Essential Roles and Responsibilities
- Conduct biweekly meetings with the DRR project officers to enhance internal coordination and optimize the DRR operations.
- In coordination with the DRR Director and PMER coordinator, lead on the development of any new proposal packages (narrative, LFA, budget and other project requirements).
- Coordinate and oversee the reporting of all projects in close coordination with the PMER Coordinator.
- When needed, represent the DRR Unit with other LRC sectors, respective PNS, and other relevant stakeholders.
- In close coordination with the Finance Coordinator, set project budgets, review project expenses and ensure the alignment of the plan of action with the budget.
- In coordination with the DRR Director and the PMER coordinator, lead on and oversee the progression of the various DRR projects based on project objectives and plan of action.
- Conduct reflection and learning workshops with team members to ensure capturing all programmatic learnings of the Unit.
- Oversee performance and development of team members, and provide necessary and timely feedback to Project Officers.
- Oversee the monitoring of progress against each project’s partnership agreements.
- In close coordination with the DRR Director, liaise with relevant LRC sectors and programmes for multi-sectoral planning and implementation.
- Coordinate with the National Field Coordinator for ensuring effective and smooth operations and for identifying gaps and potential improvement channels.
- Perform literature review on new tools, approaches and methodologies and discuss their usability within the DRR Unit.
Function Specific Experience
- Previous experience in working with multiple funding agencies such as AFD, ECHO, EU, GFFO, BMZ, UN agencies and others
- Previous experience in managing complex grants
- Previous experience in running humanitarian and development projects
- Experience in managing teams
- Profound knowledge of DRR is a plus
- Previous experience as an LRC volunteer is an asset
- Experience in Project Cycle Management
- Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation
Industry Related Experience
- Previous experience in working with NGOs
- Previous experience in working in emergencies