Global Allianc For Improved Nutrition is recruiting a Project Manager, to be based in Maputo.
Duties
- Implement and oversee the implementation of the project’s main activities—Innovation Accelerator, Community of Practice, Technical Advisory Committee meetings, etc
- Fulfil primary project management, reporting technical and financial documentation responsibilities for all GAIN, donor and Government of Mozambique requirements
- Act as main point of contact between GAIN and Marketplace Grantees (agribusinesses)
- Create Terms of Reference, Granting Agreements, Terms Sheets, in accordance with GAIN requirements
- Ensure quality of business planning and technical assistance delivered to Marketplace grantees by supervising external consultants
- Support direct supervisor to liaise with the Marketplace Investment Committee (MIC)
- Effectively manage performance of sub-contractors and technical consultants
- Report on the program progress, budget, and management of the funds, with support from direct supervisor
- Visit the field regularly to ensure that project progress is on track and risk mitigation plan is up to date
- Coordinate Monitoring & Evaluation activities with Monitoring, Learning and Research team
Requisites
- Solid professional experience particularly in project management
- Strong understanding of agribusiness in Mozambique
- Proven business acumen
- Experience of delivering donor-funded programs highly desirable
- Private Sector experience highly desirable
Skills & Attributes
- Proven project management capabilities
- Proven ability to manage consultants and subcontractors
- Strong inter-personal skills and the ability to work with agribusiness managers from a variety of backgrounds (Mozambican and international)
- Experience in agriculture or business, with agribusiness experience preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High level of professionalism and integrity
- Clear and systematic thinking that demonstrates good judgment, expert problem solving, and creativity
- Computer literacy with good Excel, MS Word, Outlook, and Power Point skills
- A BA in business administration, or a suitable equivalent is required
- Fluent written and verbal English and Portuguese
- A willingness and ability to travel in rural Mozambique
- Right to work in Mozambique
Notes
- Only short listed applicants will be contacted
- Kindly reference the source of this job post: emprego.co.mz
How to Apply
1. Documentation
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- References
2. Application
- Send an email to pverdugo@gainhealth.org with the subject line "Improved Nutrition - GAIN is recruiting a Project Manager"