Terre des hommes is hiring a Project Manager
The Project Manager is responsible for fulfilling the objectives of the project and for carrying out the activities at a high-quality level, within the stipulated time and within the limits of the resources allocated to the project. She/he will be responsible for adequate budget execution based on the donor rules and requirements; management of the project teams; adequate and timely reporting; maintaining project-related stakeholders' relationships and ensuring appropriate coordination and Tdh representation. She/he will work in close collaboration with the Programm Coordinator. The post holder will manage a project, that aims to improve the protection of children at risk in Moldova including refugee children.
Start date: February 2024
Type of Contract: Employment Contract/full-time
Duration of Contract: 1 year (with possibility of extension)
Remuneration: according to the Salary scale, private health and accident insurance
Location: flexibility in terms of movements within Chișinău and Moldova
Application deadline: January 10, 2024
The candidate must be legally eligible to work in the Republic of Moldova.
About Terre des hommes:
Terre des hommes (Tdh) is the leading Swiss child relief agency. Founded in 1960, we are committed to improving the lives of millions of the world's most vulnerable children. Through our innovative protection, migration, access to justice and health projects, we support more than 4 million children and their families in more than 30 countries each year.
Terre des hommes is active in Moldova since 2004. Registered as a local Foundation, Tdh Moldova works to reduce vulnerability and strengthen the protection of children affected by migration; to strengthen children’s access to their rights in the juvenile justice system by promoting a restorative approach; and to build the protection and prevention capacity of child protection institutions and professionals, as well as individuals with rights, such as children, families and communities. We work to ensure that all children in Moldova benefit from a system that can guarantee their survival, protection, development and participation, with a specific focus on the most vulnerable children.
For more information about the work of Terre des hommes may be obtained on our websites: www.tdh.md, www.tdh.ch.
Main roles and responsibilities:
• Ensures the communication with the partners within the project and the observance of the obligations deriving from the partnership agreements and from the financing contract.
• Coordinates project management meetings and other work meetings
• Ensures the administration of the project budget in accordance with the applicable internal procedures and with the conditions of the donor, in collaboration with the financial manager.
• Prepares the technical reports and collaborates with the finance manager for the preparation of the financial reports.
• Provide technical support and training to team members as needed.
• Implements advocacy activities to local public authorities to ensure the sustainability of services provided within the project.
• Sound liaison with local authorities, local NGO’s, community groups and beneficiaries
• Ensuring all communication process in the project, internally and externally.
• Responsible for implementation of Tdh Child Safeguarding Policy by Tdh and partners as well
Requirements for the position:
• Relevant university degree in a related field (Sociology, Education, Psychology, Social Asistants etc.)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in project management (project design, logical framework preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, budget management, etc.)
• Experience in Child Protection, Education, Social Protection and/or development aid
• Ability to establish an environment of cooperation and collaboration
• Excellent communication skills; high proficiency in spoken and written English
• Results-oriented and problem-solving skills
• Ability to uphold high standards under pressure and with tight deadlines
• Flexibility, availability, and adaptability
• Desired experience and qualification
• Certification in project management.
Knowledge and experience of working with or in large international organizations or experience in NGOs
How to apply:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their CV and motivation letter in English by email to mda.office@tdh.org. Please include “Project Manager”, your name and surname” in the subject line of the application email.
Child Safeguarding Policy:
To commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including: Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy.
*** Tdh offers equal opportunity to qualified individuals, regardless of age, race, faith, colour, religion, gender, marital status, political affiliations. ***
Due to an anticipated high number of applications, Tdh is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.
GDPR compliance:
By submitting your application, you agree to your personal data being used in the recruitment process. All documents that we request at different stages of the recruitment process will be used for this purpose only. All staff involved in recruitment and selection are aware that data protection rules apply, and that personal information will be treated confidentially. According to our policy, we will keep application documents for the recruitment period only.
