Human Resources Development Department
International Labour Office
Vacancy No: TC/2011/NAIROBI/02
Title: Project Manager
Grade: P.4
Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment
Date: 29 August 2011
Application Deadline: 9 September 2011
Organization unit: EMP/INVEST
ILO - SOMALIA
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
This is a Technical Cooperation position therefore the recruitment process falls outside Annex 1 of the ILO Staff Regulations. Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization.
A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.
The following are eligible to apply:
- ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 15 and 16 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
- External candidates.
INTRODUCTION
The challenges of implementing a high profile Programme in the environment Somalia presently offers should not be under estimated. The security setting, fluid political landscape and the (often) conflicting expectations of communities, local and central authorities and international donors present a challenge to all organisations.
The position is located in Nairobi for the ILO Somalia Programme and will contribute to the overall management of the Programme in delivering against the Decent Work Programme.
The Projects Manager requires exceptional skills to deliver against expectations. The person has an ability to work in a complex, changeable, environment where the need to develop and manage process and build the capacity of institutions is paramount if tangible benefits are to be delivered. This is a challenging and very rewarding position.
Security of all personnel is the primary concern of ILO and given the setting in Somalia, the ILO international team currently operates out of Nairobi with missions in to Somalia (given a secure operating environment).
The ILO Somalia Programme is placing ever greater emphasis on job creation, using the employment intensive component and the local economic development process as a springboard for building enterprise development and ensuring there is longevity in decent work opportunities created. A major part of this position will be ensuring close linkages between all facets of work, working with fellow Managers and Technical Advisers and Programme Officers/Coordinators.
ILO has never worked in isolation and with the United Nations Strategic Assistance for Somalia, UNSAS, the need for collaboration is further emphasized. To this end, this position will play an integral role in ensuring ILO continues to fulfill its mandate within the overall UN system and continue to raise its profile in all forums
Under the direct supervision of, and reporting directly to, the CTA of the ILO Somalia Programme.
Supervise the Project Officer Mogadishu and contribute to the management of the work assigned to the Programme Officer Garowe.
Description of Duties
The Project Manager will be primarily responsible for the institutional and technical capacity development and improvements of livelihood of vulnerable households in urban and peri-urban areas in Galcayo. They will complement the work of other team members and be an active participant within the team ensuring ideas are generated and taken through to implementation when needed. They will also collaborate with other ILO country programmes/projects and local and international cooperation and implementing partners.
Obtain and contribute material and case studies for ILO and for partner fora on best practices in crisis-affected areas in activities such as linking relief to recovery, infrastructure development and employment creation, local economic recovery and development, stimulating enterprise and market development, improving the business environment and overall contribute to peace building.
The Project Manager will build, within the Somali Programme Team, the following Programme activities:
- The development, planning, management and coordination of all employment intensive infrastructure programme activities in Somalia inclusive of Somaliland, Puntland.
- Lead, where appropriate, the development of the regional Employment for Peace proposals (noting particularly input of hard data from pastoralist areas).
- Work alongside other team members looking at rural-urban employment issues related to changing economic drivers and devise urban programming to reflect changes stemming flows where appropriate and possible with green and environmental sustainable employment creation. .
- Take an active part in specialist forums with regard to infrastructure, environment, water and other sectoral working groups in the UN system or the wider Somali Support Secretariat. Also, in liaison with colleagues, take forward ILO's position in cross cutting themes such as rights to/at work, gender, disability, HIV Aids and environment.
- Make significant contributions to mobilization of funds for the ILO, developing project proposals for new projects, maximizing opportunities for interagency collaboration through the UNTP joint programme framework.
- Take forward the ILO's contribution to "one UN" harmonization processes within the overall RDP and UNSAS frameworks and, notably, within the Joint Programme.
- Assist in the improvement of systems for Programme management, logistical and support services.
- Promote the ILO Decent Work agenda as it applies to projects/project activities.
Technical duties
- Offer technical input and assist formulation of projects to deliver against the Decent Work Programme.
- When delegated by the CTA, lead the evolution of the structuring and organization of initiatives and projects assisting the CTA in continuing the development of the management structure fitting to the overall strategy
- Review and recommend further improvements to project and financial management in line with work undertaken and meeting the variations in operational conditions. This to include:-
- Obtain and contribute material and case studies for ILO and for partner forums on best practices in crisis-affected areas.
- Any other specific functions that may reasonably be assigned from time-to-time by the CTA of the ILO Somalia Programme.
Managerial duties
- The Projects Manager will directly manage the work of the Project Officer Mogadishu
- The Projects Manager will also, in collaboration with the CTA and Project Manager JPLG, manage the input of the Technical Advisors.
- The Projects Manager will also, in liaison with the CTA, Project Manager JPLG and the Technical Advisors set work plans for the Programme Officers Garowe and Hargeisa (and in the future a possible Programme Officer Mogadishu)
- Through processes developed to build participation, manage the identification and development of specific implementation elements within projects including financing and work plans, ensuring appropriate synergies, sequencing of activities.
- Be responsible for all donors reporting related to projects under the Projects manager. Drawing on the expertise of the Project Officers, Programme Officer - Nairobi and the Finance and Administration team, prepare all necessary donor reports, building on agreed formats to report monthly/quarterly activities.
- Participate to Programme and thematic collaboration and other processes.
- Actively manage the development of media and communication initiatives to enhance the visibility of the Programme and its donors plus deliver key points with regard to lessons learned and innovative ways of working developed.
- Facilitate internal/external Programme evaluations, audits and related lesson learning activities
- Under the management of the CTA, ensure MOSS and EMOSS compliance of Programme activities and safeguard Programme personnel and assets.
Required Qualifications
Education
Advanced university degree in economics, social science, development studies or related field.
Experience
At least seven years experience, including three years at the international level, with demonstrated experience in the field of Project Formulation and Management. Experience in East Africa and conflict settings will be an added advantage.
Languages
Excellent command of English. Knowledge of Somali will be an added advantage.
Demonstrated ability to manage and evaluate projects. Demonstrated technical expertise in formulating new concepts and methodologies, training materials, alternative courses of action and project proposals. Ability to prepare technical publications, reports and recommendations.
Managerial capacities to implement projects and organize meetings. Ability to work in teams, cultural awareness and networking skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to succinctly explain highly technical/complex issues to non-experts.
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