Director of Programmes  The Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of project design, proposal writing, donor compliance, project management, and reporting. He/she will also be the USAID Budget Holder, handling and controlling a wide variety of procurement and administrative financing issues related to maintenance, repair and operating and capital equipment purchases, and contracting services and contracts administration. Some travel within Zimbabwe and externally will be required Overall responsible for the design, implementation and Monitoring & Evaluation of the project Responsible for project budgets and grants management in line with the donor requirements. Establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and government authorities to enhance collaboration and networks. Assist senior managers with resource mobilization initiatives. Development of project proposals and concept notes for the organization. Provide technical support in Reproductive health, Family planning, HIV/AIDS programme design, technical reviews and evaluation to PSZ staff and key stakeholders. Appraising and capacity development of staff, including appropriate and systematic delegation. Compilation of program monthly, quarterly, Annul and end of project reports Assist in the development of Information, Education & Communication (IEC) material. Supervision of consultancy
Scope of the Job
Project Management:
Ensuring effective and efficient overall implementation of the project in line with Donor Agreements. Ensuring grants and budget management in line with the Donor Requirements Ensure compliance to donor regulations Where appropriate, act as the Donor Contact person for the project Ensure timeous submission of accurate project financial and narrative reports to relevant authorities, Country Management Team (CMT) and Donors Providing an efficient network and synergies for the coordination of the project with all stakeholders Constant monitoring and evaluation of the project to ensure compliance with donor regulations and project work plans Recruit, supervise and capacity development of all project staff in conjunction with other relevant departments Provide project updates to the Director of Programmes and external relations and Country Management Team
Programme Resource Maintain an accurate and up to date data base of donors, all International NGOs and Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs) related to our core business and networking opportunities (including United Nations (UN) agencies, all health organisations etc) in all our operating provinces Do project proposal writing under the direction of the Director of Programmes
Project Meetings Communicate USAID requirements with project teams and ensure smooth project implementation Facilitate the organisation of meetings with Key stakeholders and community leaders. Prepare and circulate meeting reports and minutes Facilitate project advocacy and awareness raising meetings Conduct annual review meetings with project staff
Budget Management Ensure proper coding of expenses in line with budgets Monitor monthly expenditures against budgets and explain variances Work with finance to ensure that expenditure incurred is in line with the USAID grant. Carry out any other relevant duties assigned by the Director of Programmes, in line with PSZ objectives     A relevant first degree plus a Masters in Development studies or any related field   Clean Class 4 Driver�s License. Highly developed interpersonal skills Extremely strong writing skills Effective team player Outgoing.High quality reports. Project Reports completed timely, accurately to a high level of professionalism Good relations and team orientated approach with project staff and other departments. Well knowledgeable Project Management to enhance decision-making and improve infrastructure development. Represent the organisation in a mature, professional and non-subjective manner Timely distribution of all reports including quarterly meeting reports Collaborate with the Finance Director to ensure Projects/Finance monthly meetings are conducted with feedback given to CMT
SKILLS/ABILITIES: Results oriented approach Ability to prioritise Ability to work as part of a team Sensitivity to clients and high regard for confidentiality Positive attitude towards personal choice and non judgmental  

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