Project Manager Job at Union Aid in Afghanistan

Opportunity Deadline

01/06/2023

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Union Aid is a non-profit organization that provides humanitarian and development support to people in need.

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Manage the assigned health projects in order to meet the project objectives within budget and the allotted time frame and report promptly any operational concerns (e.g. projected failure to meet objectives; increased beneficiary needs; projected over or under spending on project budget).
Provide strong leadership of the assigned health projects, working to ensure both short and long-term positive impacts and outcomes for the beneficiaries, local health authorities and local health staff.
Contribute to development of an effective strategy including proactive planning for responsible exit.
Set clear objectives and indicators for health activities.
Continuously monitor and supervise health activities, evaluating progress through outputs and impacts using both quantitative and qualitative data, and involving the health team.
Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation in all aspects of the project.
Ensure accurate reporting of activities according to the Donors formats; if not applicable, preparing the formats when required.
Set clear objectives and indicators for health activities.
Continuously monitor and supervise health activities, evaluating progress through outputs and impacts using both quantitative and qualitative data, and involving the health team.
Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation in all aspects of the project.

Line-manage the entire project’s staff including day-to-day management, development and training, appraisals, etc.
Facilitate regular meetings to assist information sharing between project staff, to ensure all staff members are aware of current work plans and to provide the opportunity for feedback.
Provide coaching and training to staff in order to develop ownership and full responsibility for activities.

Manage the health budget for the projects and ensure all expenses are according to budget and meet the Union Aid standards regarding financial management, including accountability and good governance.

Develop appropriate and supportive communication structures with relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, government officials, UN agencies and other NGOs).
Participate in health coordination meetings/health cluster hubs, Union Aid internal trainings, and other working groups, representing Union Aid and feeding back on relevant issues.

Support the procurement and logistics activities of health staff, particularly in relation to the purchasing of medicines, supplies and equipment for the assigned health facilities and activities.

Promote and use Union Aid operating procedures.
Ensure projects are implemented in line with donor requirements and in accordance with Union Aid, donor standards.

Reflect the values of Union Aid with team members, filed staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts.

This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary by Line Manager.

Experience / Competencies

3 years’ post-qualification nursing/medical professional experience. At least two years experience as Manager in BPHS projects.
At least 1-year management experience in a health context.
Ability and willingness to manage project implementation.
Able to priorities clearly, oversee multiple tasks, set clear objectives for staff and delegate.
Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels.
Creative, open-minded, flexible, self-learner. Team-player with good inter-personal skills.

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