CRWRC
is recruiting a Regional Project Manager to assist and support in the design,
implementation, monitoring and reporting of disaster response interventions in
East and Southern Africa.
This
is a one year renewable contract based in Nairobi, Kenya, with frequent travels
to the various countries in the region.
The
incumbent will ensure that resources are used in an effective and efficient
manner to positively impact communities impacted by humanitarian
emergencies.
In
addition, the Regional Project Manager will build the capacity of partners and
CRWRC staff through mentoring, coaching and training in areas of identified
need (e.g. needs assessments, reporting formats, etc).
Position Title: Regional Project Manager
Department: Disaster Response Team
- International Disaster Response
Location:
Nairobi,
Kenya
Region
Covered:
East Africa and Southern Africa
Reports
to:
Disaster Response and Preparedness Manager, East and Southern Africa
Status: 100% FTE
Salary
Level:
tbd
Summary
The
Regional Project Manager will assist and support in the design, implementation,
monitoring and reporting of disaster response interventions in East and
Southern Africa.
Working
in close cooperation with the Disaster Response and Preparedness Manager, East and
Southern Africa and with local partners and CRWRC country offices, the
incumbent will ensure that resources are used in an effective and efficient
manner to positively impact communities impacted by humanitarian
emergencies.
In
addition, the Regional Project Manager will build the capacity of partners and
CRWRC staff through mentoring, coaching and training in areas of identified
need (e.g. needs assessments, reporting formats, etc).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Program design and Implementation:
- Design,
with the input of the implementing partner, appropriate and timely
disaster response and rehabilitation projects and programmes, designing
proposals which meet program criteria as specified by, but not limited to,
the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), Canadian Foodgrains
Bank (CFGB), Action by Churches Together (ACT) and in compliance with
other minimum international disaster response standards to which CRWRC
subscribes (ICRC, Sphere etc.).
- Manage
logistical and administrative processes of projects, ensuring that goods
are received, including handling any complications that may occur.
- Ensure
effective communication between all stakeholders in disaster response
projects at both the national and international level.
- Manage
a process that ensures timely and appropriate transfer of funds for
programming, including the local purchases of resources or transport.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- Ensure
that all donor reporting requirements on program impact are met, and
assist implementing agencies in setting up reporting and tracking systems
to provide information in an efficient and timely manner.
- Ensure
that project monitoring and complete reporting takes place between all
stakeholders.
- Maintain
records and data associated with all projects and prepare statistical
reports for internal use and donor reporting.
- Work
with partners to design and review evaluation instruments e.g.
questionnaires, interview guides, surveys, observational checklists, etc.
Capacity Building and Training
- Research
and develop tools, materials, templates and guidelines for enhancing
disaster management within the region.
- Assist
in the implementation of annual disaster management training plans for the
East Africa and Southern Africa Ministry Teams and their partners.
These trainings will cover the integration of disaster risk reduction
within development strategies, disaster preparedness, need assessments,
project design, implementation and evaluation.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position will be responsible for supervising project managers and other
relevant project staff, as appropriate, for the effective implementation and
management of disaster response and rehabilitation projects in the region.
Qualifications
To perform this position successfully, the individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily.
The
requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability
required:
Personal Attributes:
- A
Christian with a compassionate heart for the poor and suffering
- Strong
and flexible team player with a collaborative approach to work and with
demonstrated ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities
- Disciplined,
self-motivated work style; able to function competently and productively
with little supervision
- Ability
to motivate, delegate, supervise and monitor staff and volunteers in
multiple countries and contexts; including monitoring of workloads and
work environments and taking action where needed
- Professional,
co-operative demeanour
- Strong
analytical thinker
- Excellent
organizational and communication skills with excellent attention to detail
Essential
skills:
- Excellent
written communications skills with proven experience in writing reports
for a variety of donors; technical grant writing experience is essential
- Demonstrated
ability to design and implement appropriate disaster response programs
- Experience
leading evaluations, data collection and analysis in integrated/multifaceted
projects
- Demonstrated
knowledge of Project Management and Results Based Management methodologies
- Knowledge
and proven experience adhering to humanitarian standards, SPHERE, HAP,
People in Aid, etc.
- Experience
in capacity building of staff and/or partner agencies in all aspects of
disaster response
- Demonstrated
competency in various computer applications, especially MS Word, Excel,
Access
- Oral
competency in Swahili, French or Portuguese will be considered an asset
Education
and/or Experience
To perform this position successfully, the individual should have the following
education and experience:
- A
Master’s of arts or science, with a specialty in either international
disaster management, project management, business management, or
agriculture preferred
- At
least 5 years of work experience in project management or monitoring and
evaluation
Physical
Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job.
Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential function.
- This
position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya but will travel approximately 50%
of the time in, but not limited to, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique
and Zambia.
- It
involves travel conditions with unreliable access to water and electricity
and increased exposure to illness.
- The
physical conditions in disaster areas are challenging and contact with
disaster survivors is mentally challenging.
Interested
candidates are requested to submit their application letter enclosing a
detailed current CV, current and expected remuneration package and at least 3
referees to crwrckenya@crwrc.net not later than COB 17th August 2012.
Only
shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
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