Project Manager

Manage project implementation and ensure accountability for humanitarian assistance project.

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Overview

Manage project implementation and ensure accountability for humanitarian assistance project.

You have:

Bachelor's degree in any discipline is essential
Master's degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, Business Management, Community Development is preferred
Minimum of 2 years project management experience with humanitarian response
Experience in livelihood & resilience, child protection and MHPSS, WASH in emergency in conflict/humanitarian settings is preferred
Experience in supervising & working with partners is preferred
Good knowledge of International HEA Standards such as CHS
Strong interpersonal, collaborative, negotiating, networking and organizational skills
Computer literate and have high skills of information sourcing and gathering including internet
Fluent in English for report and email writing, and discussion in SO/Donor meetings
Good health and ability to travel to project area

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With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

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Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure timely implementation of the project “Humanitarian Assistance & Recovery for Earthquake-Affected Populations in Mandalay Region

Give necessary solutions to problems put up by subordinated
Facilitate the monthly, quarterly, interim and final reports
Ensure project activities are in align with DIP and financial supplements and give necessary feedback to project staff members
Give decision on project implementation as necessary
Project fund is monitored and give feedback as needed
Provide leadership to responsible project team in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of project
Build Good Relationship with Partners and provide timely support

Ensure designated field staff use project resources effectively and efficiently

Manage designated field staff to ensure that they are working according to agreed plans and taking good care of the project equipment
Review and recommend on activities and financial related advances submitted by subordinates
Facilitate on performance management of subordinates
Ensure the quality of project management and the community own the development process

Accountability & Quality Assurance

Ensure timely submission of reports to the National Office-NO on non-financial matters
Measure, document impact, and working closely with WVIM Technical teams and Program Support team
Ensure industry codes of conduct (Red Cross and Red Crescent Code of Conduct, People in Aid), Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) and performance standards (Sphere) and/or cluster/working group standards & SOP are to be applied to all our work
Ensure that the project is implemented on time and within the approved budget
Document and disseminate best practices and lessons learnt

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in any discipline is essential
Master's degree in such as Public Administration, Development Studies, Business Management, Community Development is preferred
Minimum of 2 years project management experience with humanitarian response in replacement-related and early recovery contexts
Having experience in livelihood & resilience, child protection and MHPSS, WASH in emergency in conflict/humanitarian settings is preferred.
Having experience in supervising & working the partners is preferred.
English for report and email writing, discussion in SO/Donor meeting
Experience in emergency response situation
Good health and travel to project area
Good knowledge of International HEA Standards such as CHS
Knowledge of Livelihood approach, including economic development project models
Good knowledge of Child Protection in Humanitarian Action programming specifically in case management, PSS and community-based CP mechanisms
Strong interpersonal, collaborative, negotiating, networking and organizational skills
Computer literate and have high skills of information sourcing and gathering including internet
Excellent knowledge of humanitarian Industry, local context and organizational culture

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Potential interview questions

Can you give an example of a time when you had to implement a project under tight deadlines?	This assesses your ability to manage time-sensitive projects effectively.	Describe the situation, your actions, and the outcome.
How have you managed conflicts within your project team in the past?	This tests your interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you discuss a time when you built a successful relationship with a partner or stakeholder?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What methodology do you use to monitor and evaluate project performance?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure quality assurance in your projects?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to manage project resources effectively. What was your approach?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ to engage and support field staff?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback from stakeholders about your project implementations?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.