TERMS OF REFERENCE
HEAD OF PROGRAMME
Duty Station: Juba, Republic of South Sudan
Duration: Up to 1 Year
Starting Date: September 2011.
Overview of CTG Global CTG Global is a Personnel Management Service Company specialised in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, and Human Resources in countries experiencing or emerging from armed conflict, natural disasters, or acute social and economic crisis worldwide. CTG Global provides tailored personnel management support enabling a growing number of public and private sector agencies and individuals to achieve their objectives in complex and challenging environments. CTG Global clients in Iraq currently comprise UN agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), and different corporate organisations such as security companies.
Overview of the Position
CTG's client is an Oilfield Support Services Company that is looking for an international Project Manager for their Roads and Bridges company, which conducts infrastructure development projects in South Sudan.
The Head of Programme will have the overall management responsibility for the programme delivery activities. The Head of Programme will play a critical role in the development and implementation of the strategies and practices necessary to further develop leadership to position the client at the forefront of the industry as the Provider of Choice, for international community and Government, for the implementation of projects within South Sudan, while meeting and exceeding the organization's performance and delivery goals. The Head of Programme will be a Senior Manager within the client. structure, with overall responsibility for a broad portfolio of competencies and capabilities with significant expected growth. The Head of Programme will directly supervise all programmes, project managers and the coordinator of the Programme Management Office (PMO). A Head of Programme on the other hand must be well-trained and skilled especially in construction of roads, bridges & infrastructures since this job position emphasizes more on technical skills. Technical skill is the major requirement in this type of job.
General Functions
- In conjunction with the Programme Management Office and the Programme and Project Managers, determines project resource requirements;
- Leads in the development, implementation and maintenance of process management and Information management systems;
- Oversees the delivery of all programmes and projects, monitoring the delivery in terms of quality, costs and time;
- Monitors and assists the Programme and Project Managers in planning, execution and delivery of allocated projects, ensuring incorporation of best practice project management processes;
- Works closely with the Programme and Project Managers to identify potential project-cost overruns, time delays or quality deficiencies, and implements actions for rectification;
- Analyzes project results, and interprets results into recommendations for management to assist them in the development of the organization as the service Provider of Choice in South Sudan;
- Ensures that clear communication and good relationships are developed and maintained within the Programme Section, with internal support departments and with external parties such as international community, Government, etc;
- Plans, develops, coordinates, communicates and directs the internal policies and procedures of the Programme Section;
- Effectively and efficiently delegates responsibility and authority, and ensures accountability, to subordinate staff for the delivery of agreed outputs;
- Develops and deploys standard project management tools, and develops the project management and technical skills of the Project Managers and other project staff;
- Provides timely and accurate project tracking, analysis of outputs, and reporting;
- Develops and drives a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and performance optimization across all projects;
- Establishes performance objectives, with appropriate measures for all projects and project staff within the client
- Prepares, and submits for approval, revenue and expenditure forecasts based on established financial goals;
- Is ultimately responsible for the technical outputs of the client, meeting and exceeding client expectations;
- Researches, identifies and introduces appropriate new technologies for the execution of projects across the Unit;
- Plans, develops, implements and maintains appropriate standards, best practices and procedures to all projects in the client
- Other duties as assigned by CEO incorporation to above.
Essential Experience
- Experience in strategic planning and execution. Strong knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management. Experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Ability to manage resources. Knowledge of public relations principles and practices. Knowledge of communication and public relation techniques. Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
- Strong project management skills with proven competencies in project management tools and methodologies. Proven experience in the total financial management of a large and diverse multi-discipline project portfolio. Excellent financial and situational analytical skills and knowledge of analysis techniques;
- Demonstrated ability to grow an existing business, maintain existing client relationships and develop new ones. Excellent organizational and decision-making skills. Strong skills in facilitation management, team leadership, planning and problem solving. Ability to understand the total impact of projects on the entire organization with a holistic perspective (holistic skills). Ability to multi-task and prioritize work schedules. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Work requires professional written and verbal communication in English and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.
- This is normally acquired through a combination of the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Higher Diploma or Project/Program Management Professional Certification is highly desirable and ten (10) years of experience in Projects Management for construction of roads, bridges & infrastructures. along with budgeting and analytical skills. Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel.
Communication and Negotiation Skills
- Good communication (verbal and written) and strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
- Have excellent analytical, and writing skills
- Be results oriented and able to meet strict timelines for outputs
- Be able and willing to travel and work in remote areas in challenging circumstance
- Be a self-motivated, versatile and adaptable to different cultures and people
- Good working knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel), email/internet, ability to operate other Information Management/Database software is highly desirable.
- Experience in providing assistance and support in evaluation and performance monitoring.
- Competent in the use of computers and standard computer software
Languages
Fluent English with exceptional report writing skills
Applicants should send a letter of application and their CV to careers@ctgglobal.com . Please subject your email with BHJOB2678_89. Telephone enquiries may be directed to Emma Kalonzo: Tel: +971 (0)4 331 0377 extn. 206.
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