Project Manager WeWorld Moldova

General Description

WeWorld is an Italian secular and independent organization working since 1971 in international cooperation and humanitarian aid. Italian member of ChildFund Alliance, global network for the defense of children's rights and present in 25 countries, WeWorld operates in the following areas of assistance: human rights (gender equality, prevention and combating violence against children and women, migration), humanitarian aid (prevention, emergency relief and rehabilitation), food security, access to water, health and hygiene, education, global citizenship education, quality teaching and international volunteering. WeWorld works mostly with girls, boys, women and youth, actors of change in every community for a fairer and more inclusive world. Supports people overcoming emergencies and guarantees a life with dignity, opportunities and a better future through human and economic development programs, in the framework of the 2030 Agenda. Joining the WeWorld team means being part of the development of a dynamic organization where the contribution of each staff member is promoted and valued, working together towards the collective achievement of shared goals and vision.

Working context

The outbreak of the war in Ukraine has put millions of people at risk: WeWorld took action immediately to provide aid to refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine to find refuge in Moldova. The main sectors of intervention are child protection, psicho-social support mainly to women and children, distribution of hygiene, food and non-food items, education in emergency, livelihood and social cohesion.

The Project Manager will work under the direct responsibility of the Programme Coordinator, and will be responsible for the successful implementation of project activities, including monitoring and reporting.

Duty Station: Chisinau, Moldova

Starting date: as soon as possible

Application closing date: 17 October 2022

Main functions and duties:

Project Management

• Responsible for planning, implementation and management of project activities according to WeWorld Moldova and donor requirements;
• Implements approved project plans (including the establishment of milestones);
• Ensures active participation in coordination meetings and working groups with humanitarian actors;
• Ensures internal and donor compliance in terms of technical and financial requirements;
• Ensures timely and accurate project reporting, in terms of drafting both narrative and financial project progress reports, in compliance with internal and external deadlines.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social or political science, economics, international relations, development studies or related field
• Fluent in English, Russian and Romanian
• Previous professional experience in project management
• Good computer skills, in particular MS Office package

Desirable Requirements

• Basic knowledge and/or previous professional experience in humanitarian/development sector

Interested qualified candidates should submit their applications to the following email address: md.hr@weworld.it, including PM WeWorld Moldova as the email subject line, by 17 October 2022.

The application should include the following documents:

• Short Cover Letter in English explaining the suitability and expertise for the advertised position
• Updated Resume/CV in English

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

WeWorld Moldova - https://www.weworld.it/en - is hiring a Project Manager