Welthungerhilfe (www.welthungerhilfe.de) is one of the large and respected private organisations in the field of development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany. It carries out projects in 39 countries and campaigns for fairer cooperation with developing countries. If you are prepared to dedicate yourself to carrying out projects under sometimes difficult conditions and you match the requirements set out below, we look forward to receiving your application for the position of
Head of Project ( Project Manager ) (m/f)
in Tikrit
The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract until 31/10/2025. The place of work will be Tikrit with frequent visits to fields , in Iraq (IQ). The position is paid according to SG8 Gross Salary (IQD 4,459,000)
The objectives are to manage and implement programmes and projects on the basis of specified directives in terms of content, schedule and budget. The project is carried out in accordance with Welthungerhilfe standards and the directives/provisions of the co-financer.
The Head of Project is responsible for the operative implementation of the project(s) and the appropriate use of funds. He/she is responsible for coordination, planning and implementation, correctly and duly reporting to Welthungerhilfe’s regional office.
Your responsibilities
2. Duties and area of responsibility
2.1. Duties with own area of responsibility
Development and Management of the project(s)
• Carries out the project(s) according to the rules and standards of the co-financing donors and Welthungerhilfe standards for the implementation of projects.
• Ensures that all project relevant support is in place (monitoring, logistics, finance administration, etc.)
• Is responsible for modifying and continuing project planning and the project budget.
• Develops needs based & impact oriented project planning in the context of the ongoing project(s) (in line WHH and country strategy)
• Supports the identification of co-financing opportunities to be pursued and ensures the timely development of successful project proposals in line with the relevant donor regulations and strategies
• Establishes good working relationships with donors and other stakeholders in-country for emergency, rehabilitation and development programmes in coordination with the Country Office
• Reports to the Country Director on the progress of the project(s) and all risks associated with the project work
• Prepares and implements a preparedness plan for disasters and potential crises on the basis of country specific situation
Leadership
• Manages staff according to WHH leadership principles, staff policies and WHH strategy
• Recruits staff
• Responsible for project office management (in case this is delegated to him/her)
• Ensures implementation of WHH policies and their adaption to local conditions
• Is responsible for the establishment and adherence to the projects’ security management system in accordance to the global security policy / guidelines of Welthungerhilfe
Representation, Collaboration and Networking
• Represents WHH in country vis-à-vis selected relevant national and international stakeholders and partners in coordination with country office
• Expands WHH network with relevant stakeholders from civil society, government and academia within the context of projects in responsibility
• Marketing, public relations and local image management
• Accompanies visiting donors and WHH Head Office staff or journalists/or appoints adequate representation
2.2 Duties without own area of responsibility
• Contributes to the country development and strategies, actively participates in strategic discussions and keeps herself/ himself informed of the overall organizational topics
• Actively participates in the Country Management forum and development and strategic planning
• Fulfillment of any other tasks which are assigned by the management and correspond in general with the character of this position