Job Description

Objectives of the position

The aims of the job are to manage and implement projects on the basis of specified

directives in terms of content, schedule and budget. The project is carried out in accordance

with Welthungerhilfe standards and the directives/provisions of the co-financer.

The Head of Project is responsible for the operative implementation of the project(s) and the

appropriate use of funds. He/she is responsible for coordination, planning and

implementation, correctly and duly reporting to Welthungerhilfe's Regional /Country Office.

2. Duties and area of responsibility

2.1. Duties with own area of responsibility

Development and Management of the project(s)

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Carries out the project according to the rules and standards of the co-financing funders

and Welthungerhilfe standards for the implementation of projects.

Ensures that all project relevant support is in place (monitoring, logistics, finance

administration, etc.)

Is responsible for modifying and continuing project planning and the project budget.

Establishes good working relationships with donors and other stakeholders in-country for

emergency, rehabilitation and development programs in coordination with the Country Office

Reports to the Country Director/Area Manager on the progress of the project(s) and all

risks associated with the project work

Prepares and implements a preparedness plan for disasters and potential crises on the

basis of country specific situation

Leadership

Manages staff according to WHH leadership principles, staff policies and WHH strategy

Recruits staff

Responsible for project office management (in case this is delegated to him/her)

Ensures implementation of WHH policies and their adaptation to local conditions

Is responsible for the establishment and adherence to the projects’ security

management system in accordance to the global security policy / guidelines of

Welthungerhilfe

Representation, Collaboration and Networking

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Represents WHH in-country/ in project(s) region vis-à-vis selected relevant national and

international stakeholders and partners in coordination with country office

Expands WHH network with relevant stakeholders from civil society, government and

academia within the context of projects in responsibility

Marketing, public relations and local image management

Accompanies visiting donors and WHH Head Office staff journalists/or appoints adequate

representation

Duties without own area of responsibility

Contributes to the country development and strategies, actively participates in strategic

discussions and keeps herself/ himself informed of the overall organizational topics

Is responsible for correctly and duly completing end-of-month accounts

Examines and signs end-of-month accounts

Is responsible for preparing (does not apply if there is a Finance Officer in the project) or

examining inventory accounting

Is responsible for project purchases according to the approved procurement budget

When purchases are made locally, the Head of Project is responsible for observing

internal or external procurement directives

Is responsible for controlling inventories

Is responsible for carrying out regular petty cash controls

Responsible for the financial report (final report)

Prepares and/or examines distribution reports

Prepares status reports according to Welthungerhilfe standards or the rules of donors

Is responsible for bringing the project to an orderly conclusion

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Actively participates in the Country Management forum and development and strategic planning

Fulfilment of any other tasks which are assigned by the management and correspond in

general with the character of this position

Specific Activities and duties of the position

Experiences and Qualifications

. Knowledge/ Qualifications

A bachelor's and or master’s degree in agriculture, agronomy, environmental Science, psychology, a related field in food systems, livelihoods, agriculture and resilience.

Job-related professional experience

5 years' professional experience working in the Project related thematic area mentioned above.

Foreign language skills

Excellent communication and writing skills in a English language

Native of Somali language

1.4. Miscellaneous

2. Social skills

Social skills

Cooperates with others when goals are mainly the same

Capacity for teamwork

Ability to work in a team

Intercultural competence

3. Disciplinary Leadership of staff

Disciplinary leadership of staff in a project

4. Responsibility

Largely independent performance of task within a given task-related scope of action and

decision-making; alternative courses of action are possible.

This role is open for both internal and external nationals.

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply

WHH does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment process

Skills Required

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