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Action contre la Faim GFFO Project Director Uganda Action contre la Faim Jobs 2024

Action contre la Faim looking for “GFFO Project Director”. Applicants with an Advanced degree may apply on or before 24-Jul-24.

The Action contre la Faim has published a job vacancy announcement on 04/07/2024 for qualified applicants to fill in the vacant post of GFFO Project Director to be based in , Uganda. For more jobs, please visit https://unjoblink.org

Company Name: Action contre la Faim

Job Title: GFFO Project Director

Duty Station: , Uganda

Country: Uganda

Application Deadline: 24-Jul-24

Responsibilities:

 I. Program and Quality: Ensure the project aligns with the proposal, work plan, budget, and Action Against Hunger’s strategic goals. Implement effective monitoring and quality control measures.

· Oversee the implementation of the multi-sectoral/country project, ensuring it aligns with the narrative proposal, logical framework, work plan and budget and the knowledge and Innovation Hub department’s strategic goals.

· Ensure knowledge and adherence to humanitarian quality standards and donor compliance. Including effective, transparent, and responsive compliance mechanisms

· Develop detailed project work plans, budgets, and monitoring mechanisms to track progress and achieve project objectives jointly with the respective country focal.

· Ensure adaptive approach within program team, ensuring regular review of programmatic data and beneficiary and community feedback, to remain responsive to needs, preferences, and changing context.

· Conduct timely review of program delivery against GFFO project goals, outcomes and outputs as well Action Against Hunger Standards.

· Proactively identify, assess, monitor and implement measures to reduce or control risks that may impact program delivery, quality or compliance.

II. Coordination, Representation and Advocacy: Coordinate with stakeholders, lead project reviews, represent Action Against Hunger in meetings, and advocate for project goals.

· Coordinate with relevant stakeholders, including ACF Germany, country offices, collaborates, and government authorities, to ensure effective project implementation and adherence to agreed-upon standards.

· Lead regular project review meetings and provide high-level updates on progress, risks, and potential mitigations on regular basis to Action Against Hunger- German: GFFO Africa Project Manager and the PDQ-HEARO and relevant stakeholders on project status, challenges, and achievements.

· Working closely with the GFFO country focal, and Head of departments (Nutrition, FSL, WASH, MEAL, Advocacy/Communications), to lead the development of technically sound programmatic work plans and spending plans, reviewing plans regularly and proposing adaptations as needed.

· Liaise regularly with Action Against Hunger field staff, sectoral Coordinators to promote intra-organizational learning to promote effective implementation of projects in country.

· Working closely with the MEAL Coordinator, ensure high quality data is collected, key program lessons are mapped and adequately documented and find opportunities for evaluations and quality improvement.

· Attend national, Regional and global level sector-based and resilience meetings and other workshops, working groups, and coordination forums as required to analyze and present current program data in creative new ways to influence discussions on GFFO implementation and foster close coordination and collaboration.

III. Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor project progress, consolidate reports from implementing countries, and submit high-quality reports to donors on time.

· Ensure regular monitoring of work plans and progress of activities on grants, actively participating in Project Cycle Meetings, including Project Design Meetings, Project Opening Meetings, Project Implementation Meetings, Project Learning Meetings, and Grant Closing Meetings.

· Lead the consolidation (from the 4 Implementing Countries )  and production of high-quality narrative and financial donor reports to Action Against Hunger- German: GFFO Africa Project Manager as per agreed-upon schedules (monthly, quarterly, and/or annually) on grant activities, indicators and achievements, ensuring that all internal and external reporting requirements are met, are of high quality and are submitted on time

· Undertake regular field visits to assess progress and identify technical quality issues and/or other implementation issues, provide solutions and implement modifications as required.

· Ensure reporting templates are shared in a timely manner with respective staff responsible for developing reports and are supported to generate quality reporting.

· Facilitate regular project assessments and evaluations to measure progress and impact against predefined indicators and targets and utilize monitoring data to identify areas for improvement and learning, and incorporate lessons learned into project planning and implementation.

· Ensure that project documentation, including reports, case studies, and success stories, is organized and accessible for internal and external purposes.

IV. Finance & Compliance Management: Ensure efficient and transparent use of resources, manage budgets effectively, and comply with donor regulations.

·  Ensure that program resources, including financial, are used effectively and transparently and to achieve program objectives

· Work closely and coordinate with Action Against Hunger Supply chain, finance and grant teams to ensure timely and compliant program activities and expenditures.

·  Work closely with the Regional and Country Finance focal for budget authority to pre-approved limits and responsibility for budget development and compliance under the guidance of the Action Against Hunger- German: GFFO Africa Project Manager.

· Regularly monitor grant expenditures to ensure that spending is on track and to proactively identify and address any expected under/overspend

· Ensure promptly response to all budget holders-related inquiries in collaboration with grants and finance teams   Action Against Hunger- German: GFFO Africa Project Manager regarding issues relating budget management.

Collaborate with the finance team to prepare accurate and timely financial reports for submission to the donor and internal stakeholders.

 V. Teamwork and Capacity Building: Provide leadership and guidance to the project team, identify capacity-building needs, and organize training sessions.

·       Provide leadership and guidance to the project team, fostering collaboration.

·       Identify capacity-building needs for project staff.

·       Organize relevant training and coaching sessions for capacity development.

·       Foster a positive and inclusive work environment for the project team.

·       Delegate tasks effectively and provide ongoing support to team members.

·       Promote knowledge sharing and collaboration within the project team.

·       Recognize and appreciate team member contributions and achievements.

·       Encourage a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

VI. Technical Expertise: Share knowledge on best practices in nutrition emergencies, gender, protection, and SBC with country offices and project teams.

·       Share knowledge on best practices in nutrition emergencies with country offices and project teams.

·       Provide guidance on effective implementation of Gender and Protection mainstreaming strategies.

·       Offer expertise in Social Behavior Change (SBC) communication for improved program impact.

·       Support the development and implementation of culturally appropriate interventions.

·       Stay updated on the latest developments in nutrition, food security, and humanitarian response.

·       Conduct training sessions and workshops on relevant technical topics for project staff.

·       Identify and promote innovative approaches to address program challenges.

·       Contribute to the development of technical guidelines and resources for Action Against Hunger

VII. Proposal Development and Resource Mobilization: Collaborate on proposals for new humanitarian response initiatives and support the development of resources for complementarity.

·     Collaborate on proposals for new humanitarian emergency response initiatives.

·     Identify potential donors and funding opportunities aligned with project goals.

·     Support the development of tool kits, guidelines, and resources for regional operations.

·     Contribute to fundraising efforts to secure resources for Action Against Hunger programs.

Gender Equality Commitments

· Ability to foster an environment that reinforces values of women and men, and equal access to information.

· Provide a work environment where women and men must be evaluated and promoted based on their skills and performance.

· Respect beneficiaries’ women, men, children (boys and girls) regardless of gender, sex orientation, disability, religion. race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, or marital status.

· Value and respect for all cultures.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications 

· A master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a related field (Nutrition, Public Health, Humanitarian action, International Cooperation, Project Management), or related areas.

· Demonstrable knowledge and at least 5 years of practical work experience, preferably with non-profit or NGO within international humanitarian assistance programs, with proven capabilities in the project management cycle.

Required Skills & Experience

Action Against Hunger seeks a highly qualified Project Director with expertise in managing complex humanitarian programs across multiple countries. Here’s a summary of the essential skills and experience required:

· Multi-sectoral Program Management: Proven experience in overseeing programs encompassing nutrition, health, WASH, food security (including cash programming), and/or Nutrition in Emergencies (NiE).

· Humanitarian Expertise: Demonstrated experience working in challenging environments, including emergencies and post-crisis settings. Familiarity with the entire Project Cycle Management (PCM) process is crucial.

· Donor Compliance: Understanding of GFFO, German donor regulations, and other international donor reporting requirements.

· Partnership and Capacity Building: Extensive experience collaborating with local partner organizations based on equal partnership principles, providing technical and backstopping support.

· Effective Communication: Proven ability to write concise and high-quality reports, proposals, and concept notes.