Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager
Organization: Responsiveness for Relief and Development – RRD Location: Hajjah city with frequent travel to Ash Shaghadirah District. Reporting: Programs Manager
Deadline: 06-04-2024

1.    Background

RRD partnered with CARE International to implement the “Building Resilience through integrated community-based and humanitarian systems transformation and leadership in Yemen" (BRIGHTLY) project. The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the project. The project aims to enhance the livelihoods, food security, and resilience of targeted communities in Yemen through cash transfers, improved productivity, and capacity building.

2.    Responsibilities

The Project Manager will have the following key responsibilities:

2.1    Project Planning and Coordination

• Develop a detailed project implementation plan, including timelines, deliverables, and budget allocation.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and relevant government agencies, to ensure smooth project implementation.
• Monitor project progress, identify any challenges or risks, and take appropriate actions to address them.
• Ensure effective coordination and communication among project staff, partners, and stakeholders.

2.2    Financial and Administrative Management

• Oversee the financial management of the project, including budget tracking, expenditure control, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and financial regulations.
• Coordinate with the finance team to prepare and submit timely financial reports.

2.3    Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL)

• Develop and implement a comprehensive MEL framework for the project, including monitoring tools, data collection methods, and evaluation plans.
• Regularly monitor project activities, outputs, and outcomes, and provide feedback for improvement.
• Facilitate learning and knowledge sharing among project staff and partners.

 
2.4    Team Management and Capacity Building

• Provide leadership and guidance to the project team, including Project Assistants and other staff members.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and provide mentoring and capacity building support to project staff.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that promotes collaboration and learning.

2.5    Reporting and Communication

• Prepare and submit timely and accurate project reports to RRD’s Programs Manager.
• Represent the project in meetings, workshops, and other relevant forums.
• Maintain regular communication with project partners, government officials, and other key stakeholders.

3.    Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, project management).
• Proven experience in managing and implementing complex projects, preferably in the humanitarian or development sector.
• Strong understanding of food security, livelihoods, and resilience-building approaches.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting, and donor reporting.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is desirable.

4.    Duration and Location

• The position of Project Manager is a full-time position for the duration of the project, from 01/04/2024 to 31/12/2026 (33 months).
• The Project Manager will be based in Hajjah Governorate, Yemen, with frequent travel to the project sites in Ash Shaghadirah District.