Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Project: DFID Program / UNITAD Project
Organisation: Malaria Consortium
Recruiter: GRID Consulting Limited
The Project Manager will coordinate all in-country project activities against agreed performance indicators. The job holder will also work closely with the country project team, other key personnel in the country office and the Regional Programme Coordinator; to lead activities in-country for smooth project start-up and planning.
Additional Key Responsibilities Include:
• Coordinating along with other key personnel in the country office; the overall programme implementation and ensure all activities are carried out on time and within budget.
• Developing and implementing annual work-plans.
• Providing support for the development of an in- country project monitoring and evaluation framework.
• Working closely with the Country Finance and Regional Programme Coordinator to prepare bi-annual financial reports as well as prepare and track progress of project activity budgets.
• Participating in National level meetings and workshops to represent Malaria Consortium at programmatic and coordination events.
• Providing support for the development and production of dissemination documents; to allow wider haring of malaria Consortium's experiences, lessons and successes.
Candidates should possess the following:
• Post-Graduate degree in either of Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, or other related discipline is required. The job holder must have a minimum of 7-years' experience with 3-years' experience working at the National level in a developing country.
• Previous experience in managing projects or project budgets is required for this position. S/he must be excellent in project planning, management with knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
• A proof of strong interpersonal and negotiating skills as well as report writing and presentation skills is essential. Previous experience within a donor funding environment will be an added advantage.
About the Organisation: Malaria Consortium is the world's leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the control of malaria, we apply our depth of technical expertise and practical experience to develop smarter solutions that improve and save lives. Beyond malaria, we work to control childhood illnesses, with a new focus on treating and preventing neglected tropical diseases.
Procedure for Application:
Interested and qualified applicant should apply online with a cover letter addressing your suitability for the post and a CV.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: Friday, 8th March 2013.
Interviews will commence thereafter.
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