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Project Manager / Team Leader
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Jordan Amman - Jordan Full Time International Consultant iMMAP 21 November 2024 13 December 2024 01 March 2025 30 April 2026 14 Months
Organization
iMMAP is an international nongovernmental organisation that provides information management services to humanitarian and development organizations. Through information management, we help our partners target assistance to the world’s most vulnerable populations. Our core philosophy is that better data leads to better decisions and that better decisions lead to better outcomes. iMMAP’s critical support to information value chains helps to solve operational and strategic challenges of our partners in both emergency and development contexts by enabling evidence-based decision-making for better outcomes.
Background
iMMAP Inc. is looking for a Team Leader for the implementation of a 24 months project in Jordan aiming at developing a drought monitoring and forecasting system for Jordan.
Disclaimer
Please note that this position is contingent upon donor approval and the availability of funding. As part of the recruitment process, your application, may be shared with the donor organization for evaluation purposes. By submitting your application, you consent to these terms and acknowledge that your candidacy will remain under consideration pending final funding decisions.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Description of Duties
Project Management
Develop programming through writing of project concept paper, proposal and budget for iMMAP using best practices in coordination with appropriate program units.
Oversee the overall design of the program ensuring objectives are met within the required time frame and budget. Where necessary ensure preventative and corrective action is taken. Develop an implementation strategy which is appropriate to the country context and strategy. Plan the mobilisation of resources for the implementation of program activities. Manage a comprehensive activity plan, including resource needs analysis, covering the time frame. Proactively inform iMMAP Head of Office of identified opportunities, risks and risk mitigation relevant to the program planning and implementation. Maintain an overview of the national and regional context with a view to the strategic development of the project both in the current identified sites and potential of future program extension and expansion. Support programme implementation as needed, including: developing assessments, baselines, budgets, monitoring and evaluation systems, field visits to verify data, reporting and close-out.
Financial Management
Plan and construct the program budget
Ensure that budgets are spent according to donor proposals and regulations. Monitor the spending of designated programme funds in the pre-operational phase of the program.
Staff Management
Ensure all identification, selection and contracting related issues for the staff of the designated project are carried out in accordance with iMMAP guidelines.
Ensure that staff receive appropriate and adequate training by providing coaching. Through a consultative leadership style and a transparent and supportive communication structure, develop and build an effective iMMAP project team.
Security Management
Assess and review the security status of identified areas of operation.
Ensure security plans and protocols for the areas of operation are updated and implemented.
Quality Management
Ensure designated projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements.
Regularly assess and provide feedback and recommendations on the quality of the programmes.
Representation
Register iMMAP in requested countries.
Build relationships on behalf of iMMAP with bilateral donors, international non-governmental organisations, implementation partners and other agencies relevant to the implementation of the programme. Represent iMMAP in relevant consultations and meetings. Ensure complete and timely reporting of activities to iMMAP, donor, and implementation partners. Assist iMMAP Head of Office with forward strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation. Other relevant duties as assigned by the Head of Office.
Requirements
Education
Bachelors or master's degree in international development studies preferred but not required;
Experience
At least 15 years of professional experience in technical assistance projects in water resources management.
At least Master’s degree in hydrology, meteorology, agriculture or related fields. Relevant experience in the development of drought monitoring systems. Experience in the region and in Jordan is considered a clear advantage.
Soft skills
Strong analytical skills, and apt at turning abstract discussions into concrete ideas.
Technical writing skills including developing proposals and reports. Ability to develop and carry out work plans and solve problems independently. Ability to perform well on tight deadlines, flexible attitude. Ability to select, develop and lead teams. Ability to work based on objectives.
Programmes
Knowledge of computer applications, in particular proficiency required in MS Office.and Google Suites.
Knowledge and experience working with Kobo Toolbox is an advantage.
Guiding Principles
Personnel is expected to conduct itself in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and iMMAP’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all Countries.
iMMAP has zero-tolerance for sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, human trafficking, child abuse and exploitation. Any violations of these principles and policies will be treated as serious misconduct.
iMMAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background.
