Hiring Organization: UNOPS
Job Location: Mogadishu, Somalia
Closing Date: 08-Jun-2023
Functional Responsibilities
*CANDIDATES WITH NO UN OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
*Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
The Project Manager for Somalia Security Force (SSF) Support is responsible for management, delivery and performance of assigned projects supporting capacity building of Somali police and military. S/he is expected to meet and exceed the organizations performance and delivery goals.
Establish solid working relationship with relevant Somalia authorities, contractors, suppliers, international partners and other key stakeholders;
Manage communications and ensure stakeholders are aware of project activities, progress, exceptions and are in a position to accept handover products;
Advise UNMAS on issues that may impact the achievement of outcomes (including issues of sustainability and post project requirements such as maintenance);
Manage the information flows between the Project and Programme team.
Manage operational activities and personnel in the area of Operations, including current operations and future planning; oversee daily operational activities;
In coordination with Chief Mine Action Programme (CMAP), Head of Projects Unit (HPU), national authorities, UNSOS and other UN agencies develop the annual strategic plan for support to Somali Security Forces (SSF);
Identify operational and training priorities. Develop work plan for section including direction to Implementing partners
Interact with the Quality Assurance (QA) Section on operational matters;
Liaise with Procurement, Budget and other elements of Support Services to ensure project delivery is efficient and within budget
Advise the HPU of any deviations from the plan;
Identify and manage risks so that maximum benefit to UNMAS and stakeholders is achieved;
Work with the Programme team to develop concept notes, and project proposals;
Monitor and evaluate performance of project staff and implementing partners;
Participate in regular update meetings with UNOPS/UNMAS portfolio managers to discuss progress, risks and issues that may emerge to ensure project stays on track
Competencies
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education
Job Location: Mogadishu, Somalia
Closing Date: 08-Jun-2023
Functional Responsibilities
*CANDIDATES WITH NO UN OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
*Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
The Project Manager for Somalia Security Force (SSF) Support is responsible for management, delivery and performance of assigned projects supporting capacity building of Somali police and military. S/he is expected to meet and exceed the organizations performance and delivery goals.
Establish solid working relationship with relevant Somalia authorities, contractors, suppliers, international partners and other key stakeholders;
Manage communications and ensure stakeholders are aware of project activities, progress, exceptions and are in a position to accept handover products;
Advise UNMAS on issues that may impact the achievement of outcomes (including issues of sustainability and post project requirements such as maintenance);
Manage the information flows between the Project and Programme team.
Manage operational activities and personnel in the area of Operations, including current operations and future planning; oversee daily operational activities;
In coordination with Chief Mine Action Programme (CMAP), Head of Projects Unit (HPU), national authorities, UNSOS and other UN agencies develop the annual strategic plan for support to Somali Security Forces (SSF);
Identify operational and training priorities. Develop work plan for section including direction to Implementing partners
Interact with the Quality Assurance (QA) Section on operational matters;
Liaise with Procurement, Budget and other elements of Support Services to ensure project delivery is efficient and within budget
Advise the HPU of any deviations from the plan;
Identify and manage risks so that maximum benefit to UNMAS and stakeholders is achieved;
Work with the Programme team to develop concept notes, and project proposals;
Monitor and evaluate performance of project staff and implementing partners;
Participate in regular update meetings with UNOPS/UNMAS portfolio managers to discuss progress, risks and issues that may emerge to ensure project stays on track
Competencies
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) with 7 (Seven) years of relevant experience; OR
A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) with 9 (Nine) years of relevant experience; OR
High School Diploma with a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a University Degree.
Experience
A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) with 9 (Nine) years of relevant experience; OR
High School Diploma with a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a University Degree.
Experience
Relevant experience is defined as an experience in Business Administration, International Relations, Political/Security Development Studies, Civilian Police, Military or private Security, Project Management, Project Development, Project Administration or related field.
Minimum 5 years of Progressive experience in project development or management, with focus on monitoring & evaluation, reporting, and/or coordination is required;
Thorough knowledge of EOD demining SOPs, technical and safety procedures is required;
Experience in Counter Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) is an advantage;
Experience in Client Relations Management, Stakeholder Management, Knowledge Management or Contracts Negotiation is required;
Experience working with Governments to coordinate activities, strengthen capacity and advocate is desired.
Languages
Minimum 5 years of Progressive experience in project development or management, with focus on monitoring & evaluation, reporting, and/or coordination is required;
Thorough knowledge of EOD demining SOPs, technical and safety procedures is required;
Experience in Counter Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) is an advantage;
Experience in Client Relations Management, Stakeholder Management, Knowledge Management or Contracts Negotiation is required;
Experience working with Governments to coordinate activities, strengthen capacity and advocate is desired.
Languages