WeWorld-GVC Project Manager Jobs in Tanzania

WeWorld-GVC Project Manager Jobs in Tanzania

Description:

WeWorld-GVC, recently constituted from the merger of two NGOs, is an Italian secular and independent organization working since 1971 in international cooperation and humanitarian aid.

Present in 29 countries with 128 projects, WeWorld-GVC operates in the following areas of assistance: human rights (gender equality, prevention and combating violence against children and women, migration), humanitarian aid (prevention, emergency relief and rehabilitation), food security, access to water, health and hygiene, education, global citizenship education, quality teaching and international volunteering.

Working context:

WeWorld-GVC is operational in Tanzania and Kenya since 2010 and in Mozambique since 2000. It works in partnership with local organisations and in close cooperation with government authorities.

The main geographical areas of intervention are in Tanzania, Dar es Salaam and the regions of Njombe, Mtwara, Kigoma, Mbeya; in Kenya, Nairobi and the counties of Narok, Migori and Isiolo; in Mozambique, Maputo and the provinces of Cabo Delgado, Manica, Nampula and Tete.

WeWorld-GVC is committed to protect the rights of children, especially girls, to a quality and inclusive education, and it supports children, adolescents and youth by sexual abuse and exploitation, and by the consequences of natural and man-made disasters such as drought, floods, cyclones and conflicts.

Job description:

WeWorld-GVC is recruiting a Project Manager for the EU co-funded Action mentioned above, that is due to start in March 2023 and will last 36 months. The role requires to start-up and manage the Project, which involves 1 international partner, 4 local partners, 3 associated universities/research institutes and will take place in 5 areas of 3 countries (Kwale County in Kenya; Tanga and Mtwara Regions in Tanzania; Cabo Delgado and Nampula Provinces in Mozambique), and marginally in Dar es Salaam (Tanzania).

Frequent missions to the five target areas are required to assure all the below-mentioned responsibilities and for a smooth implementation and monitoring of the project. In addition, it is required to support WeWorld-GVC in expanding its the action in the region.

Main tasks and Responsibilities

Management of the Project Human resources
Selection of the new staff WeWorld-GVC needed for the Project in Tanzania and support to the selection of the new project staff in Kenya and Mozambique

Leading the Management Committee comprising (besides WeWorld team) also the Focal Points of the partners and convening the Steering Committee
Management and operational responsibility of the WeWorld-GVC Project staff

Management and facilitation of the handover in case of staff turnover

Assessment of security measures implementation by the WeWorld-GVC staff

Management of project activity implementation
Definition of the activities operational plan in line with the project design, timetable and financial resources

Coordination and supervision of the activities in the five target regions (Kwale, Tanga, Mtwara, Cabo Delgado and Nampula) and in Dar es Salaam with frequent missions in the field

Procurement of goods & services in compliance with both EU and WeWorld-GVC procedures

Logistics: supervision of field offices, vehicles and other project assets

Identification of possible budget and operational plan adjustments, and arrangement of the documentation required by the donor for approval

Management of the operational and institutional relations with project’s partners, associates and stakeholders as well as with the donor and local authorities

Overseeing the development of the Communication and Advocacy Plan to be presented to the EU and followed throughout the project

Maintaining the institutional relationship with the European Union

and with the relevant government departments in each country

Monitoring of project activities and expenditures

Definition of the monitoring plan and specific tools to assess the progress of the project with the support of the international partner

Interim and final reporting

Setting up and monitoring of periodic (monthly) internal reporting to be filled in by partners and project staff

Drawing up of narrative and financial reports, interim and final (in collaboration with WeWorld-GVC local office and headquarters) to be sent to the donor in compliance with agreed procedures and time schedule

Knowledge management and project proposal writing

Identification and systematization of the lessons learnt and best practices of the project

Identification of new project opportunities - to be proposed to the Country Representatives and Head of Region - to strengthen the intervention of WeWorld-GVC, especially in the thematic and geographic areas of the Project implementation

Carrying out of need assessments and project proposal writing, in close cooperation with the Country Representative and the Headquarters

Essential Requirements

Qualifications and Knowledge:

Master Degree in Social Sciences, e.g. Development Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Human Rights or similar sectors

Strong administrative competencies and good knowledge of the accountancy procedures of the EU and/or main international donor

Strong management competencies and excellent knowledge of the Project Cycle Management

Ability to assess needs and write new project proposals

MS Office proficient user

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English (mandatory)

Professional Experience:

At least three (3) years of relevant overseas experience in management of international cooperation projects funded by Institutional donors

Proved experience in development project on human rights

Experience in management of human resource (recruiting, training and development)

Previous experience in management of complex partnerships and in dealing with multi-stakeholder settings (local and international partners, universities, local authorities, donors, media, etc. at all levels)

Proved experience in managing projects co-funded by European Union

Skills and Abilities

Capable of working in team and supporting staff and partners in all phases of the Project Cycle Management

Excellent communication skill and sensitivity in dealing with local institutions on critical issues

Willing to work in close cooperation with the partners, also through frequent and extended field visits

Very flexible, patient and with a positive attitude

Dynamic and willing to take initiative to complete the assigned tasks

Problem-solving approach with demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and creating efficiencies

Strong commitment to the Mission of WeWorld-GVC, genuine interest for international cooperation development topics

Demonstrates integrity by modelling the NGO values and ethical standards; displays cultural, gender, religion, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Desierable Requirements

Experience in development projects in Eastern Africa/Swahili Coast will be considered a plus

Experience on similar projects dealing with peacebuilding, conflict sensitiveness and cultural activities

Knowledge of spoken and written Italian

Knowledge of Kiswahili and Portuguese or Spanish

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; WeWorld-GVC Project Manager Jobs in Tanzania

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