Program Manager

Main duties : In accordance with established policy and procedures, the main responsibilities of the Project Manager include: Develop a work plan, timeline, budget and monitoring tools, and ensure all activities are performed and implemented according to these planning tools Manage the daily implementation of the project activities Manage and provide guidance to staff working under the project Liaise with donors, partner NGOs and other actors at field level under the supervision of the Head of program Comply with all logistics, financial, HR and administrative procedures Carry out other duties as required Tasks : Weekly schedule activities with staff Weekly report on the activities Attend donors and partners meetings and prepare minutes of meeting Review and finalize program reports Support in drafting proposal when required Control the project implementation and quality of the activities through field visits Implement effective coordination and communication within the team Plan meetings on a regular basis with the team Ensure that staff is provided with the required trainings as per the program’s requirements and needs Consults with project accountant and finance manager regarding best practices for financial administration of project work Responsibilities: The program manager is expected to contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organisation, notably through the application of CLMC’s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors: Guide the implementation of the project and the methods of follow-up Assess the activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources Create and update work-plan and PM framework for the project Identify relevant technical authorities and partners, and propose formal partnership and/or contracts Propose and implement solutions to problems encountered Organise and lead project coordination meetings Prepare and follow work plans with each project coordinator Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts) Direct the conduct of the project using the monitoring  tools and procedures Plan the procurement in coordination with the relevant persons Interact with the communications officer, training unit, M&E officer, and other key program staff   Qualifications/Requirements: Advanced degree in social work, social sciences or other relevant field At least 10 years of managerial experience implementing donor funded projects Previous experience or understanding of the NGO and INGO environmental sector, preferred experience in the field of refugees and/or migrants Preferred prior experience with UN agencies or USG projects Strong interpersonal skills Demonstrates energy and creativity, and ability to successfully prioritize and manage competing priorities Demonstrated success in project planning, financial management, program monitoring, and report writing Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience in data processing (Microsoft Word), spreadsheet (Microsoft Excel), E-mail, and Internet browser software Strong English skills (spoken and written)