Emergency Livelihoods Project Manager in ACTED

ACTED is a French non-governmental organization founded in 1993, which supports vulnerable populations affected by humanitarian crises around the world. ACTED provides ongoing support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of post-crisis interventions and preparedness for the long-term challenges facing populations to break the cycle of poverty, promote development and reduce vulnerability to disasters. Our employees are always ready to respond to emergency situations, support and restore sustainable development through 450 projects in 43 countries.

Assignment

Under operational and technical guidance of the Line Project Coordinator is responsible for ensuring proper implementation of ACTED's livelihoods project (Emergency livelihoods).

The Project Manager oversees field operations and ensures effective and timely completion of activities, delivery of quality outputs and achievement of outcomes with maximum impact for beneficiaries. The Project Manager supervises the project staff in day-to-day management of all aspects of the projects under his/her responsibility and liaises with relevant internal departments and external partners and project stakeholders.

< em>The Project Manager will report to and receive technical support and guidance from the Project Coordinator and Technical Coordinator on Economic Security, and is line managed by the Area Coordinator, East.

The position is based in Kharkiv, with regular travel to Kyiv (potentially including extended visits to other regions of implementation).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Project Planning

Develop overall project implementation strategy for the remaining period (1 year), systems, approaches, tools, and materials. Plan the various stages of project implementation and set direction for prioritizing and organizing activities and resources to achieve project objectives

2. Project implementation Follow-up

Oversee and manage the timely implementation of the projects ensuring that technical quality and standards are considered and respected during project(s) implementation. Ensure budget utilization and physical target achievements are reviewed at least once a month as per work plan. Financial, and Operational Management of Project implementation

• Ensure appropriate record keeping, and transparent financial and logistical planning and management of the projects under his/her supervision.
• Manage project teams and recruitment as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with ASTED security policies during project implementation.

4.  External Relations

Ensure appropriate community outreach; coordination with IosaI authorities and coordination groups (FSL Cluster/CWG).

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 years' experience in humanitarian aid in a mamanagement position. 
• Experience in management of economic security program
• Fluent in English, Russian and Ukrainian. 
• Data management skills (Express, Outlook etc.).
• High level of flexibility and motivation.

Conditions:

• Official employment according to the legislation of Ukraine;
• Competitive official salary determined by the ACTED tariff grid;
• Regular performance evaluation and salary increases;
• 28 working days of paid vacation per year;
• Friendly international team of professionals;
< li style="font-weight: 400">Opportunity for career development;
• Medical insurance after 3 months of work with ACTED.

Attention! According to current legislation, upon employment, conscripted citizens of Ukraine must provide military registration documents and update their military registration data.

Attention! Per current legislation, individuals subject to military service duty must provide updated military registration documents while being employed.

Apply:

Interested candidates should send a resume in English or Ukrainian, specifying the position they are applying for in the subject of the letter (messages without specifying the position will not be considered). Only selected candidates will be invited for an interview. ACTED is an equal opportunity employer.

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