MHPSS Program Manager

Responsibilities:

1. Development of Project Guidelines:

• Create comprehensive project guidelines and frameworks, outlining the scope, objectives, and key deliverables of each project.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

2. Implementation of Project Management and Analysis:

• Implement effective project management methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Conduct thorough project analysis, identifying risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

3. Development of Budget and Expenditure Strategy:

• Formulate and oversee the implementation of budget and expenditure strategies for all projects.
• Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accurate financial forecasting and resource allocation.

4. Professional Management of Project Team:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate project teams to ensure high performance and successful project outcomes.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, promoting effective communication and teamwork.

5. Monitoring of Project Matters:

• Monitor all aspects of project execution, including timelines, resource utilization, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Implement corrective actions as needed to address issues and ensure project success.

6. Compliance with Quality Standards:

• Establish and enforce quality standards for project deliverables.
• Ensure that all projects adhere to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.

7. Act as Overall Program Focal Point:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all program-related matters, liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on program progress, challenges, and successes.

8. Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development of a long-term strategy for program development and growth.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and improvement.

• A bachelor’s / diploma’s degree in psychology, social work, public health, international development, or a related field.
• Previous experience (at least 3 years) in coordinating humanitarian or development projects.
• Experience managing teams and working with diverse stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, NGOs, and international organizations.
• Familiarity with the humanitarian aid sector, including knowledge of donor requirements, reporting standards, and project management methodologies.
• Knowledge of the socio-cultural context, including awareness of the ongoing conflict and its impact on mental health and well-being.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Proficiency in written and spoken in Arabic & English, Kurdish is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office package including MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook.

• Qualified candidates may send their applications to the e-mail address: [email protected]
• The application must include a maximum 2-page Updated CV.
• As the subject of the e-mail should be named with the Job Reference: VN24-MHPSS-PM
• VIYAN reserves the right of starting the interviews with selected candidates before the closing date.