Somaliland - Livelhood Project Manager

Medeshi Oct 16, 2008
Somaliland- Livelihood Project Manager
16 Oct 2008
Department: ProgrammePosition: Livelihood Project Manager Somaliland
Contract duration: 6 months renewable
Location: 50% Nairobi 50% Somaliland
Starting Date Immediate

Department: Programme
Position: Livelihood Project Manager Somaliland
Contract duration: 6 months renewable
Location: 50% Nairobi 50% Somaliland
Starting Date Immediate
Please note this is an anticipated position based on potential funding that is expected to arise shortly.
I. Background on ACTED
ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates
according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.
ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in
Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 22 countries worldwide, with over 120 international and 2500
national staff. ACTED has a 40 million € budget for over 150 projects spanning 8 sectors of
intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development,
education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.
For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.
II. Country Profile
In September 2007, ACTED launched an exploratory mission to evaluate the security situation,
coordinate with other humanitarian actors on the ground, and evaluate possible areas for an
intervention in Somalia. ACTED is currently developing its area coordination in the region
III. Position Profile
Under the authority of the Country Director, the Project Manager is responsible for the implementation
and management of a specific project in coordination with the ACTED country strategy.
Responsibilities:
-Management of a local and expatriate staff team;
-Close supervision and monitoring of the finance, administration and logistics teams;
-Supervise program budgets and evaluate financial program effectiveness;
-Management and supervision of ACTED's programmes and their timely implementation according to
financial and programmatic frame;
-Facilitate program development, through conceptualization, design, proposal and program initiation;
-Build and/or improve systems to supervise and manage the design, implementation, monitoring, and
evaluation of programmes;
-Monitor security situation in the region and oversee implementation of ACTED security procedures;
-Internal reporting to Country Coordination on project follow-up and best practices;
-Ensure external representation of ACTED in relevant sectors, including provincial authorities, donors,
and other international organisations in the area
-Provide Relevant Technical Expertise to ensure that technical quality and standards are maintained
during project implementation
-Oversee Project Staff, including regular coordination meetings and appraisals for staff, developing a
productive work environment, and assisting in the recruitment process
IV. Qualifications:
-At least 2 years of field experience in program management and coordination;
-Familiarity with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental requirements;
-Excellent communication and drafting skills;
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-Able to coordinate and manage staff and project activities;
-Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
-Being a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit;
-Ability to organize and plan effectively;
-Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;
-Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure;
-Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience an asset
V. Conditions:
- Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and
performance are considered for pay bonus
- Additional monthly living allowance
- Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance
(depending on contract length and country of assignment)
- Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
- Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
VI. Submission of applications:
Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org
Ref: PM/SOM/SA
For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org