UK HUNGER AID Job Vacancy : Project Manager – KENYA

UK HUNGER AID Job Vacancy : Project Manager – KENYA

Job Description

PROJECT MANAGER – KENYA

ROLE PURPOSE

Uk Hunger Aid Purpose: To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering.

TEAMS PURPOSE: To manage Uk Hunger Aid Project(s).

JOB PURPOSE: Manage and deliver projects to agreed scope, time, cost and quality.

REPORTING LINES

REPORTS TO: Portfolio ManagerDIRECT STAFF: Business and Systems Analysts, Functional Analysts, Service Delivery technical specialists/ developers (including contract staff/ supplier services) INDIRECT STAFF: Service Delivery technical specialists/ developers

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY

• Manage budgets relating to the project(s):
• Establish the project capital and operational budget requirements for the project duration
• Define the financial and non-financial project benefits and justify the capital and operational investment in a clear manner
• Provide project capital and operational investment forecast on a monthly basis
• Provide Earned Value estimate for the project
• Present recommendation to proceed to next stage, stop project or suspend Review the project business case with Finance and ensure approval
• Ensure that allocated budget is effectively utilised and is receipted with less than 5% variance.
• Accountable for managing the procurement activities for the project in accordance with Legal and Purchasing policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determine and secure the project budget to deliver the benefits required.
• Ensure the projects capital investment profile is in line with forecast.
• Review and approve the deliverables and negotiate the costs for all work orders for professional services, software and hardware delivery from external suppliers. Plan and monitor the project
• Work with the Project Board to assure the overall direction and integrity of the project.
• Continually review capability of team and take the necessary measures to ensure a quality team is in place.
• Produce Project Initiation Document/Business Case.
• Be responsible for project administration.
• Identify and obtain any support and advice required for the management, planning and control of the project.

ESSENTIALS

• Minimum qualification; Degree in Development studies or related fields.
• Experience in managing capital or operational budgets for small/medium projects
• Demonstrate a strong ability to build and maintain productive relationships with customers, subordinates, peers and senior management.
• Display effective people management skills
• Demand management, planning and prioritisation skills
• Communication and influencing for impact
• Presentation skills and ability to adapt to different audiences

How to Apply

Suitably qualified individuals should submit their cover letter, CV, the name & contact details for at least 3 references, through our website on http://www.uk-hungeraid.org/careers.html

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those applicants shortlisted for an interview will be acknowledged.