CHILDFUND JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Project Manager Location: México
Division/Department : Protected Passage
Reports to: Program Manager, Country Office
Grade: 8
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Project Planning and Implementation Assure that detailed planning is carried out and adjusted in a timely and effective manner based on project requirements. Accountable for ChildFund's project on time and quality implementation Travels to influence areas to support project office operations and activities. Monitoring & Evaluation – Ensures close project performance monitor (financial, Human Resources, programmatic, operational) and make necessary decisions using appropriate means and methods that support continuous improvement. Continuously assess security and safety issues related to the project implementation. Assures the M&E Manager has access to needed information on a timely basis and in accordance with set standards and requirements. Supports all Evaluation activities of the project. Project Quality – Ensures technical quality of the project. Ensures effective delivery of project interventions. Ensures that ChildFund's program principles are evident in the project. (child rights, evidence-based actions, youth agency, root cause analysis, sustainability using community-based approach, and partnerships), as well as the cross- cutting standards (gender, child protection, inclusion, Disaster Risk Reduction). Talent Management – Responsible for directly or indirectly supervising all project staff. Ensures effective coordination with country office staff. Ensures and coordinates a Project quality governance. Communicates continuously with the Country and or the International office staff to describe program progress and proposes alternatives/ solutions in case of poor performance or any obstacle in the implementation of the project. Reports and Documentation – Responsible for coordinating, organizing, and formulating required reports in accordance with project and donor requirements. Responds to audit findings leading to improved project performance. Relations and Influencing. – Maintains collaborative relationships with different internal and external stakeholders as well as regional migration bodies. Cultivates relationship with other stakeholders of the project, assuring credibility and visibility. Proactively supports advocacy efforts of the project with local, national, and regional authorities and the public. Manages partner relationships. Resource Mobilization – Responsible for actively looking for additional funds for the project. Any other requirement related to her/his position as a project manager. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE A minimum of five years of experience as a manager directly implementing large complex projects. Experience in grants administration/management of projects funded by foreign government aid agencies, and/ or multilateral institutions. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain working relationships with staff at multiple levels. Working knowledge of budgeting and project management, monitoring and evaluation processes. Proven ability to prioritize tasks and to initiate follow-through with meticulous attention to detail and high level of accuracy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, fluency in English and Spanish. Familiarity with the issues of irregular migration, including extensive knowledge of child protection and violence prevention. EDUCATION/certifications Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Social Science or related field, Master's degree preferred. Significant experience in successful proposal development Relevant work experience in migration issues and child protection in humanitarian context Experience working in the area of child protection in Mexico is highly desirable. Effective communicator and collaborator and able to work with varied audiences. Demonstrated ability to work independently and output oriented Proficient Spanish and English language skills are required for this position
ChildFund International is committed to safeguarding the interests, rights, and well-being of children with whom it is in contact and to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for children.
ChildFund creates a culture where diversity of people, thought and experience is celebrated, and everyone is seen and welcomed equally.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
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