Project Manager
Deadline: 31 May 2024
Employment term: Contract
Category: NGO/Nonprofit
Job type: Full time
Location: Yerevan
Job description:
Program Title: Enhancing Access to Social Services for Most Vulnerable Population focusing on refugees
Starting date: July 2024
Contract Length: 2 years (with possible prolongation)
Duty Station: Upon agreement – Ideally based in Tavush, Aragatsotn or Shirak. Possibly Yerevan office with extensive travels to the above-mentioned regions.
Under the direct supervision, guidance and support of the Head of Programmes, the Project Manager is responsible for all components of management of the project, for ensuring efficient, effective and sustained collaboration with project partners, stakeholders, target group and the donor.
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Job responsibilities
Project Oversight:
- Manage all day-to-day programmatic and operational activities of the project.
- Lead assessments to find the actual needs in the regions
- Facilitate cooperation and build strategic partnership with relevant stakeholders particularly local authorities and social service providers (CSOs)
- Provide guidance and support to partners to ensure the successful execution of project objectives.
- Foster effective collaboration and communication among all project stakeholders.
- Stay updated on best practices, emerging trends and development in social services sector and adapt project according to their needs.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Collect, revise, and edit financial and narrative reports to ensure quality assurance and compliance with the organization's and donor reporting requirements.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, budgets, and records of meetings and decisions.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration:
- Collaborate effectively with the Finance and Procurement, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning), Communication, and other technical departments in program design, selection, execution, and monitoring.
- Ensure seamless communication and alignment of project goals across all departments.
Capacity Building:
- Work closely with the relevant stakeholders and identify training and capacity-building needs for project staff and partners.
Monitoring and Risk Management:
- Track the implementation of project activities and expenditures through Monthly Project review meetings and Internal Project Review system.
- Proactively identify potential risks and challenges and develop mitigation plans to ensure the smooth implementation of the project.
- Conduct regular evaluations to assess the impact and effectiveness of project interventions.
Compliance:
- Ensure strict compliance with donor regulations, contractual agreements, and internal organizational policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with the organization's compliance team to address any issues or concerns.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Master's degree preferred).
- At least 5 years of experience in project management or a related role.
- Proven experience in disaster and risk reduction.
- Proven experience in cooperation with local authorities and engagement to policy making and advocacy, stakeholder coordination etc.
- Excellent communication, reporting, and documentation skills.
- Fluent in Armenian and English (written and spoken), knowledge of Russian is a plus.
- MS office proficiency.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and management abilities.
Required candidate level: Senior
Additional information
What we offer:
- Salary and benefits according to the national PIN Armenia salary scale
- Health insurance package
- Gaining work experience and knowledge of the organization's processes in a professional and flexible NGO, the largest in Central Europe
- Becoming a part of the international community
How to apply:
Please apply through the the link.
Please note, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and should a suitable candidate be found before the official closing date, the advertisement might be withdrawn prior to the deadline thus early submissions are strongly encouraged.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
People in Need staff are expected to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with People in Need Code of conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp).
People in Need is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct and committed to promoting the welfare of children and adults with whom People in Need engages /is in contact with. People in Need expects all staff to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with People in Need code of conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp). People in Need Staff will undertake the appropriate level of training.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Professional skills
Project management
Soft skills
Leadership skills
Negotiation skills
Time management
Problem solving
Presentation skills
Teamwork
Attention to details
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About Company
People in Need Armenia - Our Story
What is PIN today began in 1992 when a group of journalists of the Czechoslovak “Velvet Revolution” teamed to form the Epicentrum Foundation, subsequently renamed “People in Need” (PIN). Yet, following the 1988 devastating Spitak earthquake, a group of students in the Prague had already initiated a fundraising campaign, which drew a wide public response. Consequently, 50 tons of humanitarian relief was sent to Armenia.
In 2003 as per decision made by PIN a permanent representative office was established in Armenia, which still carries out various projects. Its activities focus on the issues of illegal migration and repatriation assistance to returning Armenians. Other topics tackled by the organization in Armenia are: 1) prevention of child trafficking; 2) support documentary filmmaking; 3) implement “Teaching through films” methodology.
During 2003-2008 PIN Armenian mission implemented “Prevention of illegal migration for Armenian citizens and implementation of development programs in regions”, which was funded by the Czech Government.
During 2009 - 2012 together with Armenian UN Association PIN Armenia have been implementing the “Reinforcement of management of migratory flows in Armenia” project with the financial support of EU and Czech Government.
During 2012-2014 the organization implemented “Let’s talk about films in Southern Caucasus” project.
During 2013-2016 PIN Armenia and Armenian Relief Society (ARS) in cooperation with State Employment Agency of MLSA and with the financial support of European Union implements “Support of Circular Migration and Re-integration Process in Armenia” project.
Since 2016 PIN Armenia implements the “Support to the reintegration of voluntary returnees through employment, social and business support funded by L’Office Français de l’Immigration et de l’Intégration, a French administrative public body.
During 2018-2020 with the co-funding from the European Union People in Need (PIN) together with co-applicants Women Development Resource Centre Development Foundation, Shirak Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Amasia Municipality have designed an intervention to revive and modernise the wool value chain and the arts of wool crafts in Shirak region as a motor for job creation and Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) development, thus increasing employment and economic competitiveness in the crafts sector in Shirak region through EU4 Shirak: Wool for Jobs project.
During 2018-2021 together with the EU contribution to Armenia People in Need implements EU4Tourism: Outdoor adventures on historic trail in Syunik project. A tourist route between Goris and Kapan will be scouted, mapped and marked, with facilitation by tourism experts and participation of community members, students and volunteers. Interesting local legends, historical events and traditions will be collected with support of experts from Goris and Kapan museums, translated and included in promotional activities.
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