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Job Title: Head of Projects
Location: Abuja – Nigeria
Reporting to: Country Director
Duration of contract: 2 years
Probationary period: 6 months
Organisation: Marie Stopes Nigeria (MSN) - Part of Marie Stopes International's Global Partnership
Sector: non-Governmental organization (NGO)
Responsibilities:
1. Project Management:
• Oversee all aspects of donor funded project implementation including;
• Ensure activities are implemented on time and within budget
• Oversee project budget management
• Write reports, position papers, updates and proposals
• Communicate and coordinate with project partners
• Line management of Project Managers
Research, Monitoring and Evaluation
• Oversee MSN's Research, Monitoring and Evaluation (RM and E) function
2. External Relations
• Ensure relationships and networks with stakeholders and relevant private, public and not-for-profit organizations are created and maintained
• Ensure MSN is well represented and respected among key groups
3. Fundraising:
• Identify Requests for Proposals (RFPs) relevant to MSN
• Ensure at the project planning stage that all MSN teams are included and consulted
• Write concept notes and proposals
• Identify opportunities for partnerships or alliances that will lead to new funding
4. Leadership
• As a member of the senior management team, demonstrate a strong commitment to MSN's mission and goals and encourage a similar commitment from all team members
• Actively contribute to the strategic direction and planning of the organization
• From time to time represent the organization at meetings, workshops, press conferences, or other forums
Requirements:
• A degree or diploma in development or a related field
• At least ten years experience in a project management role for a non-governmental development organizations, at least five of which must be in a senior management role
• A strong self drive, excellent leadership skills, together with the ability to develop and build relationships and above all get results.
• Highly proficient in the English language, particularly in written work
• Ability to work to deadlines and motivate other to do the same
• Excellent team building and leadership skills
Method of Application:
Interested candidates are to send a written application and CV (as a single attachment) to recruitment@mariestopes.org.ng.
The position applied for must be quoted as the subject of the email. Applications that do follow these standards will not be accepted.
Deadline: November 7, 2011.