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About the position

The Project Manager at Food For The Poor is responsible for developing and managing projects in collaboration with implementing partners and subject matter experts. This role ensures adherence to project management principles and organizational policies, coordinating resources and processes to deliver projects on time and within budget. The position requires a strong focus on compliance, stakeholder communication, and risk management, while also engaging with local communities and conducting site visits to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the main point of contact between Food For The Poor (FFTP) and implementing partners for all project management-related affairs.
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  • Assist the Director of Projects in executing regional program strategies and initiatives for enhancing in-country capacities and promoting best practices in project management.
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  • Collaborate on project planning, execution, and completion alongside implementing partners and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
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  • Ensure compliance with local, international, and organizational regulations, standards, and best practices in international development throughout all project activities.
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  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project/program goals alignment, obtain necessary approvals, and facilitate communication.
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  • Conduct site visits to project locations, engaging with local communities and stakeholders in collaboration with implementing partners and SMEs.
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  • Maintain consistent communication with implementing partners to ensure smooth project implementation.
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  • Ensure projects and programs are completed within set timelines and budget constraints and follow the project management plan.
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  • Present project plans and progress updates to various stakeholders, fostering transparency and collaboration.
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  • Identify potential risks and work with implementing partners and SMEs to develop and execute risk mitigation strategies.
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  • Monitor project progress and implement corrective measures in collaboration with SMEs and implementing partners when deviations occur.
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  • Oversee project budgeting and ensure financial compliance.
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  • Develop and deliver engaging presentations to both internal and external stakeholders.
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  • Support in-country analyses and feasibility studies to assess project feasibility, viability, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with organizational policies.
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  • Review prospective projects and concept notes, ensuring all required documentation is obtained, digital media is reviewed, and project information is accurately entered into FFTP's project management database.
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  • Provide additional information as needed by fundraising departments and respond to inquiries regarding countries/projects.
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  • Participate in and support the coordination of trips for donors, partners, and staff.
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  • Review and provide information for status reports on funded projects.
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  • Prepare trip and expense reports.
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  • Perform other job-related duties as indicated by the Director of Projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree (Master's preferred) in Industrial Engineering, International Relations, Development Studies, Project Management, or a related discipline.
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  • 3-5 years of hands-on experience in managing relief/development projects and familiarity with sustainable development, including monitoring and evaluation methodologies and practices.
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  • Proficiency in English (verbal/written) required.
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  • Proficiency in project management tools and platforms.
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  • Strong critical thinking skills with a proven record of resolving project-related challenges and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
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  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
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  • Considerable understanding of community development, agriculture, health, education, economic empowerment, child sponsorship, food security, and WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene).
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  • Willingness to acquire expertise in specific policies, regulations, and legal mandates relevant to Federal Programs/Grants.

Nice-to-haves

  • Additional certifications in project management practices (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, SCRUM) would be advantageous.

Benefits

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