SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation with long-term, local presence in over 30 of the poorest countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Our team of advisors works with local partners to equip communities and businesses with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and gain access to basic services. SNV works across three sectors: Agriculture, Renewable Energy and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene. Several international donors fund our programmes. SNV has a +100 million euro annual turnover and is aiming for further growth.
Job Description
Vacancy Announcement
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation in Mali seeks to fill the following position:
Position Title- Project Manager
Duty Station- Bamako, Mali
Background
Uncontrolled migration and destabilization are issues that affect Mali and create problems there, as well as abroad. The main causes are lack of employment opportunities and marginalization. Young people in Mali face systemic employment challenges due to (i) a mismatch between youth training and market needs and (ii) the ratio between job creation and population growth. There is a high but unsatisfied demand for skills in key sectors with high labor intensity. This Action will contribute to stimulating economic development and social stability by creating opportunities for youth employment, women and returning migrants through the development of horticultural value chains, waste management, agro-food and utility crafts in the regions of Koulikoro, Kayes, Gao and the district of Bamako. Innovation focuses on the market-based skills training approach, methods of irrigation and fertilization, and the development of horticultural cooperative farms, all of which are part of a holistic approach to value chain development. The Action specifically targets marginalized youth, including women, at high risk of migration and returning migrants, who may be influenced by radical groups. The project is for a duration of 4 years with a total value of 20 million euro.
Overview of the Position
The Project Manager has responsibility for overall management of the project which includes: efficient management of financial resources; review and approval of project budgets and monitoring expenditures; supervision of field operations; procurement; supervision of monitoring and evaluation; and ensuring quality control and timeliness of all deliverables as required. S/he will ensure full compliance with the donor contract and regulations and will oversee the project reporting process to the donor. S/he will oversee performance management of all SNV project staff working exclusively in his/her project.
Key Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Management Committee, under the supervision of the Country Director of SNV Mali and the support of the project team, the incumbent is responsible for leadership and coordination of: program planning and management; coordination of programmatic themes; political analysis and will be in charge of the following:
- Execute overall project management;
- Guide the project set-up, including developing work plans, budgets and competence table with financial responsibilities and mandates;
- Build, strengthen and manage partnerships with regional governments, key partners, institutions and stakeholders;
- Manage donor relations;
- Overall management of all human, physical and financial resources related to the project;
- Monitor performance of the project management team to ensure all milestones set in the annual work plan are met, develop mitigation plans to reduce risks and take corrective actions to remedy any deviation from the work plans;
- Account and report to SNV and the donor on project performance;
- Guide knowledge development, documentation and communication and branding in close collaboration with donor;
- Identify follow-up funding and partnership possibilities with country management and business development.
Requirements
- A relevant post-graduate qualification in Agronomy or Agricultural Economy;
- Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible work experience in managing and implementing multi-faceted donor funded development projects, preferably in Africa;
- Solid experience in project management, especially for EU/EDF funded projects;
- Able to strategically inspire and energies project teams;
- Background in/understanding of agriculture, preferably horticulture, agro-food and utility crafts;
- Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation;
- Demonstrated experience in managing various stakeholders;
- Excellent social and networking skills, ability to engage with the private sector, civil society and governments;
- Excellent communication (written and oral), reporting and presentation skills;
- Fluency in English and French is required;
- Willingness to travel to all project locations and to work in a fragile environment with security risks.
Contract Type: International Employment Contract
Contract Duration: 2 years with possibility of extension
Expected Start Date: As soon as possible
How to Apply
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation before 31 May 2017.
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement
NB: Only shortlisted will be contacted
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