The Program Manager, Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) is responsible for all FSL projects in the Greater Bahr el Ghazal region. The work is with vulnerable households to provide the means to improve and secure food production. Responsibilities include developing new projects (in coordination with the Program Development team and Area Coordinator), supervising project staff, overseeing project implementation and management, reporting, and working closely with government counterparts. The Program Manager should demonstrate a strong Christian faith and willingness to work together for the good of the team.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop new projects: oversee research for potential project sites, design projects to meet observed and documented needs, assist in developing proposals, budgets, and logframes, and oversee activity implementation of all FSL sectors. • Supervise project staff: recruit and train needed staff, develop work plans for staff, manage implementation of plans for staff and ensure objectives are met, and work to develop staff capacity in relevant areas. • Oversee project implementation: closely monitor execution of project plans and supervise the implementation of all program activities, manage project budgets and ensure that budgets are appropriately spent according to donor requirements, monitor the progress of project outputs, and ensure quality delivery on a continual basis. • Reporting: prepare and submit weekly and monthly internal reports, prepare and submit donor reports as needed • Work closely with NGOs and government counterparts ensuring partnerships are developed with state ministries. • Attend cluster coordination meetings. • When possible, engage relevant line ministry staff and work with local offices on information sharing and activity updates. • Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers. • Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public. • Assess, manage, and report critical physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ. • Bachelor’s degree in related field such as Agriculture or one to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. • One year of college-level Biblical studies is preferred. • Field-level management experience, preferably in Africa. • Able to be diplomatic in communications with all NGO, governmental, and community partners. • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in an ever changing environment. • Must be culturally sensitive and respectful of church leaders from all denominations. • Ability to speak Arabic or Dinka preferred.
12 month contract with the potential for renewal.
This is an unaccompanied position.
Mission Statement: Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Distinct Objectives: The work of Samaritan’s Purse is marked by five distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles: Proclaim the Gospel - Exalt Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the world Serve with Excellence - Exceed the world’s standard while serving the purposes of God’s kingdom Respond with Compassionate Action - Expedite our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister Demonstrate Biblical Integrity - Exhibit character and integrity personally, at home and work Walk in Bold Faith - Expect God to do the impossible-- “God Room”
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