The role
The Project Manager will oversee the overall management of the project under the guidance of the Program Director and with support from the CARE Specialist office. Their responsibilities include managing partner NGOs, coordinating with relevant government entities, and ensuring smooth project implementation. This position requires full-time dedication to effectively carrying out the project and ensuring its success.
The position is based in Atsabe, Ermera with frequent travel to Dili when necessary.
Main Responsibilities
Project Management
- Provide overall leadership, management, and technical oversight of the project to ensure it achieves the highest standards of project quality, contractual compliance and quality reporting throughout the project cycle as per the Project Paper and budget.
- Lead and approve the development of the monthly workplan for project activities and ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities according to applicable time frames
- Provide oversight of the project Stakeholder Engagement Plan, Labour Management Procedures, Environment and Social Commitment Plan, Operations Manual and MEL framework.
- Provide oversight into effective implementation of activities and local partners including work planning, monitoring and evaluation frameworks and budgets.
- Oversee project expenditure, including developing appropriate costed work plans and budgets and identifying and mitigate risks.
- Coordinate and document regular project meetings for planning and information sharing and progress.
- Provide ongoing capacity building, mentoring, and learning opportunities to direct and indirect reports
- Lead and manage field-based staff in their day-to-day activities
Selection Criteria
- University degree in public health, nutrition, community development, or a related field.
- Extensive experience (at least 5 years) in managing nutrition projects preferably with international development organizations and agencies
- Significant experience in project management, including budgeting, planning, and monitoring
- Solid knowledge of nutrition issues in the country
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send a CV (no longer than four pages) and cover letter via email to [email protected] OR to Human Resource unit at CARE office at Bairo Pite, Dili.
