Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty. Oxfam Great Britain is a member of the international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
Oxfam in Sierra Leone works towards a vision of ‘a just, inclusive and resilient Sierra Leone without poverty in which the people, especially women and youth, demand and acquire equal access to their rights and live a life of dignity. If you share this vision and commitment, then you are exactly who we are looking for to support our programmes.
We can offer you an opportunity to make a difference in Sierra Leone, to act as key contributor to development, to work with a group of passionate people that are specialists in their various fields. We also offer the opportunity for training and development, fair pay and competitive benefits package.
This position will be based in Freetown and on a fixed term contract basis, conclusion of this recruitment process will be subject to successful acquisition of a funding grant.
Project Manager (Based in Freetown)
The Role
The Project Manager will provide strategic leadership that will plan, coordinate and efficiently deliver this project; You will have strong project management experience to manage highly complex projects which span across multiple teams and geographical areas, working with subject matter experts to ensure the delivery of high-quality, timely projects and deliverables; A good ability to coordinate the overall implementation of the project, monitor field activities across the project and ensure adherence to implementation deadlines; You will work closely with MEAL team to ensure project design and integration makes a measurable contribution to the identified communities; You will ensure implementation of the MEAL framework and to capture lessons learnt. You will develop learning platforms with partners to profile implementation and provide lessons learnt, including develop partners’ capacities on planning, evaluation, financial and management issues; Lead on recruitment, training and supervision of staff under a workable and accountable management structure, this will involve writing work schedules & training plans; Ensure that all staff are aware of and abide with key internal and external protocols and principles (e.g. Code of Conduct, Donor guidelines, Oxfam’s safeguarding policy). Support teams in developing project management capacities and skills
What we’re looking for
An experienced professional with proven project management skills, particularly in managing complex and geographically spread projects; Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to build good relations both internally and externally; High level of self-awareness and resilience as this is a fast paced and demanding role working with a large number of different stake holders; A strong commitment to Oxfam’s values, to women’s rights and gender equity and to diversity; Proven influencing and negotiating skills; Proactive approach to problem solving and ability to gather, collate, analyse and systematise information; Excellent communication skills, verbal and written; Exceptional time management and organisation skills, ability to prioritise both your own and others’ work and with the team’s collaboration and commitment.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding:
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our Values are recruited to work for us.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.
At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome so make the most of this considerable challenge by sending your Curriculum Vitae clearly stating the position and area you are applying for as subject of your email and send online at [email protected] , OR submit hard copies to the Reception at Oxfam office at 15 Sir Samuel Lewis Road Freetown, the Logs Assistant at Oxfam Office in Koinadugu and the Programme Manager at Oxfam Office in Kono. The closing date for receiving the application will be 28th May 2019. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and Short listing will be ongoing.
We particularly welcome applications from qualified women and people of indigenous backgrounds. Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted
More Information
- Job City Freetown
