Project Manager

Job Posting Organization:
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that focuses on advancing children's rights and equality for girls. Established over 85 years ago, Plan International operates in more than 80 countries, working collaboratively with children, young people, supporters, and partners to create a just world. The organization is dedicated to tackling the root causes of challenges faced by girls and vulnerable children, including poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. Plan International aims to support children's rights from birth to adulthood and helps them prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. The organization drives changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels, leveraging its extensive reach, experience, and knowledge to create sustainable impacts.

Job Overview:
The Project Manager will be responsible for the design, planning, and successful delivery of gender-transformative projects throughout the entire project management cycle. This role requires adherence to donor requirements and Plan International's minimum standards and best practices. The Project Manager will lead the project team and oversee all aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with the organization's policies related to safeguarding, gender equality, inclusion, and diversity. The position involves collaborating with local partners, establishing project governance structures, and developing detailed implementation plans that encompass risk management, procurement, human resources, monitoring, and budgeting. The Project Manager will also be responsible for integrating gender-transformative approaches and safeguarding measures into project design and execution, ensuring effective monitoring and evaluation, and facilitating smooth project closure.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Manager will initiate project ideas in alignment with the country strategy and identify potential local partners. They will lead due diligence to ensure project feasibility, shape gender-transformative scopes with partners, analyze risks and resource needs, and manage pre-startup activities. The role includes collaborating with partners to establish governance structures, developing detailed implementation plans, and launching the project both internally and externally. The Project Manager will coordinate project implementation, oversee monitoring and evaluation, manage risks, procurement, and finances, and ensure timely reporting. They will integrate gender-transformative approaches and safeguarding measures, establish data collection systems, and maintain compliance with global data privacy policies. The Project Manager will also lead project closure by reviewing achievements, finalizing activities, leading evaluations, and maintaining institutional memory through proper archiving and knowledge management. Additionally, they will provide leadership by modeling values, motivating the team, clarifying objectives, and managing resources while maintaining strong partner relationships.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have experience in project management and a solid understanding of project cycle management best practices. They should have experience working with partner organizations, co-creating initiatives, and mutual oversight. Knowledge and experience in project budgeting, activity monitoring, and expenditure tracking are essential. Candidates should also be knowledgeable in monitoring and evaluation activities, human resources management, procurement processes, and supply chain management. Experience in managing teams and a good working knowledge of donor compliance are also required. Applicants must respond to the requirements of this role in their cover letter, and only applications in English will be accepted.

Educational Background:
The position requires a relevant educational background, typically a degree in project management, international development, social sciences, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in project management or related disciplines may be advantageous.

Experience:
Candidates should have a proven track record in project management, with experience in leading and implementing development projects, particularly those focused on gender equality and community empowerment. Experience in working with diverse stakeholders, including community-based organizations and local partners, is crucial. The role demands a strong understanding of the socio-economic context in which the projects operate, as well as experience in capacity building and training.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all applications must be submitted in English. Knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable, given the local context and the communities served by Plan International in Egypt.

Additional Notes:
The position is based on-site in either Cairo or Assuit and reports to the Upper Egypt Area Manager. The job grade is Hay Level 1

• The vacancy is open to Egyptian nationals only, and the closing date for applications is 2nd July 202
• Plan International is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and strives to create a workplace environment that reflects the diversity of the communities it serves. The organization emphasizes safeguarding children and young people, and a range of pre-employment checks will be conducted in accordance with its policies. Plan International is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge job seekers any fees during the recruitment process.