Project Manager

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Within the context of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme at the country level, the purpose of the position is to provide project management support in the implementation of the Ethio-Pandemic Multi-Sectoral Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (EPPR) initiative funded by the Pandemic Fund. The incumbent will oversee the implementation of project’s technical and operational plans. His/Her responsibilities include managing the project, planning project activities, coordinating financial resource allocation, and providing project management support to ensure effective delivery of expected results.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESDuring the assignment, the assigned duties below may be modified based on the technical needs of the program. Provide operational leadership and technical guidance to the overall programme management, grants management, budget, work planning, including development, day-to-day operation, monitoring and evaluation of workplans to ensure effective execution of outbreaks and health emergencies programmes. Maintain efficient collaboration, coordination and effective communication with the project team and technical leads within the organization and with external stakeholders in development, implementation and monitoring of technical, operational and project workplans throughout the full cycle of the project (grant) management Develop and implement a project implementation work plan. The incumbent will ensure the project proceeds according to plan, timetable/deliverables, and milestones and that all activities are delivered to an excellent standard and according to the donor requirements. Ensure timely and optimal use of designated funds to achieve results as per defined indicators underpinning compliance with project management principles and donor requirements. Produce narrative technical and financial reports. The incumbent will also be responsible for providing any information requested by partners or internal/external stakeholders in the framework of the EPPR initiative. Liaise with Resource Mobilization team to secure rapid funding for immediate needs for the initiatives and project; with sustainable, predictable financing for programme activities Coordinate the analysis, consolidation, and dissemination of information on program management. Contribute to the preparation of monitoring and progress reports, briefings, proposals, reports, communications, and advocacy documents required for strategic decision-making, including timely and quality donor reporting. Attend various project management meetings and represent the specific projects, coordinate relevant activities, and ensure predictable follow-up on agreed action points with relevant partners and stakeholders. Perform any other related duties as required by the team and as demanded on the Pandemic fund.ExperienceEssential: At least seven (7) years of progressive professional experience in project management with experience in planning, grant management, budgeting, financial management, and/or related field, including a sound understanding of resource mobilization. Experience in managing public health or health emergency projects is considered a value-added.Desirable: Relevant work experience in WHO, other UN agencies, Health Cluster Partners, recognized Humanitarian Organizations, or relevant nongovernmental or international organizations with exposure to public health/implementation of donor-funded projects/programs. Previous experience in managing multi-stakeholders or Joint Programs is considered a plus.FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Proven knowledge of project management, budgetary, and financial management practices and the ability to develop improved systems that support these processes. Strong organizational and analytical skills and ability to analyze and synthesize information from multiple sources. Excellent knowledge and expertise in project design, monitoring, and evaluation. Ability to foster teamwork and to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels Strong professional skills in writing and development of reports and persuasive documents Demonstrated strong management advocacy and communication skills Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing priorities. Interpersonal skills, diplomacy, tact and discretion, sound judgment and initiative Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary and multi-national team