Church World Service Relief, Development and Protection Program Manager Jobs in Tanzania
Introduction:
Church World Service (CWS) is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization transforming communities around the globe through just and sustainable solutions to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. CWS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability or veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.
Primary Purpose:
The Program Manager will work directly with the Country Representative to develop a country program plan, identify programmatic and fundraising efforts, organize fundraising opportunities, develop proposals and concept notes to expand Relief Development and Protection (RDP) programming in Tanzania.
This position will be responsible for day-to-day oversight of all CWS development and humanitarian assistance program activities and staff in coordination with Country Representative, the regional office, and other relevant agencies. The program manager will provide guidance and oversight to project manager(s) and serve as primary point of contact for programmatic activities and expansion of this portfolio.
Supervision
The program manager will lead in providing strategic Leadership and day to day management of program field staff. They will be responsible for monitoring and performance management of said staff.
They will set annual performance goals and monitor the staff progress towards achieving these goals on a regular basis. The program manager will travel regularly to the field to monitor staff and assess project performance against set objectives.
Essential Duties:
Develops, coordinates, and manages stakeholder engagement to ensure quality implementation and expansion of CWS’ development and humanitarian assistance programs in Tanzania.
In coordination with Business Development team, responsible for grant writing, proposal development and organizing fundraising opportunities.
The program manager will enhance coordination with key donors and other relevant agencies and partners within the program sector in coordination with the Country Representative the Program Manager will lead in the area of resource mobilization.
In coordination with the Country Representative, the program Manager will represent CWS with government, intergovernmental, civil society and faith-based partners, stakeholders and forums and cultivates new relationships relevant to CWS programs and strategies.
Leads, guides, and supervises the project Managers on planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the projects to ensure the effective and efficient execution of project deliverables.
Identifies challenges to achieving program targets and, in conjunction with Country Representative and other operational partners, identifies and implements timely responses.
Ensures staff reports are professional when representing CWS to beneficiaries, partners, funders, colleagues, and the community.
Leads regular meetings with project teams to discuss progress, and to identify and manage risks.
Oversees the daily workflow related to projects and their development follow through to ensure projects are implemented, the changes are communicated, and project closure is done with a report sent to the stakeholders upon project closure.
Measures project performance using appropriate tools and techniques specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
Meets budgetary objectives and makes adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis.
Performs risk analysis to minimize project risks.
Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation
Ensures smooth cross-departmental collaboration using project management tools that are effective and enhance efficiency
Provide the leadership and support to the program staff while managing collaboration with other programs and departments of CWS.
Provide monthly updates to Country Representative to ensure program coordination.
Submit Monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required.
In Coordination with Country Representative, provide implementation guidance and input for Country and Regional Strategy Plans and updates.
In coordination with monitoring and evaluation personnel, design and use monitoring and evaluation tools; conduct field monitoring and data collection visits; analyze data collected; and identify project results and lessons learned.
In coordination with Country Representative, conduct staff training and mentorship sessions.
In coordination with Country Representative, provide oversight for grants compliance in relation to donor’s regulations.
Other duties as assigned by the Tanzania Country Representative and by the RDP director.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Eight (8) years of relevant paid work experience is required; with five (5) years preferably in an international organization.
Two (2) years direct supervisory experience is required.
Prior experience working in a NGO, CBO, UNHCR or community services office is required.
Excellent results-driven project management skills.
Resilient self-starter who takes ownership of projects while working collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience working across diverse geographies and cultures (advantageous)
Prior experience as grants officer/ proposal developer
Prior experience with fundraising.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Skills:
Good oral communication skills in English and Kiswahili
Fluency in written English and Kiswahili Languages
Education & Certifications:
A bachelor’s degree in international development, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a relevant Degree/Qualifications. – Master’s degree is preferred.
Abilities:
Work and make decisions independently and contribute to overall operations at management levels
Exercise good judgment and seek guidance as appropriate when confronted with unanticipated problems in the field.
Maintain a high-performance standard with attention to detail, completing tasks within set timeframes.
Exercise good judgement and seek guidance as appropriate when confronted with unanticipated problems.
Deal effectively and courteously with many associates, outside agencies, refugees and members of the general public.
Manage large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities.
Maintain the integrity of official records.
Analyze and solve complex problems and make sound decisions.
Work with minimal supervision.
Maintain a high-performance standard with attention to detail.
Important Requirements:
Strong English communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Church World Service Relief, Development and Protection Program Manager Jobs in Tanzania
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