Marie Stopes Nigeria NGO Job Vacancy for Head of Projects

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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.