As part of our global efforts to eliminate trachoma, The Fred Hollows Foundation is tackling trachoma in Oromia, one of the worst affected areas in the world. Since 2013 The Fred Hollows Foundation has been working with the Oromia Regional Health Bureau, in its effort to eliminate trachoma by 2020.
The Project Manager-MMDP, under the guidance and technical support of the program manager- surgery, will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of Surgery component of the SAFE strategy for trachoma control in 8 zones of Oromia regional state. S/he closely works with and provides support to the Zonal Health departments in strengthening the implementation of the WHO endorsed surgery component of the SAFE strategy for the elimination of blinding trachoma. S/he will be based in Adama, Addis Ababa and is required to travel extensively to project areas.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Planning and programme implementation
The Project Manager is responsible for guiding overall project activities (planning, implementation, reporting and monitoring and evaluation);
· Provide supportive supervision and coaching to the team on the ground implementing planned project activities, in accordance with the project design document, work plans agreed with government and funding agents and donors.
· Ensure the project staff have clear work plans and receive regular feedback of their performance.
· Managing partnership with regional, Zonal and woreda levels,
· Ensures that projects are implemented as approved and within budget, and in accordance with FHF, donor and global humanitarian policies and guidelines,
· Lead the development of the detail implementation plan and guide implementation of MMDP projects and ensure monitoring project progress towards program objectives
· Represent the foundation with the regional and zonal level partners and donors
· Develop a project evaluation framework to assess the strengths of the project and to identify areas for improvement
· Performs out assignments as may be required and as directed by the Deputy Country Manager, programs
· This Job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities that are required of the employee. The precise duties and responsibilities of any of the job description may be changed through time.
Leadership & Management
· Build a new team within the cluster area, and retain, motivate and develop the team to increase capacity within the cluster.
· Ensure all direct reports have clear performance goals and development plans which enable them to succeed.
· Ensure the effective management of the division’s resources (financial, technical and operational) in order to achieve the Foundations strategic objectives.
· Role model to a high standard The Foundation’s policies and procedures, values and leadership standards.
Team Contribution
· Constructively contribute and collaborate with all colleagues
· Delivery high quality work that supports our global operating environment
· Demonstrate compliance with all legislation and The Foundation’s policies and procedures
Compliance and Planning
· Actively participate in the preparation, implementation and reporting of plans and forecasts in line with agreed measures and time frames.
· Demonstrate compliance with all legislation and The Foundation’s policies and procedures.
· Undertake training as required and agreed with program Manager.
· Promote and model appropriate behavior to support The Foundation’s culture, performance and brand
· Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures of The Foundation and take all reasonable care that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of others in The Foundation
Qualification and Experience
Master’s in Public Health with strong experience in managing eye care programs
Skills
· Fluency in English and Afan Oromo, extensive knowledge of the region
· Ability to develop successful internal and external relationships
· Be able to balance deadlines and multiple stakeholders concurrently
· Supportive and encouraging management style, with demonstrated track record managing the performance and development of a small team of staff.
· Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in cross-cultural environments.
· Proficiency in computer use in office applications and internet
· Proven ability in writing project proposal and informative reports
Preparedness to undergo background checks including for working with children