Plan International NGO Jobs in Volta Region
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The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating project activities of two regions. That is, the Eastern and Oti Regions. He/she will also be responsible for bringing on board and working with other specialists and government protection agencies, (E.g. Social Welfare/Community Development, DOVVSU).
Child protection and safeguarding principles of collaboration, participation, transparency, and respect for women and children’s rights will be integrated into all aspects of this role. The post-holder will be based in Ho but travel to the project locations.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
"What" is done and "why", but not "how"; include indicators for success
“BE SMART” Strategy and management
- Facilitate the work planning and management of the Be Smart Project in the Oti and Eastern regions.
- Ensure that project results are achieved and reported on through the project's Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system.
- Ensure that the Be Smart project delivers high-quality programming that is compliant with best practice as outlined in the Be Smart project proposal, Plan International Ghana Country Strategic and relevant Ghana government guidelines and policies.
- Manage partnerships and relationships with relevant stakeholders in project planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting for effective linkages.
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Others:
- Manage the performance of direct reports.
- Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Indicators of success:
- An effective working relationship exists with the agency partners and other stakeholders.
- Timely delivery of quality project activities.
- Quality and timely periodic reporting (financial and narrative).
- Quality documentation of best practices on the Be Smart learning themes.
- Documentation of best practices of Be Smart activities.
- An effective monitoring system to track performance of local partners.
- Strong, motivated and performing project team
Dealing with Problems:
- The complexity of problems handled & the degree of investigation, analysis, & creative thinking required to solve them
- Experience with in depth analysis of current issues on SGBV and providing innovative solutions.
- Demonstrated skills in dealing with the complexity of working with international and local NGO partners.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with comprehensive and demanding requirements of the donor.
- Effective decision-making regarding the most appropriate, effective and efficient approaches to ensure quality financial management, ensuring maximum alignment with donor requirements.
- Works with minimum supervision
- Analyse issues for decision-making to strengthen and support delivery of Be Smart programs that meets organizational requirements and refer to a higher manager for approval.
- Ability to develop and implement strategies to minimize project risks.
Communications and Working Relationships:
Working contacts inside and outside the organization; include the purpose and level (high, medium, low) of the contact.
Internal:
- Country Office (COs) and Project Areas: The position will collaborate with Programmes and Business Development and project staff including other Project Managers, technical specialists, M&E and finance staff at CO. (high level).
- There is medium contact with community members, children and other stakeholders to develop and implement project activities ( Medium)
External:
- Plan International Ghana, National Office
- Maintains high contact with Partner staff working on the Be Smart project activities in Oti and Eastern (high level)
Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours, and Experience Required to Achieve Role's Objectives: Gained through education, training, & experience.
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1. Patiently scroll down and read the job description below.
2. Scroll down and find how to apply or mode of application for this job after the job description.
3. Carefully follow the instructions on how to apply.
4. Always apply for a job by attaching CV with a Cover Letter / Application Letter.
The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating project activities of two regions. That is, the Eastern and Oti Regions. He/she will also be responsible for bringing on board and working with other specialists and government protection agencies, (E.g. Social Welfare/Community Development, DOVVSU).
Child protection and safeguarding principles of collaboration, participation, transparency, and respect for women and children’s rights will be integrated into all aspects of this role. The post-holder will be based in Ho but travel to the project locations.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
"What" is done and "why", but not "how"; include indicators for success
“BE SMART” Strategy and management
- Facilitate the work planning and management of the Be Smart Project in the Oti and Eastern regions.
- Ensure that project results are achieved and reported on through the project's Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system.
- Ensure that the Be Smart project delivers high-quality programming that is compliant with best practice as outlined in the Be Smart project proposal, Plan International Ghana Country Strategic and relevant Ghana government guidelines and policies.
- Manage partnerships and relationships with relevant stakeholders in project planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting for effective linkages.
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Others:
- Manage the performance of direct reports.
- Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Indicators of success:
- An effective working relationship exists with the agency partners and other stakeholders.
- Timely delivery of quality project activities.
- Quality and timely periodic reporting (financial and narrative).
- Quality documentation of best practices on the Be Smart learning themes.
- Documentation of best practices of Be Smart activities.
- An effective monitoring system to track performance of local partners.
- Strong, motivated and performing project team
Dealing with Problems:
- The complexity of problems handled & the degree of investigation, analysis, & creative thinking required to solve them
- Experience with in depth analysis of current issues on SGBV and providing innovative solutions.
- Demonstrated skills in dealing with the complexity of working with international and local NGO partners.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with comprehensive and demanding requirements of the donor.
- Effective decision-making regarding the most appropriate, effective and efficient approaches to ensure quality financial management, ensuring maximum alignment with donor requirements.
- Works with minimum supervision
- Analyse issues for decision-making to strengthen and support delivery of Be Smart programs that meets organizational requirements and refer to a higher manager for approval.
- Ability to develop and implement strategies to minimize project risks.
Communications and Working Relationships:
Working contacts inside and outside the organization; include the purpose and level (high, medium, low) of the contact.
Internal:
- Country Office (COs) and Project Areas: The position will collaborate with Programmes and Business Development and project staff including other Project Managers, technical specialists, M&E and finance staff at CO. (high level).
- There is medium contact with community members, children and other stakeholders to develop and implement project activities ( Medium)
External:
- Plan International Ghana, National Office
- Maintains high contact with Partner staff working on the Be Smart project activities in Oti and Eastern (high level)
Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours, and Experience Required to Achieve Role's Objectives: Gained through education, training, & experience.
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