Project Director, STRIDES Liberia

About the Opportunity

Leads and directs the development and implementation process for company projects involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing projects. Plans and directs project schedules and monitors budget/spending. Monitors the project from initiation through delivery. Organizes project(s) activities ensuring completion of the project on schedule and within budget constraints. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating, promoting, and maintaining safe and equitable work environments for all personnel
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities for designated projects
• Reviews project proposals and plans
• Develops proposals and research sources for funding projects
• Provides guidance and training to managers and staff

About You

Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices with project management, process development and execution. Excellent and demonstrated project management skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong influencing and negotiation skills. Strong consultative skills. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for successful completion of projects. Ability to motivate, influence, and collaborate with others. Ability to build positive local working relationships with local communities, district government officials, UN and where appropriate, donor representatives.

Eligibility

Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent Civil Society, Communication and Social Marketing, Economic Development, Education, the Environment, Gender, Health, Nutrition, Research, Technology and Youth or a Related Fields. Project Management (PM) Certification preferred. Typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience with projects management principles and practices (including 5+ years of line management experience). Proficient with applicable rules, regulations, and policies associated with international development and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Demonstrated experience in multi-sector project management and implementation. Demonstrated strategic planning, staff development and capacity building experience. Demonstrated experience in leading and managing complex projects that are strategic in nature and national/international in scope. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English, fluent in host country language. Experience operating in insecure environments. Experience working in a non-governmental organization (NGO).

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Professional development opportunities
• Policies and programs supporting a healthy work/life balance

About Company

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.