Project Manager

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• Overall project management including management of human resources, financial/resource, logistics, implementation, risk, and stakeholders.
• Supervise and oversee project operations under his/her direct responsibility to meet targets and goals specified in the project scope and documents.
• Supervise project teams to optimize the quality and efficiency of their outputs and to maintain a high degree of satisfaction with their job and personal development.
• Represent CARE-Afghanistan in external and internal events and establish and maintain a good working relationship with all key stakeholders to ensure coordination, partnership and mutual support.
• Collaborate in resource mobilization and design of new initiatives to ensure CARE work continues and receives funding.
• Generate evidence-based learning, documentation, and reports from project implementation to share and inform future programming.
• Ensure alignment of the project’s interventions with CARE global priorities and strategies and the CO program strategy including cross-cutting areas (GED, Advocacy, and Inclusive governance).
• Provide overall technical support and guidance in the development and implementation of CARE’s health nutrition program. 

  Project Management:

• • In close collaboration with Health Equity Right PC and the PQ team, respond to requests for proposals or develop new project frameworks and designs.
  • Contributes development of health and nutrition program strategies and contributes to CARE’s overall program strategy.
  • In close collaboration with the Senior Coordinator and the MEAL Team review project technical documents and plan and make necessary amendments and modifications.

  ·       Ensure project management processes are well implemented to meet the project requirements.

  ·       Address the relevant concerns and expectations of the stakeholders in planning and executing the project with support from the program and CO management.

  ·       Represent CO and the relevant projects at the national and international level.

  ·       Ensure appropriate monitoring and evaluation mechanisms are in place to ensure project implementation according to the project agreed requirements.

  ·       Ensure project implementing partners deliver quality services to the beneficiaries and provide timely reporting on project activities.

  ·       Review and prepare quality project reports based on plans, progress, and needs/requests.

  ·       Ensures integration of core concepts of advocacy, governance, gender, equity & diversity in developing/designing and implementing projects/plans.

  ·       Provide high-quality technical oversight and technical and capacity-building support to the project team.

  ·       Improve program quality by ensuring lessons learned and best practices are documented and communicated to shape strategies and future projects.

  ·       Keep abreast of sector trends, developments, and policy and adapt and promote the introduction of new methodologies, innovations, and best practices.

  ·       Propose new innovative and new approaches and integrate them into program strategy and design.

  Financial Management:

• Effective and accurate Financial Resources Management focusing on the achievement of the following results:

  • Develop project budgets in close collaboration with the finance, procurement, and other concerned departments.
  • Ensure proper planning, expenditure tracking, and audit of financial and program resources by CARE rules and regulations.
  • Conduct budget vs. expense analysis of the project and consult with Finance Unit or Provincial Manager for any variance.
  • Make sure financial reports are submitted timely and with high standards and quality as per donor requirements;Human Resource Management and Staff Development:

  • The PM in compliance with CO human resources policies and strategies is ensured at all times, including:

    • Hiring of qualified staff as per the project staffing need and structure.
    • Recruitment processes and performance management systems are properly overseen, ensuring the link of job design with recruitment career development, and learning management.
    • Undertakes Performance Management Process (PMP) of her/his supervisees.
    • Staff learning opportunities are promoted, and the implementation of the capacity development plan at the project level is ensured.
    • Ensure project implementing partners receive technical support from CARE Afghanistan to better manage and implement project activities.

     Stakeholder Coordination and Engagement:

  • • Ensure project stakeholders' expectations are well identified, analyzed, and managed during the project life cycle.
    • Stakeholders' engagements are well managed by regular and professional communication to ensure their expectations are met and any issues that arise in a timely addressed.  
    • Ensures that reports reflecting lessons learned are documented, circulated, and shared in a timely and effective manner within and outside the organization as appropriate and relevant.
    • Ensures all lessons learned are incorporated and integrated as required into new initiatives and project designs.
    • Participate and represent CARE and project in the relevant stakeholder meetings and forums.

     Core Competencies:

  • The incumbent is expected to demonstrate strong competencies in problem analysis, partnership development, team leadership, and project management. She will exercise delegated authority and professional judgment in the following areas:

    ·       Effectively manage and utilize project budgets in accordance with organizational policies, ensuring proper control of expenditures, including over- and under-spending.

    ·       Contribute to the identification and prioritization of project locations, ensuring appropriate and equitable allocation of program resources based on needs and context.

    ·       Provide informed recommendations on staff performance management, including promotions, reassignment, and capacity development, in line with organizational policies.

    ·       Strengthen collaboration and foster strategic partnerships with consortium partners, stakeholders, and relevant authorities to enhance program effectiveness.

    ·       Lead, mentor, and support team members to promote high performance, accountability, and continuous professional growth.

  • OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AS ASSIGNED

  • Responsibilities on Safety and Security, Gender and Inclusion and Safeguarding and Child Protection:

     [base location] at CARE are expected to adhere to Safety & Security responsibilities, emphasizing team and individual accountability to maintain a safe environment. This includes readiness, compliance, and active engagement to mitigate risks through awareness, reporting, and policy enforcement.

     Gender equality and inclusion are fundamental at CARE, promoting equal rights and challenging discriminatory norms to achieve social justice. We foster an inclusive workplace respecting diverse gender identities, abilities, backgrounds, and experiences through dialogue, training, and diversity initiatives. All CARE staff must uphold ethical standards, following codes of conduct to prevent abuse, including sexual harassment, exploitation, and neglect. Regular monitoring ensures accountability to uphold these principles and support our mission of social justice and poverty alleviation.

Education: Medical Doctor, Graduated from a recognized medical university, Master in Public Health will be a plus Point

Work Experience: At least 5 years of managing health and nutrition projects with BPHS implementing NGOs, Working with UN agencies and INGOs and related supervisory roles in different positions.

 • Proven experience in program implementation, monitoring, and evaluation (M&E) processes.

• Demonstrated experience in team leadership, management, and administrative functions.

• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to actively listen.

• Experience coordinating multiple teams and managing several projects simultaneously.

• Experience in budget development and financial management.

• Experience working in challenging environments, including during humanitarian crises or disaster responses.

• Willingness and ability to remain operational during emergencies (natural or man-made disasters).

• Availability and flexibility to meet demanding work requirements, including extended hours if needed.

• Experience of protection and child-focused empowerment programs.

Skills:

-Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and local languages.

-Strong report writing and proposal development skills.

-Proficiency in project management tools and administrative reporting systems.

-Good knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

-Solid understanding of health and nutrition project implementation.

-Knowledge of community engagement and women empowerment approaches.

-Strong supervision and monitoring skills.

-Ability to build strong interpersonal and inter-project relationships.

-Effective problem-solving skills.

-Good cultural awareness and contextual understanding.

-Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.

-Capacity to create a conducive working environment.

-Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders

• Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form)  to afg.vacancies@care.org.
• Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
• Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line (Project Manager  CARE-AF-1470 Kabul) otherwise your application will not be considered.
• Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
• The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
• CARE IS COMMITTED TO CHILD PROTECTION POLICY (Available at:  http://bit.ly/CAREAFG_Child_Protection_Policy)

Equal Opportunity Statement

CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

MDS (Misconduct Disclosure Scheme)

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