Project Manager

Pak Mission Society

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Posted date	6th December, 2024	Last date to apply	16th December, 2024
Country	Pakistan	Locations	Rajanpur
Category	Project Management
Salary	220k - 240k
Type	Contractual	Position	1
Experience	6 years
Status	Closed

About the Organization: Pak Mission Society (PMS) is a national relief and development organization established in 2004 and registered on 13 February 2008 under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860 at the Office of the Provincial Registrar Joint Stock Companies & Societies, Peshawar, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.

Pak Mission Society was initiated by a group of Christian professionals whose collective vision was to bring hope and love by responding to human suffering and disasters through emergency relief efforts and delivering long-term rehabilitation and development programs.

Pak Mission Society was established to reach and serve unreached and underprivileged communities regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, class, religion, and social background.

The organization aims to catalyse holistic transformation and development through relationships based on dignity and respect and the transparent, fair, rights-based allocation of relief and development resources.

Since its inception, Pak Mission Society (PMS) has focused on working with communities in Pakistan’s most difficult-to-access and impoverished areas such as District Kohistan and District Shangla in the north of Pakistan, District Sanghar in Sindh, District Rajanpur in Punjab, District Peshawar in KP and District Lasbella in Balochistan.

Job Summary: The Project Manager will play a critical role in project management, implementing, financial management and monitoring interventions aimed at enhancing food security and promoting sustainable livelihood opportunities along with and integration of DRR and WASH. Working in the context of Rajanpur socio-economic and environmental challenges, He will focus on improving household food availability, access, and utilization while building the resilience of vulnerable communities, including displaced populations and those affected by natural disasters or socio-economic shocks.
Job Responsibilities:

Key Objective	Task descriptions
Objective # 1: Technical Role	Lead the project implementation of integrated projects. Align these interventions with national strategies, donor priorities, and the overarching goals of the organization to maximize impact and sustainability. Develop a project implementation technical strategy to empower local populations and improve their resilience. Additional activities could encompass livestock management programs to improve household income and agricultural innovation initiatives that introduce climate-smart practices and technologies, ensuring adaptability to changing environmental conditions. Prioritize the inclusion of marginalized and vulnerable groups, such as women, youth, and persons with disabilities, in all program components. Iintegrate DRR and WASH components into food security and livelihood projects, fostering a holistic approach to resilience building. For example, introduce flood-resistant crop varieties, improve water management practices, and conduct community-based DRR training to mitigate risks associated with climate change and natural disasters. Similarly, ensure WASH facilities are accessible, sustainable, and aligned with health and hygiene promotion efforts. Conduct comprehensive needs assessments, including baseline and end-line surveys, to identify critical gaps and vulnerabilities in food security, livelihood opportunities, disaster risk reduction (DRR), and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sectors. Capacity building of staff to ensure the quality implementation.
Objective # 2: Programme Management	Design and update comprehensive project cycle management documents, including detailed implementation plan, HR plan, etc. Oversee the execution of project activities in alignment with project goals, objectives, and donor requirements, ensuring adherence to timelines. Identify potential risks throughout the project lifecycle, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor risk indicators to proactively address issues. Resolve conflicts among team members, stakeholders, or project activities through negotiation, mediation, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards and comply with organizational, legal, and donor-specific requirements. Prepare and present periodic progress reports, impact assessments, and project documentation for internal management and external stakeholders, including donors. Lead response efforts during emergencies (if any), recovery, and developmental phases, including floods, droughts, or displacement crises, ensuring rapid assessment and implementation of relief interventions.
Objective # 3: Programme Financial Management	Prepare budget consumption plan and manage project budget, ensuring optimal utilization of resources in line with financial policies and donor requirements. Participate in monthly budget vs actual meetings and update the budget projections. Oversee procurement processes for program inputs, ensuring transparency and efficiency.
Objective # 4: Monitoring & Evaluation	Conduct regular and systematic field visits to evaluate the quality of program implementation, ensuring adherence to established organizational, donor, and international standards. Establish mechanisms for real-time data collection, management, and analysis, leveraging digital tools and platforms to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Document lessons learned, challenges encountered, and best practices identified throughout the project lifecycle. Organize learning workshops, debriefing sessions, and case studies to capture these insights and ensure they inform future programming. Support the MEAL team in regularly monitoring and evaluating the impact of implemented interventions to ensure they meet their objectives and deliver measurable outcomes. Adapt and refine strategies based on feedback and lessons learned and promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Objective # 5: Coordination/Networking/ Partnership	Collaborate with local stakeholders, including government authorities, NGOs, and private sector partners, to ensure the integration of interventions into broader development frameworks and policies. Advocate for sustainable practices and the scaling up of successful models, contributing to long-term food security and livelihood improvements in the region. Represent the organization in coordination forums such as the Food Security Cluster, Livelihood Working Group, and Cash Working Group (CWG) to advocate for program priorities. Collaborate closely with program teams to integrate feedback from beneficiaries and stakeholders into program design and implementation processes.
Objective # 6: Team Management & Capacity building	Supervise and mentor project staff to ensure efficient program delivery. Organize capacity-building workshops and training sessions for staff. Promote a collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing among staff and stakeholders.

Job Specifications:

Education:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or a master’s degree in agriculture, Rural Development, Project Management or Social sciences related fields.
Additional certifications in DRR, WASH, or FSL are advantageous.

Work Experience:

5-7 years of experience in project management with expertise in integrated FSL, WASH, and DRR projects.
Proven track record of designing and implementing livestock and agriculture-focused livelihood programs.
Experience in community engagement, capacity building, and partnership development

Skills and Competencies:

Knowledge of livestock disease management, vaccination programs, and climate-resilient breeding practices.
Proficiency in designing WASH infrastructure and DRR risk assessments.
Strong analytical and data management skills for monitoring project impacts.
Excellent project planning, budgeting, and risk management skills.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and manage diverse teams.
Effective communication and report-writing skills in English and Urdu.

The duties listed above covers most of the tasks that would be performed by the job holder in this position; however, staff may be assigned any other official tasks as and when required.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: Pak Mission Society is committed to building a diverse organization and an environment of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Safeguarding: Pak Mission Society is committed to Safeguarding of Children and Adults and in no way tolerate any harm to our beneficiaries.

Child Safeguarding: Ensuring the safety and well-being of children, protecting them from abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Adult Safeguarding: Protecting vulnerable adults, including the elderly or individuals with disabilities, from harm, abuse, or neglect.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, origin, gender, age, marital status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Zero Tolerance to PSEA: Pak Mission Society has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by Pak Mission Society ‘s personnel against the people they serve. All forms of sexual exploitation and abuse are incompatible with the universally accepted norms, values, principles and standards that underpin our [Name of the organization].

Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone and all selected candidates will be required to comply with the Pak Mission Society’s PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process.

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