigeria
General context of the project
With over a decade of conflict, there have been devastating humanitarian consequences across North-East (Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) states) and the North-West Nigeria. According to the Humanitarian Needs Overview 2023, an estimated 8.3 million women, men, and children need some form of humanitarian and protection assistance.
Over 2 million people have been forced to flee their homes due to persistent violence and remain internally displaced. Food insecurity and malnutrition are exacerbated by inflation, poverty, and restricted access due to insecurity, which impedes livelihood opportunities.
Gender-based violence (GBV) has been a significant protection concern faced by IDP women and girls in the area. Numerous basic infrastructure like hospitals, clinics, water supplies are damaged, posing constraints on essential service provision. Epidemics like cholera arising from flooding and overcrowded setting put extra stress to the already vulnerable communities.
In support to the coordinated humanitarian response in the region, INTERSOS has been implementing integrated projects addressing critical gaps in protection, health and nutrition, WASH, food security & livelihoods, and Camp Coordination and Camp Management for the vulnerable population in 4 States in Nigeria (Borno, Adamawa, Yobe and Zamfara), with funding support from BHA, ECHO, WFP, UNHCR, UNDP, etc.
General purpose of the position
To provide full managerial and technical leadership and responsibility for the operational planning, implementation, monitoring, accountability and reporting — including procurement, staff recruitment, and financial supervision of expenditures against target activities.
S/he will support training and will supervise all the activities in the field locations.
S/he is responsible of regular donor reporting and attends technical coordination meetings, the incumbent work under overall supervision of the Head of Programmes, and very close liaison with the Medical Coordinator, Protection Coordinator and sector leads for technical support.
S/he will need to co-ordinate effectively with logistics, human resources, finance, security, and the MEAL departments to ensure that field operations are implemented with least possible interruptions.
Main responsibilities and tasks
The PM manages, coordinates and supervises the projects staff for the operational planning of activities and services, ensuring timely and quality implementation and monitoring in compliance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures, International Principles, and Guidelines as well as INTERSOS Fundamental Charter and Code of Ethics.
Project Management
Planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating the implementation of the multisectoral projects, ensuring timely and quality delivery of services as per approved proposals, work plans, and budgets.
Ensure, in line with INTERSOS internal rules and regulations, donor regulations, and international humanitarian standards (such as SPHERE) the management of the projects
Conduct regular field visits to assess program quality and progress toward objectives, facilitate collective problem solving with staff and other stakeholders to address challenges
Monitoring financial supervision of expenditures an appropriate budget management
Coordinating with the finance and logistic department to procure material necessary for the implementation of the activities in a timely manner to ensure adequate supply at the intervention sites
Plan and distribute tasks and workload among the teams, guiding their understanding of the issues linked to the Project and the Mission through regular working meetings and feedback, in order to ensure an efficient deployment of the resources and the achievement of the expected goals
Inform the field team on the instructions given by the capital promoting fluent, smooth written and oral communication and information flow, and ensure confidentiality and full compliance with security rules and medical ethics
Supervise the projects material resources put at INTERSOS ’s disposition in order to ensure correct use and longevity
Supervise all orders (medical and logistical) and the Project’s purchases as well as the financial indicators, with the support of the capital referents, in order to ensure efficiency, adequate supply at the intervention sites, and early detect deviations and their causes.
Ensure appropriate budget management
Monitor the risks and threats around the project(s), documenting the situation and analyzing the consequences of political decisions or negotiations in the course
Proactively participate in relevant technical coordination meetings and working groups.
Support the mission in designing high-quality projects that integrate WaSH, health, nutrition, and protection.
Staff Supervision
Provide technical supervision and guidance to the medical team, both for the Mobile Team and the staff in the static facilities.
Be responsible for the proper application of HR policies and associated processes (recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, evaluation, potential, detection, staff’s development, and internal communication) in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required for the activities he/she is accountable for
Identify training needs, provide individual follow-up and coaching, carry out the end-of-mission evaluation of the team members and lead internal communication initiatives in order to facilitate people’s integration and professional development and to maximize their capabilities and commitment to the project’s goals.
Ensure that internal performance reviews (IPRs) are completed for all projects staff and filed with the HR as per INTERSOS policies.
Reporting
Developing regular reports, including donor reporting and the monthly Project Appraisal Tool (PAT) and sitreps are completed in time, and supported with accurate data
Ensuring accurate data collection and reporting are submitted in a timely manner for all activities within the project
Elaborate the Project’s institutional memory, keeping written records (and file them) on its development
Required profile and experience
Education
University degree or equivalent level in social science, development, public health, or similar disciplines.
Desirable degree/Master’s in project management.
Professional Experience
At least 5 years of significant international experience in similar positions in the humanitarian INGO sector.
Experience in CCCM, Protection, WASH, Health an advantage
Extensive working experiences in Project Cycle Management.
Solid knowledge of budgeting and multi-donor grants
Demonstrated knowledge of financial monitoring and reporting tools
Experience working in security hostile environments.
Proficient knowledge of Sphere and other international guidelines and standards in humanitarian emergencies.
Experience in working with IDPs or refugees.
Professional Requirements
At least 5 years of significant international experience in similar positions in the humanitarian INGO sector.
Experience in CCCM, Protection, WASH and Health an advantage
Extensive working experiences in Project Cycle Management.
Solid knowledge of budgeting and multi-donor grants
Demonstrated knowledge of financial monitoring and reporting tools
Experience working in security hostile environments.
Proficient knowledge of Sphere and other international guidelines and standards in humanitarian emergencies.
Experience in working with IDPs or refugees.
Languages
Proficiency in English (conversation, reading and writing) required
Personal requirements
Excellent team-working and team-building skills, as well as the ability to work under high pressure and with flexibility
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work and integrate into a multicultural team
Problem solver, dynamic, mature
Confidently able to deal with authorities and donors
Pro-active approach to work
Able to work independently as well as being a strong team player
Flexibility, and capacity of managing stress, good diplomatic skills
Available to share accommodation blocks when required
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; INTERSOS Multisector Programme Manager Jobs in Nigeria
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