The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is driven by the vision of a world without malnutrition
Senior Project Manager, Indonesia (6 months Maternity Cover)
The Senior Project Manager will report to the Country Manager. S/he will ensure that the interventions by the different executing agencies are as per work plans and that their activities are well coordinated amongst one another, so that overall project milestones and goals are met. S/he will be expected to provide technical support as required.
S/he will supervise two direct reports who will be part of the Maternal Infant Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) team that will oversee project implementation by the executing agencies.
This will include working with all levels of government, civil society, private sector and academia to facilitate a supportive stakeholder environment in close coordination with the Country Manager.
Responsibilities
Project Management
- Closely monitor the implementation of the individual work plans of the various components of the Baduta project.
- Foster strong collaboration between implementing agencies by facilitating regular meetings
- Accountable for the overall Baduta project management and timely delivery against plan of the Project, reporting, and responsibility for technical and financial documentation for all GAIN, donor and Government of Indonesia requirements.
- Monitors the project budget, checks documentation submitted by executing agents and recommends disbursement of funds.
- Responsible for timely convening, facilitation and associated documentation of the project. Responsible for identification and drafting of Terms of Reference for planned and ad hoc requests for technical assistance.
- Ensure timely flow of project-related information between project partners, Country Manager and GAIN Directors as is relevant to successful project implementation and the good standing of GAIN’s brand and Country Office.
- Work closely with the Senior Technical Specialist and the MLR team to ensure that the Impact Evaluation Consortium coordinates their work with the Program Delivery team.
- Visits the field regularly to ensure that project progress is on track and to design and implement risk mitigation plans if required.
- Responsible for coordinating between HQ and the communication agency for implementing the communications strategy and associated reporting.
- Educate and influence key opinion leaders, medical professionals and Associations on the importance of increasing uptake of fortified foods by pregnant women and children 6-24 months.
- Collaborates with Country Manager, GAIN Director’s and the P&A global team to mobilize civil society, private sector and community networks to align with the Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) movement.
- Represents GAIN at project review meetings with the government and donor, technical groups and seminars/conferences and facilitating alignment with key stakeholders.
- Advocate for the GAIN model with other potential stakeholders and donors.
- In consultation with the Country Manager, review the team progress and performance.
- Motivate and manage the team and provide support as necessary to ensure that they are able to achieve their goals.
- Minimum of ten years of experience including strong project management.
- Existing network in Indonesia is a plus
- Demonstrated success in managing multi-disciplinary teams in time-bound programs.
- Strong understanding of public health required.
- Experience of delivering an integrated MIYCN/MCH program highly desirable.
- Experience working in multi-stakeholders/community level.
- Excellent project management capabilities
- Proven leadership and management capabilities
- Strong communication and advocacy 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 PowerPoint skills.
- Degree in nutrition, food science, health or a suitable equivalent is required.
- Diploma or equivalent certification in project management or business administration is highly desirable
- Fluent written and verbal English. Bahasa Indonesia is a plus.
- A willingness and ability to travel in challenging environments
How to apply:
If you are interested, please, send your CV and cover letter via: HERE
