Project Manager

Vacancy title:
Project Manager

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Business Management and Administration , Category: Management ]

Jobs at:

CIMMYT

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, May 17 2024
Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka, South – Central Africa

JOB DETAILS:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated candidate for the position of Project Manager to be based in Zambia. This is a nationally recruited position and is open to all Zambians with excellent academic records and relevant experiences. The LRS Project Manager will serve as the lead for the EU-SIFAZ project, stationed in Zambia. This role entails comprehensive management of project budgets, contracts, communications, performance monitoring, and coordination with CIMMYT.

Key Responsibilities:
• Review monthly expenditures
• Assess Zambia office liquidation reports and funds requests monthly
• Allocate budget codes for expenditures as necessary
• Provide support for asset procurements and inventory management
• Supervise subgrants in compliance with donor requirements
• Ensure timely submission of technical and financial reports from partners/subgrantees
• Facilitate payment disbursements as required
• Develop or oversee content for various communication platforms
• Customize written materials for diverse audiences including donors, government partners, and farmers
• Review and edit written materials produced by the project team
• Achieve project deliverables outlined in Annual Workplans
• Maintain the annual results tracker/results framework for donors
• Assist staff with indicator reporting if mandated by donors
• Compile, edit, and submit annual and semi-annual reports for donors
• Assist in developing annual project implementation plans
• Manage project HR activities including recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations following CIMMYT/IITA procedures
• Organize leadership committee meetings, technical meetings, and planning sessions as necessary
• Serve as a liaison for all implementing partners
• Supervise project staff as required

Requirements
• Master’s degree in business administration, Finance, Public Administration, or equivalent; alternatively, a BBA in Project Management or related field
• Experience in managing projects funded by FAO, EU, USAID, or GIZ is advantageous
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in both corporate and non-profit environments
• Demonstrated experience in project and budget management for a minimum of 5 years
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with proficiency in presentation and negotiation
• Proficient in MS Office suite and advanced internet skills
• High cultural sensitivity and ability to understand the needs of staff and partners
• Strong sense of responsibility, discretion, and capability to work under pressure
• Effective team leadership skills
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 certification desired

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Associate Degree

Job application procedure
• Benefits
• Kindly fill and submit the online form no later than Thursday 16th May 2024.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality. Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should send their CVs