Programme Manager Job at Marie Stopes Nigeria (MSN)

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JOB TITLE: PROGRAMME MANAGER

LOCATION: Abuja, Enugu

REPORTING TO: Operations Director

DURATION OF CONTRACT: 2 years (renewable)

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: 6 months

ORGANISATION: Marie Stopes Nigeria (MSN)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Programme Manager is responsible for overall technical and programmatic implementation, oversight and coordination for specific assigned MSN activities and projects.

• Oversee all aspects of donor funded project implementation including:

• Drafting, reviewing and implementing work plans.

• Executing project activities according to plan and donor guidelines

• Monitoring project progress and making adjustments to ensure completion

• Ensuring that all project information is captured, documented and shared

• Ensure all project activities are implemented on time and within budget

REPORTING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION

• Measure and evaluate project outputs and deliverables

• Prepare and submrt high quality programmatic progress reports

• Support the preparation of financial reports

• Support MSN's M&E function in measuring project outputs and evaluating impact

EXTERNAL RELATIONS AND LIAISON

• From time to time represent the organisation at meetings, workshops, press conferences, or other forums

• Actively contribute to the strategic direction and planning of the organisation

• Any other duty reasonably assigned by line manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree or diploma in development or a related field, or equivalent

• At least5 years' experience in a project management role for NGOs

Experience managing DfiD, USAID, EU, or Gates funded projects

• A strong self-drive, excellent leadership skills, ability to build relationships

• Excellent writing skills in the English, other languages an advantage

• Ability to work to deadlines and motivate other to do the same

• Excellent team building, leadership, and communication skills

• Strong negotiation, planning and organizational skills

• Strong personal commitment to the mission and goals of MSI

Interested candidates are to send a written application and CV (as a single attachment)

Deadline: 03 May 2012.

Programme Manager Job